After the strong stock market rally, many stocks in the DAX, Stoxx 50, and Dow Jones have become expensive. Only five companies continue to meet all the criteria of a quality stock and are simultaneously valued lower than their own ten-year average.

For the first time, lithium is to be extracted in Germany: The Australian company Vulcan Energy has secured financing for a 2.2 billion euro project in the Upper Rhine Graben. The Federal Raw Materials Fund is investing up to 150 million euros – the first investment by the new fund.

The parliament has passed a relief package of nearly five billion euros for 2026. Beneficiaries are expected to be commuters, the hospitality industry, and volunteer work. However, resistance is threatening in the Federal Council since the states would be missing out on billions.

Aurubis defies a declining profit and intends to involve its shareholders more. The copper company announced on Thursday that it will increase the dividend for the past fiscal year 2024/25 by ten cents to 1.60 euros per share. Thus, the company continues its traditionally shareholder-friendly distribution policy, even though the operating environment has recently become more challenging.

The East German retail chain Groschen-Markt, known for low-priced household goods, has filed for bankruptcy. This affects one of the last regionally anchored non-food discounters in the East – a business model increasingly squeezed between international budget providers and weak consumer sentiment.

Brussels eases plans for the phase-out of combustion engines from 2035—a step that particularly benefits Mercedes, BMW, and Volkswagen. Plug-in hybrids are experiencing a boom but are controversial.

After a sharp sell-off, Bitcoin is surprisingly recovering strongly. Positive signals and institutional steps are supporting the price, yet the mood remains tense.

The electric car manufacturer is now officially allowed to offer ride-hailing services and is preparing autonomous tests in several US cities. However, in the race for fully autonomous robotaxis, others are ahead.

The EU Commission proposes a reparations loan that could amount to up to 210 billion euros. Several EU countries, including Germany, are to use Russian state assets for this purpose.

The AI boom is driving the markets, but fears of overheating are growing. Traditional hedging strategies are faltering, and professionals are seeking new ways to stabilize portfolios.

The loss of around 35 percent since October has unsettled many investors. According to a new report by Deutsche Bank, this is due to a combination of macrotrend, regulation, and market mechanics.

After the collapse of the US supplier, several German subsidiaries slide into insolvency. Others still have hope – but the situation remains unclear.

Brussels agrees on far-reaching deregulation. Opponents warn of a lack of transparency, supporters see great potential for agriculture and research.

The world's largest stablecoin is increasingly investing in volatile assets. Why experts consider this unnecessary and potentially dangerous.