Following the unfortunate events, investors are preparing to secure their assets. The prices of gold and silver have been rising steadily and sharply ever since Donald Trump returned to the White House, and now platinum has joined the race. Witnessing an unrelenting rally, platinum’s price has shot up by at least 120% within just a year, surpassing gold’s pace. What was at ₹26,120 per 10 grams on January 1, 2025, now stands at a hefty ₹67,530 per 10 grams. Just like silver is always in demand for solar panel manufacturing, platinum, too, is crucial for phones, medical machines, and industries. In short, these metals run the hydrogen economy. With the Union Budget around the corner, attention will turn to how policymakers respond to rising metal prices. Read more here.