Over the last few weeks, I have been looking at shares from a new perspective and have started to take a closer look at balance sheets and fundamental data. 🤯

Unfortunately, I still don't use a screener and have therefore only looked at the stocks that I am familiar with in some form.

In view of the tradable shares on the global market, this is certainly a big mistake and I have some catching up to do. Nevertheless, I would like to share some of my findings with you.

I have created two lists for this purpose.

On the lists you will find stocks that in my opinion have excellent fundamental quality characteristics.

The first list contains the absolute quality companies, some of which have already proven themselves over many years, and the second list contains companies that could still become such or have not yet proven themselves long enough and could therefore be a good long-term investment. The lists are neither correct nor complete and, depending on your point of view, some stocks belong on one list or the other, or perhaps not on any list at all.

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Quality companies:

• Visa$V (+8.62%)

Duopoly, very strong profit margin,

Risks: Google Pay/Apple Pay etc.

• Waste Management$WM (+3.04%)

Long-term contracts, strong balance sheet, regular share buybacks

• Stryker$SYK (+8.13%)

• Intuitive Surgical$ISRG (+14.4%)

• Novo Nordisk$NOVO B (+6.73%)

• Essilor Luxottica$EL (+10.06%)

Strong moat, good growth,

Weaknesses: low return on equity

• Hershey$HSY (+2.72%)

Solid cash flow, >50% return on equity,

Weaknesses: approx. 90 % of sales generated in the USA, trend towards healthier food

• ASML$ASML (+14.68%)

• Alphabet$GOOGL (+9.72%)

• Hermes$RMS (+9.46%)

• Wal-Mart de Mexico$WALMEX* (+6.07%)

The only retail food group I know of with a significant margin of

significant margin of >5%, stable growth and healthy balance sheet,

Growing middle class in Mexico and expansion in Central America.

Weaknesses: Mexican peso

• Lotus Bakeries$LOTB (+11.21%)

Continuous sales and profit growth, very nice balance sheet, but a high stock valuation

high stock valuation (like the vast majority in this list)

• Ferrari$RACE (+8.67%)

• Zoeties$ZTS (+6.28%)

Market leader, high margin, solid cash flow, growing dividend,

• Idexx Laboratories$IDXX (+10.36%)

Very nice growth stock with high customer loyalty, strong growth, >80%

return on equity, solid balance sheet,

• alliance$ALV (+5.84%)

• Microsoft$MSFT (+10.18%)

• Procter & Gamble$PG (+2.09%)

• Pepsi$PEP (+4.43%)

• Adobe$ADBE (+7.33%)

• L'Oreal$OR (+6.41%)

• Schneider Electric$SU (+13.15%)

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Opportunities and future quality Company?

• Rio Tinto$RIO (+6.42%)

• 3i$III (+15.06%)

• Main Street Capital$MAIN (+8.61%)

• Mutares$MUX (+8.79%)

• Altria$MO (+1.43%)

• Terna$TRN (+4.86%)

• Pfizer$PFE (+2.87%)

• Vinci$DG (+5.14%)

• Mercadolibre$MELI (+8.61%)

• Caterpillar$CAT (+10.99%)

• BAE Systems$BA. (+4.84%)

• Lululemon$LULU (+11.49%)

• Generali$G (+6.71%)

• Energiekontor$EKT (+9.57%)

• Vici$VICI (+5.07%)

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Thanks for reading and I look forward to additions, corrections and exchanges of opinion.

Are there any of the stocks mentioned that are of particular interest to you?

Has anyone delved particularly deeply into one or other stock?

Then have a nice weekend 🥳

Trump - the best sales guy the European defense industry has ever had.

Speaking of fighter aircraft: did I already mention that Saab ($SAAB B (+7.13%)) not only has its own platforms such as the Gripen fighter jet, but is also involved in the modernization of the European Eurofighter ($AIR (+8.79%) - $LDO (+7.11%) - $BA. (+4.84%)) fleets and the construction of the upcoming latest "Eurofighter EK" models?

