Investing in platinum is different from investing in other precious metals. It is primarily an industrial and jewelry commodity rather than an investment asset. It is essential to consider the smaller volume of the market. This applies to both spot trading and futures transactions.
By its properties, this metal somewhat resembles gold. Due to what it is proper for jewelry manufacturing. Also platinoids are used in industry. However, with a few exceptions, their application is limited to the production of catalytic converters. Therefore, the price of platinum is highly dependent on the car market situation.
Diversification is the main purpose of adding such an asset to your portfolio. It is also proper for betting on a weakening dollar.
Key information on the platinum price outlook is summarized below:
At the moment, metal quotations are on the rise. It can be an excellent asset for short-term investments and speculative deals. The increase in the price is fuelled by news about the reduction of production in South Africa. The region is the world supply leader. Problems in this region are leading to higher shortages.
Further forecast is positive. The movement of quotations depends on several factors. The key one is the state of the global economy. The situation in China is no less important. This country is the main platinum consumer.
To make a platinum price forecast, you can use technical analysis tools. To do so, there are such popular methods as:
Below is a recommendation to buy/sell this asset. It is based on the data of the most popular technical market analysis tools.
On the weekly time frame chart, the quotes reach the upper line of the Bollinger Bands indicator. RSI and MACD oscillators signal to buy. On the lower time frames there are also buy signals.
It allows experts to promise growth of quotations in the nearest months. There are reasons to believe that the upward trend observed since the beginning of February will continue. Platinum's rating is Strong Buy.
If the uptrend breaks, support levels may come at $928.2, $913.00, $901.10.
Below is a recommendation to buy/sell platinum. It is based on the data of the most popular technical market analysis tools.
Buy: 16.67%
Sell: 0%
Neutral: 83.33%
Buy: 16.67%
Sell: 83.33%
Neutral: 0%
Header | Sell | Neutral | Buy | Action |
Moving Averages |
83.33% |
0% |
16.67% |
Sell |
Oscillators |
0% |
83.33% |
16.67% |
Buy |
Name | Value | Action |
RSI(14) |
47.13 |
Neutral |
Stochastic %K (14, 3, 3) |
35.6 |
Neutral |
Stochastic RSI Fast (3, 3, 14, 14) |
35.6 |
Neutral |
Williams Percent Range (14) |
-73.14 |
Buy |
CCI(20) |
-61.41 |
Neutral |
Ultimate Oscillator (7, 14, 28) |
39.45 |
Neutral |
Period | Simple | Exponential |
MA10 |
939.11 |
944.74 |
MA20 |
964.37 |
952.51 |
MA30 |
962.08 |
955.42 |
MA50 |
958.84 |
956.08 |
MA100 |
955.25 |
957.5 |
MA200 |
980.15 |
961.69 |
Pivot | Classic | Fibonacci | Camarilla | Woodie | Demark |
Middle | 966.574 | 966.574 | 966.574 | 946.0005 | 942.0555 |
S3 | 513.19 | 739.882 | 873.6897 | 570.117 | - |
S2 | 739.882 | 826.478344 | 894.4698 | 719.3085 | - |
S1 | 837.956 | 879.977656 | 915.2499 | 796.809 | 788.919 |
R1 | 1064.648 | 1053.170344 | 956.8101 | 1023.501 | 1015.611 |
R2 | 1193.266 | 1106.669656 | 977.5902 | 1172.6925 | - |
R3 | 1419.958 | 1193.266 | 998.3703 | 1250.193 | - |
There is a table with prices for the main metals below. It allows you to compare the dynamics of platinum quotations with gold etc.
Price | Day | Month | Year | Date | ||
Gold | 2708.23 USD | +5.53 | +0.20% | +4.23% | +33.45% | 20.01.2025 |
Silver | 30.49 USD | +0.12 | +0.40% | +5.19% | +34.81% | 20.01.2025 |
Palladium | 951.66 USD | -2.65 | -0.28% | +5.31% | +0.25% | 20.01.2025 |
Platinum | 950.54 USD | -1.11 | -0.12% | +3.07% | +4.78% | 20.01.2025 |
Copper | 4.29 USD | -0.057 | -1.31% | +5.52% | +13.18% | 20.01.2025 |
Aluminum | 2692.72 USD | +22.79 | +0.85% | +6.91% | +24.04% | 20.01.2025 |
Zinc | 2963.49 USD | +24.84 | +0.85% | -0.061% | +20.30% | 20.01.2025 |
Nickel | 15665 USD | -175.00 | -1.10% | +0.48% | -1.29% | 18.01.2025 |
The analysts’ promises for 2024 and beyond is positive. Growing scarcity is the main driver of this. The reduction in consumption by industry is unlikely to compensate for it. Despite expectations, on the contrary, the demand for this metal is growing.
