The strength in platinum prices reflects two key factors: the broad enthusiasm for commodities by investors and speculators, and the continued tight industry fundamentals.

By enthusiasm one acquire unimaginable strength.

She had an infectious enthusiasm. She showed she was not going to shy away from being a communicator.

The deterioration in agribusiness contrasts starkly with the ongoing strength in the non-farm business sector as a whole,

Sentiment towards bullion remains overwhelmingly bullish and further short-term gains are likely. A move up towards the February 1983 high of $509 an ounce seems the obvious target.

Clearly the outlook for the currency markets, and in particular the U.S. dollar/euro exchange rate will be critical to the outlook for the gold market,