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The Market Online
2 days ago
- Business
- The Market Online
Almonty Industries shares EXPLODE! Rheinmetall, Renk, and Hensoldt left in the shadows!
Almonty Industries' share price (TSX:AII) has gained over 20% in recent days. On its current home exchange in Toronto, the market capitalization has now surpassed the important CAD 1 billion mark. The upcoming IPO on the NASDAQ is a contributing factor to the price surge, but there are many other reasons! The shares of what will soon be the largest tungsten producer outside China are in a perfect storm of positive momentum. The 5% defense spending target agreed upon by NATO countries is also pushing the stock higher. The shares still appear to be an attractive buy. Analyst price targets have not yet been reached and are likely to be raised soon. Almonty currently overshadows Rheinmetall, Renk, and Hensoldt – and rightly so. NATO's 5% defense spending target boosts defense stocks Sentiment toward defense stocks is positive again. Once again, the weak phase for RENK, Rheinmetall, and Hensoldt was short-lived. The shares have risen again in recent days but have been overshadowed by Almonty (TSX:AII). Following the latest NATO meeting, there is a gold rush in the industry. NATO member countries have reaffirmed their commitment to higher defense spending. In future, 5% of economic output is to be spent on the military and defense. In its summit declaration, NATO committed to investing billions in armaments and infrastructure by 2035. US President Donald Trump had repeatedly pushed for higher spending in the past and was accordingly satisfied with the latest commitments. He even went so far as to reaffirm the transatlantic military alliance's commitment to mutual defense (Article 5). A large portion of the billions in investments is also likely to benefit US defense companies. And regardless of whether production takes place in Europe or the US, the entire industry needs tungsten and, therefore, Almonty. No tungsten production in the US since 2015 The situation is particularly precarious in the US. The country has not produced any commercial tungsten since 2015, making it entirely dependent on imports. Yet tungsten is indispensable in aerospace, electronics, defense, and mechanical engineering. With a melting point of 3,422 °C, tungsten has the highest melting point of any metal and is extremely hard. This makes it ideal for use in rocket nozzles, armor-piercing ammunition, protective coatings, and armor plating. The problem is that China produces over 80% of the world's tungsten and is increasingly using it as a weapon in the trade war. The US is currently fighting back with all its might – and Almonty is benefiting. The company has received an official letter from the US House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party and is now part of the Critical Materials Forum. Almonty is the tungsten hope for the West Almonty is seen as the great tungsten hope for the US, Europe, and all Western countries. The Company already operates a mine in Portugal, with plans for expansion, and owns two projects in Spain. But the key driver of its share price is in South Korea. There, after years of preparation and with support from Germany's KfW, Almonty is about to start production at the Sangdong mine. This mine has a lot to offer: Not only is it high-grade, but it also has a lifespan of over 90 years, making it the largest tungsten mine outside China. By 2027, Almonty aims to supply 43% of global demand outside China, with a particular focus on the defense sector, as CEO Lewis Black recently emphasized in an interview with CNBC. A US defense contractor has already secured at least 40 tons of tungsten oxide per month. The fact that there is a price floor but no price ceiling highlights the strength of Almonty's position. Anyone speculating that the NASDAQ listing and the start of operations at the Sangdong mine will trigger a setback is likely to be disappointed. For one thing, there is currently IPO fever in the US, with shares doubling on their first day of trading. In addition, Almonty has another strategically important raw material on offer: molybdenum. The heavy metal deposit is located on the Sangdong property. A long-term purchase agreement has already been signed for this as well. And then there are the expansion plans in Portugal and the two mines in Spain. Furthermore, the value chain can be extended. The fuel for Almonty's share price rocket is unlikely to run out anytime soon. Analysts likely to raise price targets soon Analysts are likely to raise their price targets once operations commence, as this will significantly increase the visibility of future revenues and profits. Sphene Capital's price target is currently CAD 5.40. Analysts at GBC Research currently estimate the fair value of Almonty shares to be CAD 5.50. Yesterday, the stock traded just under CAD 4. Almonty plans to ramp up Sangdong by 2027. GBC analysts expect revenues of CAD 314 million and net income of CAD 212 million by 2027, with the upward trend expected to continue. Conclusion: The price rocket still has plenty of fuel Investors are likely to continue benefiting from investing in Almonty shares. There are simply too many reasons pointing toward further gains. Those who waited for a significant price correction in recent months have missed the rally. Analyst price targets appear realistic and suggest more than 30% additional upside – unless the NASDAQ listing pushes the price even higher. Almonty is keeping pace with German mining stocks but is fundamentally cheaper. 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Daily Express
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Express
Syed crowned champ of champs