• Saab erhält Auftrag für das Arexis-Sensorsystem für die deutschen Eurofighter

It's time for Kötbullar again.

https://www.threads.net/@factpostnews/post/DHd5i5NP3oJ?xmt=AQGzf0-FdZSjf3thHE2npei2poyIa3oUkqf-v3mHrOfKvQ

#trump
#eurofighter
$LMT (+4.95%)
#f35
$BA (+15.4%)
#f47

James Bond is not only the world's most famous secret agent, but also an icon of style and exclusivity. If 007 were to invest in the financial markets, he would certainly have his favorites.

His stock picks would be dominated by luxury, technology, innovative defense and strong global brands. Here are four stocks that would fit perfectly into James Bond's portfolio.

$AML (+10.07%) Aston Martin Lagonda (ISIN:GB00BN7CG237) - 007's ride:

Why? No James Bond movie without an iconic Aston Martin. The British luxury brand has been inextricably linked with the secret agent for decades. Although Aston Martin has had difficult economic phases, the future could look brighter with the strategic realignment and new electric models.

Bond factor: exclusivity, tradition and a hint of danger - Aston Martin is the logical choice.

Personally, however, I would definitely steer clear of it.

$MC (+9.2%) LVMH (ISIN: FR0000121014) - Luxury that Bond loves

Why? Whether it's fine watches, exclusive suits or expensive champagne - Bond values luxury. LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) is the world's leading luxury group and unites brands such as TAG Heuer, Dom Pérignon and Berluti (bespoke shoes). In "The Touch of Death" from 1987, Bond even wears a TAG Heuer watch - albeit for the first and last time. Although Bond prefers a "Bolly" (Champagne Bollinger) when choosing his champagne, he would certainly not be averse to a Dom Pérignon either 😉

Bond factor: Stylish elegance paired with economic power - an investment with class.

I also find the share very interesting and see significant potential here.

$BA. (+4.84%) BAE Systems (ISIN: GB0002634946)

Why? As an MI6 agent, Bond has access to the most advanced weapons systems and intelligence technologies. BAE Systems is one of the largest defense contractors in the world, based in London.

Bond factor: cutting-edge military technology and from 🇬🇧 UK. A must-have for 007.

For a defense company, the P/E ratio of around 25 is still fairly valued and offers upside potential if the defense industry continues to flourish.

$DGE (+5.12%) Diageo (ISIN: GB0002374006) - For the perfect martini

Why? "Shaken, not stirred" - James Bond coined what is probably the most famous cocktail order in the world. Diageo is one of the largest spirits groups in the world and owns brands such as Tanqueray Gin and Smirnoff Vodka - the basis for Bond's Martini.

Bond factor: Indulgence with a touch of decadence - and a defensive investment in the consumer sector.

Personally, I would not invest in Diageo at the moment, as I think there are more interesting stocks.

With this portfolio, James Bond would not only be investing in style, but also in companies with prestige, technology and global appeal.

Which stock do you think is missing? Would 007 bet on crypto or would he stick to classic investments?

hello everyone, I wanted to take the opportunity of the European oar to make some money, I have about €200 I can invest, but I am undecided between these three stocks $RR. (+14.75%)
$BA. (+4.84%)
$DEZ (+10.17%)

what do you guys recommend?

It seems like my post about Europas F-35-Sicherheitsdilemma could not have come at a better time:

Dependence on US armaments is increasingly perceived as a risk factor for Europe's military and security sovereignty and is now being publicly addressed at the highest political level faster than I would have expected.

French President Emmanuel Macron

President of France Emmanuel Macron has made it clear in an interview with Le Parisien that he is critical of Europe's purchase and use of US armaments and proposed replacing them with European alternatives.

Macron was also quite clear: "Those who buy Patriot systems should be offered the next generation of the Franco-Italian SAMP/T. Those who buy F-35s should be offered the Rafale fighter aircraft."

His main concern is greater strategic autonomy for Europe:

• Criticism of US systems: Poland plans to buy American F-35 fighter jets ($LMT (+4.95%)) and Patriot ($RYTT34). Macron questions these decisions and proposes European solutions.
• European optionsMacron specifically mentions approaches such as joint European development projects to reduce dependence on the USA. Examples include European fighter jets such as Saab Gripen ($SAAB B (+7.13%)), Eurofighter ($AIR (+8.79%) - $BA. (+4.84%) - $MTX (+8.06%) - $LDO (+7.11%)) or Dassault
  Rafale ($AM (+4.17%)) or air defense systems (e.g. SAMP/T from $HO (+4.91%), $BA. (+4.84%), $AIR (+8.79%) and $LDO (+7.11%) or Oerlikon Skynex from $RHM (+5.69%)).
• Long-term strategyMacron's proposals aim to strengthen Europe's military independence by pooling technology, production capacities and resources in the EU member states' own economic area in the long term.

