Key Market Indicators
Chinese demand for platinum is projected to reach $3.18 billion by 2026, growing 0.4% each year on average. In 2021, the country was ranked fifth, with the United Kingdom taking the top spot with $3.14 billion. Germany, Japan and the United Kingdom were the next three in line. Exports of Chinese platinum are expected to hit $54.4 million by 2026, a 0.5% yearly growth rate since 2021, when it was at $53.4 million. Spain was the leader in 2021. The United Kingdom, Russia and the United States followed. Since 1997, Chinese supply has increased 7.8% year on year.