Chevron sentenced for environmental damageA court in the USA has sentenced Chevron $CVX (-0,65%) for damages after the environmental organization Lowlander Center uncovered alarming environmental problems. The organization points out that the canals dug for oil and gas rigs in the Gulf of Mexico significantly impede the natural flow of water in the adjacent wetlands. The consequences are serious: during heavy storms, masses of water can flow unhindered inland instead of being distributed in the branches of the marshland. A law dating back to 1978 obliges companies to restore used areas to their original state after the end of operations, but Chevron has not complied with this obligation. The lawsuit accuses the company of failing to obtain proper permits and to properly dispose of wastewater, resulting in contamination of the affected areas. The court's decision could have far-reaching consequences for Chevron and the entire industry, as it puts a clear focus on the responsibility of companies for environmental damage.

US car tariffs force Nissan to halt sales and Ford to offer discountsThe new car tariffs in the USA are already having an impact and are causing turbulent times in the automotive industry. Nissan $NISA has therefore temporarily stopped selling vehicles in the USA in order to escape the effects of the tariffs. This decision shows how quickly companies have to react to economic changes. Ferrari $RACE (-1,39%) is not unaffected by the new tariffs and has increased the prices of its models by up to 10 percent. This is one of the first reactions of a manufacturer to the increased customs duties. Stellantis $STLAM (-1,64%)the parent company of Opel and Chrysler, has also announced that it will cease production in Canada for 14 days. This measure was announced by the trade union Unifor via Facebook and makes it clear that the new customs regulations not only have a significant impact on manufacturers, but also on the US workforce. The automotive industry is facing a challenging time in which strategic action and adaptability are required.

Sources:

https://www.manager-magazin.de/unternehmen/industrie/usa-gericht-verurteilt-chevron-zu-schadensersatz-fuer-umweltschaeden-a-e999ccc6-0c14-4673-8786-d47405c81d69

https://www.manager-magazin.de/unternehmen/autoindustrie/us-autozoelle-in-kraft-volkswagen-stoppt-auslieferung-stellantis-unterbricht-produktion-a-4712a802-0776-482a-9eca-8e637ee3580a

The profit of Stellantis $STLAM (-1,64%) slumped by almost two thirds in 2024, which also had a negative impact on the share price. Experts advise streamlining the portfolio, with a particular focus on the premium brands Alfa Romeo, DS and Lancia.

In order to become competitive again in the USA, Stellantis announced massive investments at the beginning of the year. The Group plans to invest over 5 billion dollars in the US markets in the coming years. As part of this strategy, Chairman of the Board of Directors Elkann also sought talks with US President Donald Trump.

Source: https://www.manager-magazin.de/unternehmen/stellantis-gewinn-sinkt-um-fast-zwei-drittel-a-c6abd743-df49-43b4-9526-f8d30b1d8d44

Let's continue with the quarterly figures😬

among others

$NVDA (+1,46%)
$HIMS (-0,75%)
$HD (-1,26%)
$LOW (-1,21%)
$CRM (-1,32%)
$SNOW (-1,43%)
$VST (+0,74%)
$TMDX (+4,47%)
$O (-0,06%)
$STLAM (-1,64%)
$AXON (-0,56%)
$KDP (-0,19%)
$DOM (-0,64%)
$INTU (-1,68%)
$ZETA (+0,95%)

In the current issue, "Der Aktionär" recommends these dividend stocks.

