The forecast for the import of platinum in semi-manufactured forms into Germany shows a decline from 3.32 thousand kilograms in 2024 to 2.41 thousand kilograms in 2028. This marks a consistent downward trend in the volume of imports. Year-on-year variations show a decrease of 6.93% from 2024 to 2025, followed by 7.44% between 2025 and 2026, 8.04% from 2026 to 2027, and finally, an 8.37% decline from 2027 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this five-year period is a decline of approximately 7.58%.

Looking forward, potential factors impacting future trends include:

Shifts in industrial demand for platinum within Germany, especially in the automotive and electronics sectors.
Changes in environmental regulations could affect the refined metal market.
Global platinum supply chain dynamics, particularly from key producing countries, may alter availability and pricing.
Technological advancements affecting the fabrication and recycling of platinum.