Why the PGM rally differs from gold’s
26 January 2026
Investing

Platinum and other platinum group metals (PGMs) have surged alongside gold – but is this the same safe-haven trade, or something fundamentally different?
In this episode of Ask an Analyst, Adrian Hammond, Head Resources, Gold, Platinum & Chemicals Analyst, SBG Securities, explains why PGMs are rising for very different reasons than gold, and what’s underpinning the move.
In this video, Adrian unpacks:
- Why platinum, palladium and rhodium are not simply tracking gold.
- How shifting supply-demand dynamics are pushing PGMs into deficit.
- The role of OEM destocking, plug-in hybrids, and substitution from palladium to platinum.
- Why South Africa’s platinum supply is structurally important.
- Key “green flags” investors should be watching across PGMs.
Key takeaway: Unlike gold, the PGM rally is being driven by tightening fundamentals, recovering auto demand and constrained supply – with platinum well-positioned over the medium term.
Watch now for expert insights into the PGM market.