Platinum is emerging as a top performer in 2025, with prices soaring nearly 57% year-to-date. A significant market deficit, driven by declining mine output in South Africa and robust demand from the automotive and jewelry sectors, fuels this rally. Chinese and Indian buyers are increasingly favoring platinum over gold, further boosting demand.
GIFT Nifty hits record open interest of $21.56 billion; contracts touch all-time high
GIFT Nifty has hit a record open interest of $21.56 billion, reflecting rising global investor participation in India’s offshore derivatives market. The milestone, achieved on