For a peaceful night's sleep (conservative):

• E.On $EOAN (+1,55%)
• Johnson & Johnson $JNJ (+0,63%)
• Munich Re $MUV2 (+0,89%)
• PepsiCo $PEP (-1,03%)
• Procter & Gamble $PG (+0,45%)

Top dividend with medium risk can be seen in:

• Andritz $ANDR (+1,37%)
• Freenet $FNTN (+1,25%)
• Imperial Brands $IMB (+2,35%)
• Traton $8TRA (+1,53%)

Dividends with a yield kick are located in these shares:

• Frontline $FRO (+9,1%)
• Petrobas $PETR3 (-1,6%)
• Repsol $REP (-2,46%)
• Stellantis $STLAM (-1,64%)

Source: Der Aktionär, Issue 08.2025

Happy New Year everyone! We are starting the new year with adjustments to the Sina ETF. (The performance here below somehow no longer corresponds to the actual performance, but so be it...) After this post you'll have peace and quiet from my ETF again :D

I sold some stocks and invested the dividends I received last year. That left me with 19 euros in cash, so it's still a 40-share ETF ;)

If this were my only portfolio, I would probably have held more cash and not reinvested directly, as the entry point doesn't always seem optimal. But I also proceeded without regard to entry points.

For the question of how high the profits or losses were, please refer to the portfolio.

Out are:

$STLAM (-1,64%) (loss)

$AFX (+1,25%) (loss)

$MC (+1,36%) (loss)

$OR (+0,19%) (loss)

$7203 (+3,72%) (loss)

$D05 (-0,71%) (Profit)

$RHM (+0,55%) (Profit)

$ENR (+2,23%) (Profit; also dropped from my "real" portfolio)

Partial sale:

$WMT (+1,19%) at 50%

Increased by:

$AAPL (+2,44%)

$MSFT (+0,1%)

$ASML (+1,23%) Since the position was down over 20%, but I am convinced in the long term

$GOOGL (+0,94%)

New additions:

$BKNG (+0,69%)

$JPM (+2,92%)

$NU (+1,31%)

$COST (-1,63%)

$AFL (-0,18%)

$INTC (-2,63%)

$CRM (-1,32%)

$NOVO B (+4,6%)

$STLAM (-1,64%) slow time to build up position

for long term

12%dividends 😜

can go even lower yes !!!

i am worried no !!!

take a $WIF (-0,56%) 😁

02.12.2024

GameStop closes German stores + LogiTech to become an "iconic" brand + 4 important dates this week + Head of Opel parent company Stellantis resigns

The 69 German stores of the video game retailer Gamestop $GME (+2,74%) are to be closed by January 31, 2025. This was reported by the industry portal "Gameswirtschaft". The American company's German headquarters could not be reached for comment. However, store employees confirmed the plans to the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (FAZ) by telephone. They had been informed internally. Pre-orders will no longer be accepted and vouchers will no longer be sold. "Gameswirtschaft" refers to information from the retailer's suppliers, which coincides with reports from employees. (FAZ)

The CEO of the computer accessories manufacturer, Hanneke Faber, wants out of Logitech $LOGN (+0,29%) into an "iconic brand". Sales are to double by 2031. The brand's many fans are a good starting point. "Now we have to take the brand to the next level so that people really love it," the SonntagsZeitung quotes from a meeting with Faber in Zurich. It needs a "wow" factor like Apple. Faber also wants to make gains in hybrid work and artificial intelligence. Meanwhile, Logitech needs to improve again in China. Faber believes he is well prepared for possible US tariffs on Chinese imports. "We used to be dependent on China, now we have a broadly diversified global supply chain." (SoZ, p. 40)

4 dates that will be important this week:

• Details on US labor market developments in October

The results of the Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (Jolts) for October provide insights into the tendency of employers and employees to lay off and the number of vacancies on the US labour market. The month under review was heavily influenced by Hurricanes Helen and Milton.

>>> Tuesday, 03.12.2024; 16:00

• German incoming orders fall in October

Incoming orders in German industry are likely to have fallen in October. Economists surveyed by Dow Jones Newswires expect them to have fallen by 2.0 percent compared to the previous month, after rising by 4.2 percent in September. Overall, there is a slight recovery trend in orders. In the second and third quarters, it had already moved away somewhat from the low recorded in the first quarter of the year.

>>> Thursday, 05.12.2024; 08:00

• German production increases in October

Production in Germany's manufacturing sector was as weak in the third quarter as it had been during the coronavirus lockdowns. But while companies wanted to produce back then but were unable to do so, the opposite is true today. The cushion of orders has melted away and economists fear that the situation on the labor market could soon deteriorate. For October, the economists surveyed by Dow Jones Newswires expect production to have risen by 1.0 percent compared to the previous month.

