Platinum Futures Near Eight-week High on Supply Concerns
The Wall Street Journal reported that platinum futures came close to an eight-week high today on the back of worries about disruptions in supply from South Africa.
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Platinum Falls Most in Almost 3 Months
Bloomberg reported that platinum futures slid 1.5%, the lowest since January 4th on Cyprus bank tax concerns.
Platinum Gains as Uncertain Italian Election Lifts Safe-Haven Buying
Reuters reported that platinum rose 0.7% Monday as the uncertainty in Italy’s election results lifted safe-haven buying.
Platinum Falls Lowest in 6 Weeks on Europe’s Struggle to Recover
Bloomberg reported that platinum futures for April delivery went down 1.6%, reaching its lowest level in 6 weeks, on signs that Europe is still struggling to recover from an economic crisis.
Platinum Futures Give Up Morning Gains on Weak EU Forecast
The Wall Street Journal reported that platinum futures ended in negative territory on Wednesday amid forecast of poor economic growth in Europe.
Platinum Tramples Gold in 2012
Platinum outperformed gold in 2012 and has risen to reclaim its premium over the yellow metal in the new year.
Platinum Futures Down Most Since October
Bloomberg reported that platinum futures for January delivery saw their largest decline in a month and a half, falling 1.9 percent to $1,582.90 per ounce.
Platinum Prices Up $22
The Street reported platinum prices are up $22 on Monday.
Platinum Drops After Two-Month Strike Ends
Bloomberg reported platinum prices dropped in South Africa after two-month strikes ended.
Now Is The Time To Buy Platinum
Mineweb reported platinum may be the better buy than gold as the white metal reaches a higher price.
