The Markets Ledger

Strong rand PGM pricing lifts Implats’ full-year refined output, sales

Platinum group metals miner Impala Platinum (Implats) achieved a marginal increase in its platinum, palladium, rhodium, ruthenium, iridium and gold (6E) concentrate production to 3.5-million ounces for the financial year ended June 30, from 3.48-million ounces in the 2025 financial year.

Zim platinum output seen holding steady

Zimbabwe’s platinum production is expected to remain broadly stable for the rest of 2026, despite a sharp decline in first-quarter output caused by maintenance work at the country’s largest producer, latest industry projections say.