In a recent article, "Welt" pointed out the alternatives to the classic MSCI World when it comes to the "US share" cluster risk.

Almost 70 percent of the index is made up of US equities. And this can increasingly become a problem - especially in the age of US President Donald Trump.

This is precisely where the new ETF from BNP Paribas Asset Management comes in. The Easy MSCI World Equal Weight Select ETF (WKN: A417BH) reduces the US share to 35.8 percent.

The fund distributes all shares equally weighted. This means that it is not the big tech stocks such as Apple, Microsoft and Nvidia that set the tone, but every stock counts equally. In addition, stocks with the worst ESG ratings (environmental, social, governance) are excluded. This makes the fund a classic Article 8 fund - so it is also suitable for sustainability-oriented investors.

There is no longer a single US stock in the top 10 of this new index. Instead, there are European defense stocks such as $RHM (+0,34%)
Rheinmetall, $BA. (+0,02%)
BAE Systems and $SAAB B (+0,66%)
Saab. In the classic MSCI World, the first 23 stocks come from the USA - only in 24th place comes $SAP (+0,35%)
SAP comes a European.

In the current market phase, equally weighted variants have really caught up. They are up around one percent, while the MSCI World is down four percent. The MSCI World ex USA
$EXUS (+0,01%) performed even better. Since the beginning of the year, it is eleven percentage points ahead of the classic.

The Invesco MSCI World Equal Weight ETF has raised half a billion euros within a short space of time and the MSCI World ex USA has now raised 2.4 billion euros.

Source (excerpt): "Welt", 03.06.25 | Graphic: ChatGPT

What is your opinion? Do you think these ETFs are attractive? I look forward to your comments.

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Italy wants to replace the existing 268 BV206s with BvS10 articulated tracked vehicles. BAE Systems and Iveco Defense Vehicles (IDV) have agreed to extend their strategic cooperation for the delivery, as the companies announced on May 22. The collaboration will focus on localizing the design of Italian variants and manufacturing the BvS10, leveraging the strengths of both companies and the Italian workforce. The collaboration offers both important capabilities and national supply security.

"This partnership combines the technical expertise of both companies and ensures that the BvS10 is tailored to the needs of Italian defense," said Tommy Gustafsson-Rask, General Manager of BAE Systems Hägglunds.

Claudio Catalano, CEO of Iveco Defence Vehicles added: "With the agreement signed today, we will leverage the expertise, technological know-how and experience of IDV and BAE Systems to deliver the BvS10 to the Italian Army."

According to BAE Systems, the BvS10 armored vehicle is an articulated vehicle designed to provide comprehensive operational support where other vehicles cannot go. It is characterized by an extremely low ground pressure of 0.14 kg/cm² (less than a walking human). The vehicle's mobility systems ensure optimal maneuverability in different terrains, including snow, ice, rocks, sand or mud, as well as in steep mountainous regions. Thanks to its amphibious characteristics, the vehicle can also be used in flooded areas or coastal waters, transporting personnel and supplies to maintain strategic, tactical and operational mobility.

The modular design of the BvS10 enables configurations for different missions. BAE Systems offers variants for personnel transport, command and control, ambulance, repair and recovery, logistical support, reconnaissance and a weapon carrier with additional mortar capability. It is the perfect combination of mobility, payload and protection.

According to BAE Systems, the vehicle is currently operated by Austria, France, the Netherlands, Sweden, the United Kingdom and Ukraine. The cooperation with IDV will facilitate the adoption of this land platform by the Italian Army and ensure logistical commonality within the countries that have already opted for the BvS10. Sweden, in conjunction with Germany and the UK, has ordered 627 BvS10s in 2022 and 2023 under the name Collaborative All-Terrain Vehicle (CATV) - 367 of them for Germany - to be delivered from 2026 (ES&T reported).

Apart from the aforementioned 268 BV206s to be replaced, there is no information on the scope and date of an order for BvS10s from Italy. Accordingly, no information is yet available on delivery times.

Editorial team / gwh

https://esut.de/2025/05/meldungen/60000/italien-erhaelt-bvs10-von-bae-systems-und-iveco-defence-vehicles/

Good morning everyone, has anyone had any experience with regard to the costs incurred when purchasing stock dividends/share dividends from finanzen.net zero? $BA. (+0,02%) is the concrete example here. If costs are incurred here, as with fractional trading, it makes no sense. However, I can't find any information on this. Thank you 😉

Atlas Copco $ATCO B (+0,16%)

BAE Systems $BA. (+0,02%)

Rollins $ROL (+0,27%)

Cintas $CTAS (-0,07%)

Waste Management $WM (-0,21%)

Parker Han$PH (-0,09%)

Which companies do you see as particularly promising for a long-term investment?

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

Speaking of fighter aircraft: did I already mention that Saab ($SAAB B (+0,66%)) not only has its own platforms such as the Gripen fighter jet, but is also involved in the modernization of the European Eurofighter ($AIR (+1,48%) - $LDO (+0,24%) - $BA. (+0,02%)) 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
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#f35
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#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 (+0,07%) 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 (+0,25%) 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. (+0,02%) 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 (+0%) 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?

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 ($LMT (+0,13%)) and Patriot ($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 ($SAAB B (+0,66%)), Eurofighter ($AIR (+1,48%) - $BA. (+0,02%) - $MTX (+0,04%) - $LDO (+0,24%)) or Dassault
  Rafale ($AM (+0,71%)) or air defense systems (e.g. SAMP/T from $HO (+0,06%), $BA. (+0,02%), $AIR (+1,48%) and $LDO (+0,24%) or Oerlikon Skynex from $RHM (+0,34%)).
• 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
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$HAG (+1,52%)

With Canada the next NATO partner is now looking for alternatives to the US fighter jet F-35 ($LMT (+0,13%) ) and is examining various models such as the Gripen ($SAAB B (+0,66%) ) or the Eurofighter ($AIR (+1,48%)
$BA. (+0,02%)
$LDO (+0,24%)
$MTX (+0,04%) ). 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

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