The World Platinum Investment Council issued another forecast in January 2024. According to WPIC, the shortage of the metal will soon amount to 12% of annual consumption. That is, it will be higher than last year. This allows us to hope that the current price will not last long.
Experts believe that quotations will start to grow. A steady upward trend is expected in the following years. Forecasts promise to bring the cost closer to the historical maximum. A number of experts are convinced that the potential of this metal has not been fully appreciated by the market.
Date | Min forecast price | Max forecast price | Change |
01.12.2025 | 896.437 USD | 923.829 USD | -40.4 USD (-4.44%) |
01.12.2026 | 889.969 USD | 917.251 USD | -6.52 USD (-0.72%) |
01.12.2027 | 883.131 USD | 907.332 USD | -8.38 USD (-0.94%) |
01.12.2028 | 875.999 USD | 897.192 USD | -8.64 USD (-0.97%) |
01.12.2029 | 869.132 USD | 896.037 USD | -4.01 USD (-0.45%) |
01.01.2030 | 898.581 USD | 924.779 USD | +29.1 USD (3.19%) |
The outlook for 2025 is negative. As the experts believe, the year will be difficult for the whole market. It will be under the influence of bears due to geopolitical uncertainty.
All negative factors that affect platinum quotations are expected to persist. When production levels recover or consumption is reduced, the value of the metal will fall even further.
Date | Min forecast price | Max forecast price | Change |
01.03.2025 | 974.435 USD | 993.602 USD | +33.48 USD (3.4%) |
01.04.2025 | 987.038 USD | 1008.786 USD | +13.89 USD (1.39%) |
01.05.2025 | 997.016 USD | 1003.792 USD | +2.49 USD (0.25%) |
01.06.2025 | 962.872 USD | 994.605 USD | -21.67 USD (-2.21%) |
01.07.2025 | 958.736 USD | 963.060 USD | -17.84 USD (-1.86%) |
01.08.2025 | 941.673 USD | 957.834 USD | -11.14 USD (-1.17%) |
01.09.2025 | 906.626 USD | 949.391 USD | -21.75 USD (-2.34%) |
01.10.2025 | 900.938 USD | 911.259 USD | -21.91 USD (-2.42%) |
01.11.2025 | 904.350 USD | 909.359 USD | +0.76 USD (0.08%) |
01.12.2025 | 896.437 USD | 923.829 USD | +3.28 USD (0.36%) |
A bearish trend awaits quotations in 2026. Many experts predict the metal to fall below the 2024-2025 positions. There are predictions that the price will be near five-year lows.
The main reasons for this are:
Date | Min forecast price | Max forecast price | Change |
01.01.2026 | 927.517 USD | 970.176 USD | -1.69 USD (-0.18%) |
01.02.2026 | 969.973 USD | 991.369 USD | +31.82 USD (3.25%) |
01.03.2026 | 967.748 USD | 987.932 USD | -2.83 USD (-0.29%) |
01.04.2026 | 980.899 USD | 1001.792 USD | +13.51 USD (1.36%) |
01.05.2026 | 991.380 USD | 997.108 USD | +2.9 USD (0.29%) |
01.06.2026 | 956.001 USD | 989.286 USD | -21.6 USD (-2.22%) |
01.07.2026 | 951.906 USD | 956.787 USD | -18.3 USD (-1.92%) |
01.08.2026 | 934.907 USD | 950.515 USD | -11.64 USD (-1.23%) |
01.09.2026 | 901.306 USD | 942.372 USD | -20.87 USD (-2.26%) |
01.10.2026 | 893.889 USD | 904.680 USD | -22.55 USD (-2.51%) |
01.11.2026 | 897.635 USD | 902.977 USD | +1.02 USD (0.11%) |
01.12.2026 | 889.969 USD | 917.251 USD | +3.3 USD (0.37%) |
Quotations are expected to decline significantly in 2027. This negative outlook is caused by a combination of factors. The key one is the belief that industrial demand for the metal will decline. The bearish trend will also be supported by investors' desire to use protective financial instruments.
