Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Precious Metals Surge in 2025
In 2025, the prices of platinum, gold, silver, and palladium went up a lot.
Platinum increased by 121%, gold by 70%, silver by 150%, and palladium by over 120%.
Platinum is used in many things like cars, jewelry, and electronics.
In India, platinum prices jumped from ₹25,160 to ₹55,350 per 10 grams.
Gold prices also went up, and people are buying it because it is seen as a safe investment.
Some people buy physical gold, while others buy it online or through special funds.
Experts say it's good to have some gold in your investments, but you should be careful and not buy too much at once.
Silver prices also went up, but it's not affecting the cost of making cars.
In 2026, experts think the prices of these metals will keep going up, but you should invest carefully and not just follow what others are saying on social media.
Platinum prices surged by 121% in 2025, outperforming gold and silver, driven by diversified demand and supply deficits.
Gold prices increased by about 70% in 2025, driven by geopolitical risks, economic concerns, and a weakening US dollar.
Silver prices surged by 150% in 2025, with demand varying by vehicle type, especially in electric vehicles (EVs).
In India, platinum prices jumped from ₹25,160 to ₹55,350 per 10 grams, and gold prices reached ₹1,30,000 per 10 grams.
Investors can gain exposure to platinum and gold through physical ownership, digital platforms, ETFs, or sovereign gold bonds, with experts advising caution and portfolio diversification.
- Who
- Investors, market experts, and the World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC)
- What
- Platinum, gold, silver, and palladium prices surged to record highs in 2025
- When
- December 24, 2025 (record high for platinum), 2025 (record high for gold, silver, and palladium)
- Where
- Global markets, with specific mention of India
- Why
- Due to supply deficits, diversified demand, investor interest, geopolitical risks, economic concerns, and a weakening US dollar
- Platinum Price (Global)
- $2,351.05 per ounce (December 24, 2025)
- Platinum Price (India)
- ₹55,350 per 10 grams (December 19, 2025)
- Platinum Price Increase (2025)
- 121%
- Gold Price Increase (2025)
- 70%
- Silver Price Increase (2025)
- 150%
- Platinum Demand Sectors
- Automotive (39%), Jewellery (28%), Industrial (24%), Investment (9%)
- Platinum Demand Forecast (2025)
- 7.88 million ounces
- Digital Gold Purchases (India 2025)
- 12 tonnes (₹16,670 crore)
- Gold Price (Global)
- $4,500 per ounce
- Gold Price (India)
- ₹1,30,000 per 10 grams
- Silver Price (India)
- ₹2,00,000 per kg
Sources
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