WPIC is concerned that the decline in marriages contributes to a law demand for platinum jewellery.

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GUEST - Peter Major, a director a Mining at Modern Corporate Solutions

We dive into the surprising factors driving the decline in platinum jewellery demand. A new report from the World Platinum Investment Council reveals how falling marriage rates across the globe, from the US to China, have contributed to a sharp downturn in platinum’s role in the jewellery market.

As societal pressures to marry ease and consumer preferences shift toward experiences over material goods, platinum jewellery has taken a hit. But there’s hope on the horizon. We explore how rising gold prices, new technologies in production, and a shift in demand from non-Chinese markets are set to boost platinum’s jewellery appeal. Will platinum’s resurgence outshine its white gold rival?
23 Jan 2025 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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