Published on: Friday, June 27, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jun 27, 2025 By: GL Oh Text Size: Syed (left) and Abdul Rahman holding their trophies. Kota Kinabalu: Syed Muhammad Alhabshi was crowned champion of champions and took home a total of RM4,500 winning cash prize at the Mr Enrich Kinabalu 2025 'Body Smart & Physique' Competition held at the Dewan Sri Putatan last Saturday. He had earlier also won the physique open title and in second place was Mohd Asraf Hamza with Affan Affandy Sazali Lee in third spot. In the body smart first timer category, Abdul Rahman Lee captured the title followed by Andy Wilson Jonik and Anas Wafiza Zikipeli @ Zulkifli. The body smart (model) title went to Md Rizwan Md Yusof and in second place was Muhammad Wazizi Hamidon and Martin Madais in third. Brandon Wong Tze Chung won the men's junior physique title with Muhammad Aidil Adly Jaffri and Syamirul Nizam Samsuddin coming in second and third place respectively. In the men's physique category, the 170cm below title was won by Ibnu Qayyum Azman followed by Md Rizwan Md Yusof and Martin Madais, while the top three 170cm above winners were Edwin Chang, Norarman Jalani and Sadasivam A/L Nadarajan. Abdul Rahman Lee was also named the most promising athlete and Matiu Jungkim was awarded Mr Enrich special award for his contribution to the sport in the State, while another award went to Kelab Gym NX Fitness Putatan for being the biggest contingent. A total of 215 athletes throughout the country and Brunei took part in the competition jointly organised by Sabah State Bodybuilding Association (SSBA) and Enrich Bodybuilding Club. It was officiated by Malaysia Bodybuilding Federation vice president Johanness Stanesslaous, who is also advisor to SSBA. Meanwhile, Enrich Bodybuilding Club president Krishnakumar A/L Kalimuthu said they will organise the championship here annually and hoped more participants will take part next year. SBBA president Clarence Runggi on the other hand, said the event is set to be included in their calendar and hoped the partnership as joint host will continue. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
French investigators order Tesla to stop 'deceptive business practices'
PARIS (Reuters) -French investigators on Tuesday ordered Tesla to stop what they called "deceptive business practices" or face thousands of euros in fines. Investigators at the finance ministry's Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control office said the automaker had engaged in deceptive commercial practices over the fully autonomous driving capabilities of its cars, had issued sales contracts with no date, time or place of vehicle delivery, and had failed to provide timely refunds, among other infractions. The office, which said the investigation began in 2023, ordered Tesla to comply with regulations within four months or face fines of 50,000 euros a day after that date until it complies. Tesla did not respond to an email request for comment. The carmaker has struggled in Europe in recent months, with sales of its electric vehicles plummeting in several markets in a decline blamed partly on CEO Elon Musk's political activities. A small group of Tesla owners in France filed a lawsuit this month against the carmaker, arguing that its vehicles have become "far-right totems" after Musk's involvement with U.S. President Donald Trump and endorsement of Germany's far-right AfD party.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
French investigators order Tesla to stop 'deceptive business practices'
PARIS (Reuters) -French investigators on Tuesday ordered Tesla to stop what they called "deceptive business practices" or face thousands of euros in fines. Investigators at the finance ministry's Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control office said the automaker had engaged in deceptive commercial practices over the fully autonomous driving capabilities of its cars, had issued sales contracts with no date, time or place of vehicle delivery, and had failed to provide timely refunds, among other infractions. The office, which said the investigation began in 2023, ordered Tesla to comply with regulations within four months or face fines of 50,000 euros a day after that date until it complies. Tesla did not respond to an email request for comment. The carmaker has struggled in Europe in recent months, with sales of its electric vehicles plummeting in several markets in a decline blamed partly on CEO Elon Musk's political activities. A small group of Tesla owners in France filed a lawsuit this month against the carmaker, arguing that its vehicles have become "far-right totems" after Musk's involvement with U.S. President Donald Trump and endorsement of Germany's far-right AfD party. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Indian Express
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Indian Express
French investigators order Tesla to stop ‘deceptive business practices'
French investigators on Tuesday ordered Tesla to stop what they called 'deceptive business practices' or face thousands of euros in fines. Investigators at the finance ministry's Competition, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control office said the automaker had engaged in deceptive commercial practices over the fully autonomous driving capabilities of its cars, had issued sales contracts with no date, time or place of vehicle delivery, and had failed to provide timely refunds, among other infractions. The office, which said the investigation began in 2023, ordered Tesla to comply with regulations within four months or face fines of 50,000 euros a day after that date until it complies. Tesla did not respond to an email request for comment. The carmaker has struggled in Europe in recent months, with sales of its electric vehicles plummeting in several markets in a decline blamed partly on CEO Elon Musk's political activities. A small group of Tesla owners in France filed a lawsuit this month against the carmaker, arguing that its vehicles have become 'far-right totems' after Musk's involvement with U.S. President Donald Trump and endorsement of Germany's far-right AfD party.
