Investors are probably familiar with the gold-to-silver ratio, which determines how much silver it would take to purchase an ounce of gold. This ratio … [Read more...]
The Next Big Platinum Mine Just Passed Us By!
August 28, 2015 by
Space mining has been an idea for a while, but in recent years the idea is becoming more and more a reality. Companies like Planetary Resources and … [Read more...]
India’s Caught the Platinum Fever
March 16, 2015 by
India has long been known as a voracious consumer of gold, but the world's second most populous nation is also now emerging as one of the biggest … [Read more...]
LBMA “experts” go for $1,211 gold price average in 2015, $16.76 silver
February 11, 2015 by
Each year, the renowned London Bullion Market Association announces price forecasts for precious metals after receiving submissions from invited … [Read more...]
Precious Metals Soar on Swiss Franc Surprise; “This was a gold rally,” say analysts
January 15, 2015 by
In an announcement that caught world completely off-guard, the Swiss National Bank (SNB) unexpectedly ditched its 3-year cap on the franc, sparking a … [Read more...]
Auto Sales Couldn’t Look Better for 2015 Platinum & Palladium Prices
January 15, 2015 by
Analysts are forecasting a flood of car buying in the U.S. that will help float platinum and palladium prices higher in the months ahead. Both metals … [Read more...]
Platinum Forecast 2015: Analysts looking forward to “strong growth momentum next year”
December 23, 2014 by
In case you've forgotten about platinum in the rush to capitalize on cheap gold and silver, now may be the time to reconsider diversifying with a … [Read more...]
Goldman Sachs & Others Accused of Manipulating Platinum and Palladium Prices
December 3, 2014 by
Gold and silver aren't the only precious metals being blatantly manipulated, at least according to Florida-based jeweler who filed a lawsuit against … [Read more...]
6 Reasons Why 2015 Will Be a Much Better Year for Gold
November 25, 2014 by
Gold has really taken a beating this year. After reaching a high of $1,380 in March, the rallying U.S. dollar, economic growth and other factors have … [Read more...]
Confessions of a Contrarian: Platinum and Palladium Look Bullish
October 28, 2014 by
Gold may be on most analysts minds these days as they take their best guesses on which way it's headed, but at least one contrarian is turning bullish … [Read more...]
6 Tips for Investing in Gold, Silver and other Rare Metals
October 24, 2014 by
Investing in precious metals isn't a cakewalk, that much can be sure. It can be especially complicated for beginners, which is why it's wise to … [Read more...]
Palladium Still the Fairest Precious Metal
October 16, 2014 by
BMO Capital Markets made waves last week with the announcement that it’s lowered its price expectations for gold, silver and platinum. That’s bad news … [Read more...]
Russia, South Africa to Become the OPEC of Platinum?
October 13, 2014 by
Platinum and palladium are not performing as well as expected this year, and major producers Russia and South Africa have decided to do something … [Read more...]
Palladium Set for Biggest Rally Since 2013
October 8, 2014 by
(Bloomberg) - Gold futures headed for the first decline in three days as a rally in the dollar cut the metal's appeal as an alternative investment. On … [Read more...]
The Wonderful World of Platinum and Palladium
September 25, 2014 by
In our latest infographic, explore the Platinum Group Metals (PGMs) and why they are so valuable to modern life (...and why they make a great … [Read more...]
Top Five Best Designed Platinum Coins
September 11, 2014 by
Platinum is one of the most rare and valuable metals in the world. Unlike silver and gold, platinum will not melt in a fire. This heat resistance is … [Read more...]
Platinum mining a guessing game for investors
September 8, 2014 by
Once a rising star in the mining sector, platinum has experienced dark days following a strike and a glut in global supply. The platinum sector has … [Read more...]
You Say “Pollution,” I Say “Palladium”
August 13, 2014 by
About 80% of global palladium production comes from two countries – Russia and South Africa. And since March, the turmoil in these regions has pushed … [Read more...]
Zimbabwe-Russia JV plans $1.6 billion platinum investment
August 5, 2014 by
(Reuters) - A Zimbabwe-Russia joint venture company, Ruschrome Mining, plans to invest $1.6 billion in developing a platinum mine and constructing a … [Read more...]
Palladium Soars to Fresh 13-year High; Could Hit $1,000 Before Year End
July 25, 2014 by
Palladium has had quite a run so far in 2014. That trend continued last week when the white metal hit a new 13-year high on increased sanctions on … [Read more...]
Robert Friedland Bullish on Platinum and Copper
July 25, 2014 by
Friedland set the stage for his platinum prediction by explaining that “the most important fundamental economic and social transformation” currently … [Read more...]
Platinum Almost Hits 13 Year High
July 8, 2014 by
Investing.com reported that platinum prices drew close to a 13 year high today, gaining 0.27 percent to trade at $1493.75. Platinum and palladium … [Read more...]
Platinum: More precious than gold?
July 2, 2014 by
Platinum reached an almost 10-month high on signs increased demand from car companies will add to a supply shortage. Gold held near the highest in … [Read more...]
South African Platinum Strike “Officially Over”
June 24, 2014 by
A five-month strike at the South African operations of major platinum miners is “officially over,” Joseph Mathunjwa, leader of the Association of … [Read more...]
6 Platinum Plays For The (Eventual) Strike Resolution
June 17, 2014 by
Over a million ounces of platinum have been lost to the South African mining strike, which is now entering its 20th week. The strike is one of the … [Read more...]
Palladium, Platinum Retreat From Recent Highs
May 23, 2014 by
The Wall Street Journal, New York—Palladium pulled back from a three-year high and platinum fell from an eight-month peak Friday as investors locked … [Read more...]
Gold Below $1,300; Platinum Eyes Biggest Week In 3 Months
May 16, 2014 by
Gold struggled below $1,300 an ounce on Friday, as data indicating brighter prospects for the U.S. economy reinforced the view that the Federal … [Read more...]
Platinum Could Rise to $1,700 by Year End, Average Projected at $1,457: Thomson Reuters GFMS
May 7, 2014 by
This year’s Thomson Reuters GFMS Platinum and Palladium Survey is out, and it looks like in 2014 the platinum price is expected to stay relatively … [Read more...]
Platinum Prices Vulnerable To Further Losses
April 24, 2014 by
Since setting a high on April 14 of $1,471.50 an ounce, basis the New York Mercantile Exchange July contract, platinum prices are down 5%. As of … [Read more...]