
Platinum Report ► Platinum is a by-product of nickel and copper processing. It’s commonly used to make jewelry and as a catalyst for chemical reactions. Platinum Fundamental Commodity Analysis (short term investment): Platinum is rated a buy, because the net difference between demand and supply indicates the excess demand will cause prices to increase. Platinum Value Investor Survey (long term investment): Platinum’s long term growth potential is moderately favorable due to high scores on difficulty to expand short term supply.