>>> Friday, 06.12..2024; 08:00

• US employment figures rise more strongly again in November

The number of people employed in the US economy is likely to have risen more sharply again in November. According to the Factset consensus, analysts expect it to have risen by 210,000 compared to the previous month, after increasing by just 12,000 in September. The weak September figure was caused by hurricanes Helen and Milton. The unchanged very low unemployment rate of 4.1 percent showed that there was probably nothing more to it. An increase to 4.2 percent is expected for October and a monthly increase of 0.3 percent for wages, which means an annual increase of 3.9 percent. After years of fighting inflation, the US Federal Reserve is now focusing more strongly on the labor market.

>>> Friday, 06.12..2024; 14:30

Suffering from problems in the important US market and a weak industry situation, car manufacturer Stellantis $STLAM (-1,64%) must look for a new boss sooner than expected. The Board of Directors has accepted the resignation of Carlos Tavares, the multi-brand group (including Peugeot, Citroen, Fiat, Chrysler, Jeep, Alfa Romeo) announced on Sunday evening. The Volkswagen rival had already announced in October that the search for a successor to Tavares was underway, as he would not be renewing his contract, which expires in 2026. A new boss is now to be found in the first half of 2025, the company said on Sunday. Until then, a management committee will be formed under Chairman of the Board of Directors John Elkann. Tavares led Stellanti's formation of the car giant through the mega merger of PSA and Fiat Chrysler in 2021. The manager only had to lower the profit outlook for 2024 at the end of September this year. The car manufacturer usually makes the lion's share of its profits in the North American market with large SUVs and pick-ups. However, there are currently too many unsold cars in dealers' yards, which is reducing sales prices. The situation on the car markets in other countries is also bleak overall. The company confirmed its lowered outlook for the year on Sunday.

https://www.handelsblatt.com/unternehmen/industrie/stellantis-tavares-tritt-bei-opel-mutter-stellantis-ueberraschend-zurueck/100091996.html

Monday: Stock market dates, economic data, quarterly figures

ex-dividend of individual stocks

LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton EUR 5.50

Christian Dior EUR 5.50

Lockheed Martin 3.30 USD

McDonald's USD 1.77

Nike 0.38 USD

Quarterly figures / company dates Europe

07:00 Prosus 1H results

16:00 Prosus analyst conference

No time specified: Schneider Electric Investor Day

Economic data

• 09:45 IT: Purchasing Managers' Index/PMI manufacturing November PROGNOSIS: 46.0 previous: 46.9
• 09:50 FR: Purchasing Managers' Index/PMI Manufacturing (2nd release) November FORECAST: 43.2 1st release: 43.2 previous: 44.5
• 09:55 DE: Purchasing Managers' Index/PMI Manufacturing (2nd release) November FORECAST: 43.2 1st release: 43.2 Previous: 43.0
• 10:00 EU: Purchasing Managers' Index/PMI manufacturing Eurozone (2nd release) November FORECAST: 45.2 1st release: 45.2 Previous: 46.0
• 10:00 DE: VDMA, Incoming orders mechanical and plant engineering October
• 10:30 UK: Purchasing Managers' Index/PMI manufacturing (2nd release) November PROGNOSIS: n.a. 1st release: 48.6 previous: 49.9
• 11:00 EU: Labor Market Data October Eurozone Unemployment Rate PROGNOSE: 6.3% PREVIOUS: 6.3%
• 15:45 US: Purchasing Managers' Index/PMI Manufacturing (2nd release) November Forecast: 48.8 1st release: 48.8 Previous: 48.5
• 16:00 US: Construction Spending October FORECAST: -0.1% yoy previous: +0.1% yoy
• 16:00 US: ISM Manufacturing Index November FORECAST: 48.0 points previous: 46.5 points