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Platinum has stronger long-term upside than palladium due to hydrogen fuel cell applications as electric vehicles reduce palladium demand.

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≈ RELATED Platinum's unique industrial applications in catalytic converters, anti-cancer drugs, and fertilizer production create durable long-term demand that will support price appreciation. BULLISH GOLD ≈ RELATED South Africa's overwhelming control of 83% of platinum group metal reserves positions it as a uniquely strategic supplier for emerging hydrogen economy and fuel-cell technologies NEUTRAL GOLD
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"Palladium's biggest customer is slowly disappearing because electric vehicles don't need a catalytic converter, while platinum has a second act building in hydrogen fuel cells. Platinum has more upside, citing its substitution from palladium and broader range of industrial uses."

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