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Platinum Peaks Amid Supply Cuts and Soaring Demand. Forecast as of 22.07.2025
In 2025, platinum set a record quarterly gain, had its best month since 1986 in June, and reached an 11-year high thanks to strong demand from China, reduced production in South Africa, and rising lease rates. Investors have come to realize that the asset, which has been languishing in a prolonged consolidation, is fundamentally undervalued. The platinum-to-gold ratio reached a record high of 3.6 in April, but has since fallen to 2.4. According to historical data, the figure remains elevated. In the first quarter, platinum jewelry production in China increased by 26%. In April and May, Chinese imports of the metal ... (full story)