全球铂金投资需求一季度大增28%，中国市场买了1吨铂金条

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights a significant surge in platinum prices, driven by strong investment demand and changing consumer preferences, particularly in China [2][3]. - As of May 22, NYMEX platinum futures surpassed $1,089 per ounce, marking a nearly 10% increase over the week, with a notable rise in investment demand [2]. - The World Platinum Investment Council (WPIC) reports a projected 10% year-on-year increase in global platinum demand to 71 tons in Q1 2025, with investment demand in the platinum sector expected to rise by 28% to 14 tons [2][3]. Group 2 - In Q1 of this year, China's platinum investment demand surged, particularly for investment platinum bars under 500 grams, which saw a 140% year-on-year increase to 1 ton, establishing China as the largest retail investment market for platinum [2]. - Despite a record high in April imports of platinum to China at 11.5 tons, the total platinum imports for the year remain down 31% compared to the same period last year [2]. - The WPIC forecasts a 30% increase in global investment in platinum bars and coins to 8 tons by 2025, with a continued growth expectation of 15% in demand for platinum bars of 500 grams and above in China [3]. Group 3 - The global supply of platinum decreased by 10% to 45 tons in Q1, resulting in a 25-ton shortfall, primarily due to seasonal weakness in mine production [3]. - The WPIC anticipates a 4% year-on-year decline in total platinum supply for 2025, projecting it to be at its lowest level in five years at 218 tons [3]. - Speculative trading trends indicate a recent profit-taking phase, with non-commercial long positions in platinum futures decreasing from 45,800 to 43,000 contracts by mid-May [4].