Date | Min forecast price | Max forecast price | Change |
01.01.2027 | 917.582 USD | 963.097 USD | -10.2 USD (-1.08%) |
01.02.2027 | 962.672 USD | 984.614 USD | +33.3 USD (3.42%) |
01.03.2027 | 961.381 USD | 982.023 USD | -1.94 USD (-0.2%) |
01.04.2027 | 973.897 USD | 994.541 USD | +12.52 USD (1.27%) |
01.05.2027 | 983.846 USD | 990.284 USD | +2.85 USD (0.29%) |
01.06.2027 | 950.067 USD | 982.533 USD | -20.77 USD (-2.15%) |
01.07.2027 | 945.368 USD | 950.727 USD | -18.25 USD (-1.93%) |
01.08.2027 | 928.336 USD | 944.781 USD | -11.49 USD (-1.23%) |
01.09.2027 | 895.806 USD | 935.180 USD | -21.07 USD (-2.3%) |
01.10.2027 | 887.064 USD | 898.001 USD | -22.96 USD (-2.57%) |
01.11.2027 | 890.733 USD | 896.605 USD | +1.14 USD (0.13%) |
01.12.2027 | 883.131 USD | 907.332 USD | +1.56 USD (0.17%) |
For 2028, both bearish and bullish scenarios are being made. The WPIC predicts a deficit of 500,000 ounces in 2028, which will lead to a reduction in metal reserves and an increase in prices.
Target prices from various analysts include:
Bears anticipate that the growth rate of demand for the metal will slow down. This is expected to result in prices falling below $900. Additionally, bearish models take into account trends from the last decade, which was unfavorable for the market.
Date | Min forecast price | Max forecast price | Change |
01.01.2028 | 916.645 USD | 956.028 USD | -14.2 USD (-1.52%) |
01.02.2028 | 955.548 USD | 977.596 USD | +30.24 USD (3.13%) |
01.03.2028 | 954.752 USD | 975.681 USD | -1.36 USD (-0.14%) |
01.04.2028 | 971.183 USD | 988.094 USD | +14.42 USD (1.47%) |
01.05.2028 | 977.066 USD | 983.341 USD | +0.57 USD (0.06%) |
01.06.2028 | 941.648 USD | 976.880 USD | -20.94 USD (-2.18%) |
01.07.2028 | 938.773 USD | 942.430 USD | -18.66 USD (-1.98%) |
01.08.2028 | 921.964 USD | 938.227 USD | -10.51 USD (-1.13%) |
01.09.2028 | 886.972 USD | 928.756 USD | -22.23 USD (-2.45%) |
01.10.2028 | 880.494 USD | 891.208 USD | -22.01 USD (-2.48%) |
01.11.2028 | 884.540 USD | 890.225 USD | +1.53 USD (0.17%) |
01.12.2028 | 875.999 USD | 897.192 USD | -0.79 USD (-0.09%) |
Experts consider this metal to be an asset proper for the investment portfolio diversification. The long-term price forecast is positive. It is obvious that in 2050 its value will be much higher than the current one. There are several reasons for this:
It is argued that the real commodity is a defense against the depreciation of the US dollar. This metal is generally not recommended as a way to save money during periods of high inflation. But its advantage is that it has intrinsic value. Its price cannot fall to zero.
The global platinum market size is projected to reach USD 11.95 billion by 2031.
During the next 10 years, experts foresee a long-term increase of the asset's quotations. Given its background, local or medium-term corrections are possible. In particular at the beginning of the decade. But eventually the drawdowns will be redeemed.
The consensus forecast for the value in 2033 is about $2000. That's about 140% higher than the current prices. Thus, this metal is unlikely to help boost capital much. The returns expected are not much higher than the broad stock market. And the risks involved are considerably higher.
On the horizon of 10 years, platinum can be considered only as a diversification tool. Nevertheless, some experts believe in the rapid development of green hydrogen energy. Under their predictions, the value of this metal is severely undervalued.
In the year 2030, analysts promise to see the troy ounce in the range of $1500-$1600. This is only 90 per cent higher than the current level. Moreover, it is noticeably lower than the historical maximums.
There are also more optimistic experts. They call figures of $3500-$4000 per ounce. But such a prediction of platinum prices forecast 2030 looks too optimistic.
It is believed that the cost of this metal is determined by the supply and demand ratio. But the year of 2023 has demonstrated other factors to be stronger. Despite the growing deficit, quotations are not going up. Therefore, a moderate expectations look more likely.
The expectations for 2040 are positive. Experts believe that the metal's value will definitely be higher than the current one. The main bullish factors:
A separate question is the growth rates of quotations. Most analysts agree upon the fact that they will remain modest. The consensus forecast is 10-15% per year on average, taking into account local drawdowns. They fail to promise multiple appreciation of platinum like gold.
