Platinum Price Today, 18 February 2026: Platinum remains rock-steady at ₹5,863 per gram across India, as of today, 18 Feb, 2026, remaining flat from yesterday and correcting 4% from its high of ₹6,111 while January’s 7.98% run-up to its peak of ₹8,500 gives way to February’s -1.79% loss, its 26% decade-long lead over gold attracts savvy investors in jewelry and automobiles.
Platinum Price Today (18 February, 2026)
Platinum trades flat at ₹5,863/g nationwide with 10g at ₹58,630 unchanged from yesterday, bucking gold/silver corrections.
Platinum Rate Today: From Record Highs to Correction
- Current: ₹5,863/g (0% vs yesterday).
- Weekly: -₹125/g from Feb 11’s ₹6,224/g (2% dip), profit-taking post-January peaks.
- 10-day: Down ₹248/g from Feb 9 high ₹6,111/g (4% correction).
- Feb so far: -1.79% from ₹6,097/g on Feb 1, after touching ₹6,614/g peak.
Platinum Price Today: MCX Gold & Silver Prices in India
MCX platinum steady at ₹58,630/10g, while gold dips to ₹74,500/10g (-₹1,800) and silver ₹2,60,000/kg (-₹8,000). Platinum’s resilience ties to supply crunches in auto catalysts.
Platinum Prices in Mumbai
- 1g: ₹5,863 (flat)
- 10g: ₹58,630
- 100g: ₹5,86,300
- Note: Jewelry hub sees steady wedding demand.
Platinum Rate Today in Delhi
- 1g: ₹5,863
- 10g: ₹58,630
- 100g: ₹5,86,300
- Appeal: Rising in premium rings over gold.
Platinum Prices in Kolkata
- 1g: ₹5,863
- 10g: ₹58,630
- 100g: ₹5,86,300
- Trend: Eastern buyers eye durability.
Platinum Rate in Bengaluru
- 1g: ₹5,863
- 10g: ₹58,630
- 100g: ₹5,86,300
- Tech auto links boost interest.
Platinum Prices in Chennai
- 1g: ₹5,863
- 10g: ₹58,630
- 100g: ₹5,86,300
- Strong: Temple jewelry potential.
Platinum price city-wise
|
City |
1g (₹) |
10g (₹) |
100g (₹) |
|
Mumbai |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Delhi |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Kolkata |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Bengaluru |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Chennai |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Hyderabad |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Kerala |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
|
Pune |
5,863 |
58,630 |
5,86,300 |
Platinum Rate in India for Last 10 Days
|
Date |
1g (₹) |
10g (₹) |
100g (₹) |
|
Feb 17 |
5,988 |
59,880 |
5,98,800 |
|
Feb 16 |
5,988 |
59,880 |
5,98,800 |
|
Feb 15 |
6,006 |
60,060 |
6,00,600 |
|
Feb 14 |
6,006 |
60,060 |
6,00,600 |
|
Feb 13 |
5,914 |
59,140 |
5,91,400 |
|
Feb 12 |
6,173 |
61,730 |
6,17,300 |
|
Feb 11 |
6,224 |
62,240 |
6,22,400 |
|
Feb 10 |
6,078 |
60,780 |
6,07,800 |
|
Feb 09 |
6,091 |
60,910 |
6,09,100 |
|
Feb 08 |
6,111 |
61,110 |
6,11,100 |
Platinum Price Movement in January 2026
|
Metric |
Platinum Rates (1g) |
|
1 Jan Rate |
₹5,975 |
|
31 Jan Rate |
₹6,452 |
|
Highest (Jan 26) |
₹8,500 |
|
Lowest (Jan 1) |
₹5,975 |
|
Overall Performance |
Rising |
|
% Change |
+7.98% |
Platinum beats gold with 26% returns in a decade
From 2016-2026, platinum posted 26% cumulative gains vs gold’s 18%, fueled by EV/autocatalyst rebound and supply deficits from South Africa mines.
Is a silver crash Coming?
Silver faces deeper risks than platinum overbought at RSI 75, down 25% in Feb. Platinum’s flatline suggests resilience and silver could test ₹2,40,000/kg if recession bites.
Why Platinum price rate hike every day?
Earlier surges rode auto demand revival, hydrogen fuel bets and January’s 8% climb and today’s pause reflects global spot consolidation at $2,000/oz amid steady supply.
FAQ’s
Is platinum 950 better than 22K gold?
Yes for durability of 950 (95% pure) resists scratches better than 22K (91.6%) gold, ideal for rings and though costlier.
Is platinum costlier than gold?
Today, ₹5,863/g vs gold’s ₹15,435/g (24K) and flips in bull markets due to industrial rarity.
What are the top 3 rarest metals?
Rhodium, iridium, osmium-rhodium tops at 1% Earth’s crust abundance, vital for emissions control.
What is the cost of 1g of rhodium?
Around ₹1,50,000/g globally, 25x platinum, due to South African mine shortages.
Which country is rich in rhodium?
South Africa dominates with 80% world output and Russia adds 12% via Norilsk deposits.
