What drives the market.
Palladium is used in emissions-control catalysts. Vehicle production, catalyst loadings, substitution and recycling can affect supply and demand. Johnson Matthey’s outlook is dated research and may be revised as conditions change.
What to ask before comparing.
Confirm the product’s fine weight and assay and whether a dealer will quote both entry and resale. For industrial material or recycled feed, obtain the form, assay method and settlement basis.
Primary sources.
- LBMA · About daily auction pricesAccessed 6 November 2026
Defines the four London auctions, the benchmark units, publication delays and administrator. A benchmark is separate from a retail quote.
- Johnson Matthey · 2026 PGM Market Report release14 May 2026
Discusses autocatalysts, industrial uses, recycling and potential PGM balances. Its balance estimates are time-specific forecasts.
- CFTC · Questions before buying physical metalsAccessed 6 November 2026
Advises readers to get the charges and buyback price in writing and ask about custody and insurance.
USE THE TOOLS
Compare like with like.
Calculate fine weight and compare a written all-in quote with a reference price you supply.