The situation may change radically when new technologies appear. When demand for the metal increases, its value will rise more than expected.
Experts give an optimistic outlook for 2050. Most analysts believe that the demand for the metal will grow over the long horizon. They also believe that its scarcity will start to have a serious impact on the market.
When such a thing happens, this metal will prove to be a good long-term investment. But the longer the time horizon, the less reliable are the forecasts of futures prices. Therefore, experts find it difficult to give exact figures.
Analysts note that since 2015, the cost has been moving within a narrow range. It is less volatile than gold quotations. Therefore, this investment instrument is recommended for diversification and hedging.
Platinum is the third most popular precious metal. But investing in this asset has a number of peculiarities that need to be taken into account:
More than 40% of mined is used to produce catalytic converters for diesel powered vehicles. The strengthening position of eco-activists has a twofold impact on the consumption of this metal.
On the one hand, electric cars are replacing diesel. On the other hand, the hydrogen economy cannot do without platinum. Therefore, the demand for the metal in the future will depend on the future course of green energy development.
The jewelry industry is the second largest consumer. It accounts for more than a third of the mined volume. China plays the leading role. Global consumption depends, among other things, on the popularity of platinum jewelry.
These factors have a stronger influence on quotations than stock exchange speculation. But one should remember that metal is a good diversification option. It can be used to hedge the risks of investing in other metals. It has a negative correlation with gold (insignificant) and palladium (quite noticeable).
Platinum began to be used as an investment asset only in the second half of the XX century. Nowadays, one can invest in it in a large number of ways. For example, through:
In February 2008, the cost of platinum reached an all-time high of $2150. This year was characterized by a shortage of physical metal. At the same time, there was high market volatility. As a result of the crisis, the price more than halved by September 2008 (to $1000).
In April 2011, the cost of a troy ounce of platinum reached $1875. This is the maximum shown by quotations after 2008. Since then, the metal price has been in a pronounced downtrend, which lasted until 2015.
The bearish cycle in the platinum market has come to an end. Quotes have moved into a prolonged sideways trend. The price of an ounce as of December 2015 practically remained the same as in November 2023.
It is primarily an industrial and jewelry metal. When the market expects a recession and lower production, the value falls. Demand from the jewelry industry is also unstable. Platinum is now cheaper than gold, and items made of it are not considered elite.
When production fails to cover consumption, there is a threat of shortages. Amid fears of a shortage of physical metal, the price rises. But when this is accompanied by expectations of a recession, there is little or no impact on quotations. This was clearly seen in 2008 and 2023.
The problems in South Africa have a direct impact on mining. It can be argued that the price of the metal depends on the well-being of this region. But this only happens when the global economic situation is stable.
Advances in technology are creating new applications for this metal. As a result, its value is increasing. Hence, quotations are also rising. For example, hydrogen energy is one of the newest applications.
As emissions regulations have become stricter, the need for platinum neutralisers has grown. But the growing popularity of electric vehicles is jeopardizing the popularity of this metal.
The cost rises when palladium, gold and oil prices drop. This is due to the fact that platinum consumption by industry increases during such periods.
The expectations for the next week are positive. Instruments related to it are an excellent option for short-term investments. Bearish trend in the market is unlikely. Metal quotations are trending upwards. Investors' increasing interest in alternative assets contributes to this.
The current situation in the economy is putting pressure on quotations. Experts no longer predict its change in the near future. There is a probability that the price of metal will decrease on the horizon of 6-12 months. Based on technical analysis, it is also possible to give investment advice to sell.
The prediction for 2024 and beyond is negative. Experts believe the boom in the market of this metal ended in 2011. There is no reason to expect its resumption. The economic situation is unlikely to favor this. Also, many investors fear the demand will decrease. This means that they are reluctant to make long-term investments in this asset.
In the second half of 2023, quotations have been declining. Small regional rises failed to bring the price back to the $1,000 mark. But experts predict a reversal of the trend.
Since 2015, quotations of this metal have been in a sidewall. It brings no profit to long-term investors. But experts believe that asset is now undervalued. The current moment is proper for long-term investments.
This most often happens during economic crises. The value also falls when production exceeds the demand level.
Such a period has already taken place in the past. But it is not likely to happen again. There are no fundamental factors for such a return. It may happen when production levels fall sharply.
For the precious metals market beginners, experts recommend investing in gold. Platinum is proper for those who have positions in other alternative assets. It is used primarily for diversification purposes.
Analysts now promise more modest figures than a few years ago. The average forecast for 2030 is at the level of $1500-$1600. But more optimistic predictions can also be found.
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