Macron is thus sending a clear signal for more European cooperation in the defense sector and against an excessive focus on US technology.

#emmanuelmacron
#usa
#defense
#verteidigung
#rüstungsindustrie
#europa
$R3NK (+7.77%)
$IE0002Y8CX98 (+8.03%)
$HAG (+10.55%)

With Canada the next NATO partner is now looking for alternatives to the US fighter jet F-35 ($LMT (+4.95%) ) and is examining various models such as the Gripen ($SAAB B (+7.13%) ) or the Eurofighter ($AIR (+8.79%)
$BA. (+4.84%)
$LDO (+7.11%)
$MTX (+8.06%) ). The background to this is not only financial aspects - technical requirements and geopolitical considerations also play a role. At the same time, there are questions about maintenance costs and military independence from the USA. With its decision, Canada is setting the course for new international cooperation. This opens up exciting opportunities for the European aerospace industry.

In my opinion, Saab's Gripen currently has the best chance of becoming Canada's newest fighter jet. The concept of the Swedes, especially in terms of range, price/performance, maintenance and usability (optimized for use in Canadian latitudes; for take-off and landing on regular roads in remote regions and service there with small teams) fits like a glove to the Canadian aviator's eye. Canada also has the opportunity to produce the Saab Gripen in its own country.

Source: https://www.n-tv.de/politik/Kanada-sucht-nach-Alternativen-zum-US-Kampfjet-F-35-article25632225.html

#kanada
#usa
#f35
#saab
#eurofighter

https://youtu.be/QyD0liioY8E?si=-IJOWHYPEuT2IIr2

First countries reconsider their orders, Portugal has now canceled, Turkey now wants Eurofighters. Eurofighter, Gripen and Rafale as alternatives.

In Europe, and particularly among the USA's NATO partners, uncertainty about political and military relations between the USA under Donald Trump and Europe has been growing steadily since his inauguration in January 2025. Trump's statements and especially his actions in recent weeks have shown unmistakably that the USA is no longer a reliable partner for Europe (and presumably also NATO) and does not want to be.

Especially those European countries that, in response to Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine F-35 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin $LMT (+4.95%) worth well over 250 billion euros are now faced with a critical dilemma:

Technically, Europe's F-35 fleets can be deactivated by the US at any time, as each aircraft relies on US-controlled launch codes and proprietary US communication and navigation systems (see also the deactivation of Ukrainian HIMARS systems (from Lockheed Martin $LMT (+4.95%) ) in the last few days. Source: Tagesspiegel, March 2025). In the event of a crisis, the USA could practically paralyze the European air forces or at least prohibit missions. The USA had already done this with Egyptian F-16 fighter jets in 2014. (Source: T-Online, February 2025)

Since 2022, 12 European countries have ordered around 550 F-35 fighter jets (in different variants and versions):

• Germany: 35
• Romania: 32 (additionally planned: 16)
• Czech Republic: 24
• Finland: 64
• Switzerland: 36
• Netherlands: 52 (including additional orders)
• Poland: 32
• Belgium: 34
• Italy: 90 (60 F-35A and 30 F-35B)
• Norway: 52
• United Kingdom: 48 (planned: 138)
• Denmark: 27

The first countries are already taking action: Portugal recently announced that it was halting the planned procurement of F-35 fighter jets and looking at European alternatives instead.

"The Portuguese Defense Minister Nuno Melo has announced that the country will not purchase F-35 fighter jets from the United States in view of the current geopolitical situation and the unpredictability of US policy. Instead, alternatives from European production will also be considered." (Source: Poder Aéreo, March 2025)

Turkey also recently received a concrete offer for 40 Eurofighter jets from Airbus $AIR (+8.79%) BAE Systems $BA. (+4.84%) and Leonardo $LDO (+7.11%) - a clear sign of distancing itself from the USA.

"Turkey plans to procure a total of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon Tranche 4 fighter jets in the form of 20+20. All Tranche 4 jets, which represent the most advanced Typhoon configuration for air-to-air combat, will be newly produced.

