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About the author I am an investor from Central Europe, focusing on the European defense industry, suppliers of parts, chemicals, energy, construction, and distribution networks; in short, I deal with everything related to the rearmament of the European part of NATO. Why pay attention to European defense companies?Read more

Key Takeaways Draganfly is one of the most experienced drone manufacturers worldwide, boasting nearly three decades of innovation, and is now emerging as a North American leader in secure, NDAA-compliant drones. The company is riding massive industry tailwinds as Western governments shift away from Chinese-made drones, funneling billions into trusted domestic suppliers.Read more

450% in 5 years On April 17, 2025, Armin Papperger, Rheinmetall's CEO, said he expects orders to grow 450% by 2030. Source: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/rheinmetall-ceo-expects-order-book-113644072.html Price 8,052 EUR The share price at the time of this information on 17/04/2025 was 1,464 EUR Price estimate for 2030: 1,464 + 450% = 8,052 EUR NATO spending in Europe 17/04/2025 The results of the NATO Summit held 24-26 June 2025 in The Hague, where it was agreed to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP and transport and IT infrastructure spending at 1.5% each year until 2035, were not yet known.Read more

1. Revenue Growth HOCHTIEF will continue to concentrate on cutting‑edge construction technology (Turner) as well as energy‑transition and infrastructure projects (CIMIC, Engineering & Construction).Read more

Over the next five fiscal years Siemens should compound steadily. The company’s Financial Framework targets 5 – 7 % comparable revenue growth per year; using the 5 % midpoint, sales rise from €75.9 bn in FY-2024 to c.Read more

If European NATO members would raise their military spending to ~3% of their GDP, this would mean a combined yearly spending of over 500b€. Rheinmetall management assumed on 12th March 2025 that 20% to 25% of the entire military spending could be spent with Rheinmetall.Read more

Over the coming decade, two forces converge to transform Vossloh’s prospects: Germany’s unprecedented €500 billion infrastructure fund and the strategic bolt-on of Sateba, Europe’s leading concrete-sleeper maker. Together they unlock fresh markets, deepen Vossloh’s moat, and set the stage for multi-year revenue and earnings growth.Read more

EBIT-margin trajectory: Historical: 2.3 % → 3.6 % (FY 22/23) ​, down to – 2 % (FY 23/24) ​, back to 3 % in Q1 24/25 ​ Forecast: Gradual recovery to 4–6 % by FY 25/26, reaching 6–8 % by FY 29/30 Revenue growth: Historical: + 70 % (FY 22/23) ​, + 30 % (FY 23/24) ​, + 27 % (Q1 24/25) ​ Forecast: ~ 15 % CAGR over the next five years (FY 24/25–29/30) Five-year share-price goal: Current fair value: € 8.5–9.0 per share Five-year target: € 14–15 per share (≈ 1.9 bn EUR market cap) Enterprise value (EV) outlook (DCF-based): Revenues rising to ~ 1.8 bn EUR by FY 29/30 EBIT of ~ 145 m EUR (8 % margin) → NOPAT ~ 102 m EUR FCF margin ~ 5 % → ~ 90 m EUR FCF Terminal-value multiple: EV/FCF = 15 → TV ~ 1.35 bn EUR Discounted EV: ≈ 1.18 bn EUR + net cash 0.69 bn EUR → ≈ 1.87 bn EUR → ~ 14.8 EUR/share Top risks: execution delays, margin pressure from competition, raw-material cost swings, subsidy uncertainty, heavy capex needs Narrative Outlook Over the next five years, thyssenkrupp nucera is poised to leverage its unique position at the intersection of mature Chlor-Alkali expertise and rapid Green-Hydrogen adoption. After a transitional phase in FY 23/24 with negative margins driven by upfront investments, the company’s shift toward series-manufactured AWE modules and high-growth project backlog supports a steady margin recovery.Read more

Key Takeaways Strategic alliances and joint ventures are set to amplify technological advancements, revenue, and profitability. Robust backlog and defense focus are likely to sustain profitability and enhance future revenue streams.Read more