Case: Auto-Cycle Pressure on PGMs

A downturn in auto output reduced near-term PGM demand, widening divergence between platinum and gold performance.

Key Takeaways

  • PGM pricing is highly cyclical and industry-dependent.
  • Macro hedges for gold may not map cleanly to PGMs.
  • Sector-specific demand tracking is critical for precious spreads.

References

Last reviewed: 2026-03-21