In this presentation, Jeffrey Christian of CPM Group focuses on platinum ahead of Platinum Week in London. He warns investors to be careful with bullish marketing claims about large platinum deficits that do not really exist. Jeff explains why many of these deficit narratives are misleading, and why the sharp rise in platinum prices over the past year was driven primarily by investor buying rather than a true shortage of metal.
Jeff also discusses current gold, silver, palladium, and platinum price trends, noting that precious metals are selling off sharply while remaining at historically elevated levels. He explains CPM Group’s view that gold and silver may continue through a volatile consolidation period from May through August before stronger investor demand potentially returns later in the year.
The presentation also compares platinum with palladium andd where CPM Group sees a tighter supply-demand balance. Jeff explains why investors should distinguish between independent market research and promotional material designed to encourage investment demand in platinum
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We started our business in 1986 predicated on the idea that commoditiesresearch and advice is best delivered by independent experts who do not work forbanks, brokers, mining companies, or any other entity that has interests thatcould conflict with the best interests of the clients receiving the research,analysis, and advice.
All of our work is driven by fundamental commodities research and economicanalysis. As we undertake our research into individual commodities markets wegather a tremendous amount of information and develop an enormous body ofextremely high quality, unbiased analysis of the markets and the companies thatare involved with individual commodities. The outputs of our research andanalysis take the form of research reports, specialized and targeted consultingrelated to these markets, financial advisory services ranging from corporate andproject finance structuring to equity introductions, and managing specificcommodities and investment positions for clients.
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