However, Ankara can also procure a number of used Typhoons for training purposes. This possibility is also currently under discussion." (Source: Al-Monitor, March 2025).

If other European countries follow these examples, European fighter aircraft manufacturers could benefit considerably. Now, fighter aircraft are not of-the-shelf products that are mass-produced (with the exception of the F-35, unfortunately). Germany primarily opted for the F-35 because only the F-35 can be equipped with the nuclear weapons stationed in Germany (the use of nuclear weapons stationed in Germany - even just transportation from A to B - requires joint technical approval by Germany and the USA).

In my opinion, Gripen (Saab $SAAB B (+7.13%) ) and Eurofighter (Airbus $AIR (+8.79%) BAE Systems $BA. (+4.84%) Leonardo $LDO (+7.11%) MTU Aero Engines $MTX (+8.06%) etc) would be the most attractive alternatives in the short term. The Saab Gripen has an almost unbeatable price-performance ratio (especially thanks to the low service and maintenance costs) and the infrastructure for Eurofighter is already solidly developed. Dassault Aviation $AM (+4.17%) (Rafale) should of course not be underestimated either, but I see it in 3rd place.

I can well imagine that this costly security dilemma is currently being hotly debated in Europe's defense ministries and that exit strategies are already being evaluated. I can also imagine that European buyers of the F-35 are holding on to their canceled orders as leverage in case Trump imposes even more dramatic punitive tariffs or even escalates to a whole new level. In addition to the orders for F-35s, the Europeans are also likely to be reviewing their orders for HIMARS and the like.

However, one thing is already clear to the Europeans: Europe must become sovereign as quickly as possible - in terms of security policy, economy and technology - and can no longer rely on the USA. After Portugal and probably also Turkey, I expect more F-35 dominoes to fall in the near future.

Sources:

https://www.t-online.de/nachrichten/ausland/internationale-politik/id_100609126/general-alarmiert-usa-koennten-europaeische-f-35-jets-abschalten.html

https://www.aereo.jor.br/2025/03/13/portugal-descarta-compra-de-cacas-f-35-e-avalia-alternativas-europeias/

https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2025/03/turkey-receives-price-offer-40-eurofighter-jets-amid-trump-eu-rift

https://www.tagesspiegel.de/internationales/usa-deaktivieren-zielerfassung-bei-den-himars-verliert-die-ukraine-jetzt-eine-ihrer-effektivsten-waffen-13327513.html

$IE0002Y8CX98 (+8.03%) - WisdomTree Europe Defense UCITS ETF - EUR Acc

TOP 10

$RHM (+5.69%)

$LDO (+7.11%)

$SAAB B (+7.13%)

$BA. (+4.84%)

$HO (+4.91%)

$RR. (+14.75%)

$AIR (+8.79%)

$SAF (+6.84%)

$KOG (+10.59%)

$MRO (+6.13%)

https://api.fundinfo.com/document/b9034489473e1a780e6657260ca4fb58_248438/MR_DE_de_IE0002Y8CX98_RES_2025-03-07.pdf

"The index was developed by WisdomTree, Inc. ("WT"). The selection of European

companies in the index is based on their share of sales from the defense sector. The Index also seeks to exclude companies associated with weapons that are banned under international law, such as cluster munitions, anti-personnel mines, and biological and chemical weapons. The index also seeks to exclude companies that violate certain generally accepted international norms and standards, such as the principles of the United Nations Global Compact.

At least 20 stocks that meet the revenue share criteria as well as additional minimum requirements regarding market capitalization and liquidity are selected for inclusion. The selected companies in the index are weighted according to free float-adjusted market capitalization - adjusted by the exposure score - while complying with the upper limits and criteria defined in the index methodology.

The index is rebalanced every six months."

#wisdomtree
#europe
#defense
#etf
#defenseetf
#rheinmetall
#leonardo
#saab
#baesystems
#thales

Hello everyone,

how do you see the technological strengths/weaknesses of European armor values, such as $RHM (+5.69%) , $LDO (+7.11%) , $BA. (+4.84%)
$AIR (+8.79%) in direct comparison and in comparison to American counterparts like $LMT (+4.95%) ?

Do we Europeans have any chance at all of keeping up? Where are we perhaps even pioneers? What is missing?

Open discussion