Silver and platinum are leading a surge in hard assets, outpacing even gold's impressive gains. The rally reflects how investors are prioritizing tangible value as geopolitical worries add up. Central banks' gold buying shows structural demand for real assets beyond speculation.

Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium prices fell sharply today as investors booked profits and the dollar strengthened. Spot gold fell to a near two-week low, while silver, platinum, and palladium also declined.

So far in 2025, platinum prices have increased almost 50% YTD, reaching their highest level in over 10 years. Platinum tends to perform well during periods of industrial recovery and technological shifts, while still offering some of the safe haven appeal ...

After being in the doldrums for a long time, platinum has made a solid comeback in recent months, driven by strong industrial demand, supply constraints and clean energy adoption. In fact, platinum is the standout performer among precious metals, outpacing ...

JOHANNESBURG (miningweekly.com) – The direct impact of tariffs on forecast platinum demand in 2025 is estimated to total only 112 000 oz, or 1.4% of total demand. While the indirect risks through slower GDP growth over the next few years could be more ...

Platinum's recent rally is driven by gold's price surge, supply deficits, and rising jewelry demand in China, but these factors may be temporary. Platinum lacks gold's monetary status but is seen as a cheaper hedge against inflation and currency ...

Retailers in Dubai have noticed a shift in jewellery-buying habits as gold prices touch record highs of over Dh500 per gram. Some jewellery shoppers who once preferred gold ornaments are now turning to platinum and mixed-metal jewellery for better value — while those still buying gold are doing so majorly for investment.

Gold mutual funds offer investors exposure to the yellow precious metal, which has been red-hot this year. But a caveat is required.