The idea of de-dollarization—the global move away from relying heavily on the U.S. dollar in trade, reserves, and finance—is gaining real momentum. This shift is driven by geopolitical tensions, rising U.S. debt concerns, and countries like China and Russia pushing…
Platinum has experienced its third consecutive year of market deficit, a trend that highlights ongoing supply and demand challenges in the precious metals sector. This persistent shortfall means that the amount of platinum consumed globally continues to exceed the quantity…
Investors are increasingly betting on a shortage in platinum supply because the metal is facing a rare and persistent imbalance between how much is available and how much is needed. This situation has been building over several years, creating what…
Platinum has enjoyed a remarkable year so far, with its price climbing about 41% year-to-date. This surge is notable because platinum has historically been overshadowed by gold, but in 2025 it’s stealing the spotlight. The key driver behind this rally…
China’s jewelry market is playing a key role in driving up platinum prices, as jewelers there shift their focus away from gold. This change comes amid a sharp drop in gold jewelry sales, which fell nearly 27% in the first…
Platinum has been making waves in the precious metals market this year by outperforming palladium, yet it still trails behind gold and silver in overall gains. Starting 2025 at just under $1,000 per ounce, platinum surged impressively to over $1,440…
Central bank rate cuts often make headlines for their impact on traditional assets like stocks and bonds, but they can also have surprising effects on commodities—especially precious metals like platinum. Recently, platinum has enjoyed an unexpected boost thanks to these…
The pace at which vehicles are switching from traditional internal combustion engines (ICE) to electric powertrains has a direct impact on the demand for platinum. Platinum is a key component in catalytic converters, devices that reduce harmful emissions from ICE…
The auto sector is showing signs of a strong rebound in 2025, with increasing vehicle production and renewed demand driving growth. After a cautious start to the year marked by uncertainty over tariffs and high interest rates, optimism is building…
Platinum is facing a serious supply crunch in 2025, and this shortage is pushing prices higher. The root of the problem lies mainly in the limited availability of new platinum coming from mines. South Africa, which produces about three-quarters of…
