What drives the market.
Platinum demand spans automotive and industrial uses, jewellery and investment. WPIC’s quarterly research separates historical estimates from forecasts. A wholesale balance does not establish the price or availability of a particular coin or bar.
What to ask before comparing.
Ask which benchmark and timestamp the quote uses, and whether the benchmark is per fine ounce or a stated fineness basis. Confirm product fineness, stock and the proposed exit route.
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.
- WPIC · Platinum Quarterly archive9 September 2026 Q2 edition
The Q2 edition provides estimates and projections for platinum demand and supply. WPIC commissions the research from Metals Focus.
- 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.
USE THE TOOLS
Compare like with like.
Calculate fine weight and compare a written all-in quote with a reference price you supply.