| Date | Rhodium Price | Change % to Today | Annual Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13 2026 | $365.10 / g | ||
| Jan 1 2026 | $316.42 / g | +15.38% | |
| Jan 1 2025 | $162.50 / g | +124.67% | +94.72% |
| Jan 1 2024 | $154.55 / g | +136.23% | +5.14% |
| Jan 1 2023 | $485.02 / g | –24.73% | -68.14% |
| Jan 1 2022 | $546.75 / g | –33.22% | -11.29% |
| Jan 1 2021 | $612.00 / g | –40.34% | -10.66% |
| Jan 1 2020 | $217.82 / g | +67.62% | +180.97% |
| Jan 1 2019 | $86.95 / g | +319.89% | +150.51% |
| Jan 1 2018 | $60.49 / g | +503.52% | +43.74% |
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At today’s price of $365.10 per gram, rhodium has changed +15.38% so far in 2026. It is up +124.67% since the start of last year and +136.23% since the start of 2024. This precious metal is down –24.73% since the start of 2023.
Since the beginning of 2022, it has lost –33.22% in value, and compared to its price of $217.82 per gram on Jan 1st 2020 rhodium has gained +67.62%. If we go back further to Jan 1st 2018, when you could buy rhodium for $60.49 per gram, then the price of this strategic precious metal is up +503.52%.
To predict rhodium’s future price direction (click to jump to forecast), let’s explore its various applications and who produces it.
Rhodium is known for its rarity, high reflectivity, resistance to corrosion, and exceptional catalytic properties. It has a unique silver-white appearance and is represented by the chemical element symbol Rh and atomic number 45. Like its peers in the platinum group, rhodium is highly valued and sought after in various industries.

The versatility of rhodium is evident in its wide range of applications. Rhodium’s primary use is in the automotive industry as a key component in catalytic converters. It effectively breaks down nitrogen oxides into harmless nitrogen and water, making it crucial for reducing harmful vehicle emissions. In 2022, over 31 metric tons of rhodium were used for this purpose. Its excellent reflective properties also make it ideal for use in mirrors and searchlights.
Besides its automotive applications, rhodium is also utilized in the chemical industry, accounting for about eight percent of its total consumption. Its ability to withstand corrosion and high temperatures makes it a valuable asset in the production of nitric acid, acetic acid, and hydrogenation reactions.
Glass producers use around four percent of the available rhodium for making flat glass and fiberglass. Additionally, it finds applications in the electronics industry and jewelry production, albeit in smaller quantities.
In jewelry, rhodium is often used for plating, giving pieces a reflective white surface. Its resistance to tarnishing and scratches enhances the durability and appearance of jewelry. The electrical industry utilizes rhodium for its conductivity and corrosion resistance, particularly in high-temperature settings.
Rhodium is extremely rare, even more so than iridium and platinum, and it’s typically extracted as a by-product of mining platinum and palladium and sometimes during nickel or copper extraction.
The process is complex and costly, contributing to its rarity. Annually, about 25 tons of rhodium are mined globally, with 85 percent coming from South Africa, where all the major producers are located. Russia, Zimbabwe, and Canada account for 14% of the production. Recycling also plays a significant role, returning approximately 10 tons per year to the market.
The pricing of rhodium is influenced by its rarity, demand in various industries, and the limited nature of its sources. The automotive industry’s reliance on rhodium for emission control plays a significant role in driving its demand and price.
Market dynamics, such as supply disruptions in the major producing regions, changes in automotive industry regulations, and economic conditions, can significantly impact rhodium prices. The metal’s rarity and the complexity of its mining and refining processes add to its premium pricing.
Forecast last updated: .
After the strong 2025 rebound, gains have been more measured. Rhodium’s price is now 123.55% above its start-of-2025 level, although still 25.10% below the start of 2023. That history illustrates both recovery potential and the scale of losses this market can produce.
The balance has also shifted. Johnson Matthey’s May 2026 report forecasts a small 15,000-troy-ounce surplus, following a deficit in 2025. It expected weaker automotive demand and recovering catalyst recycling to offset lower mine supply. These are forecasts, not measured October inventories. Valterra’s July outlook still showed deficits, illustrating the uncertainty around the balance.
More recent producer commentary supports that distinction. Implats’ September results described a broadly balanced rhodium market, with first-half supply helped by processing previously accumulated material. It expected maintenance scheduling to tighten second-half availability.
The EU’s April sanctions package added import restrictions covering Russian rhodium. These can complicate European sourcing, without necessarily reducing global production.
Rhodium sits at an interesting intersection of fading and emerging trends. Demand remains anchored in emissions control, while specialised glass and chemical processes provide additional uses. These smaller markets add value, but cannot simply be assumed to replace lost automotive demand.
Hybrids help explain why electrification is not an immediate end to the catalyst market. ACEA’s January–August 2026 figures show hybrids at 36.6% of new EU registrations and plug-in hybrids at another 10%, alongside a growing 21.7% battery-electric share. These regional figures demonstrate an evolving vehicle mix, rather than a direct forecast of global rhodium consumption.
New rhodium production does not simply ramp up in response to higher prices; it is tied to broader platinum-group mining economics. That preserves the possibility of supply-driven price spikes, even as recycling and electric vehicles reshape the longer-term balance.
Bias: Neutral to firm, with substantial volatility.
Rationale:
A broadly balanced annual market can still experience temporary shortages when maintenance or purchasing changes delivery timing. This supports the possibility of renewed strength, but improving recycling and softer automotive demand argue against treating a sustained shortage as the base case.
Bias: Cautiously constructive, led by supply risks.
Rationale:
Resilient petrol and hybrid production could maintain substantial demand while ageing mines and limited replacement projects constrain primary supply. Upside would strengthen if recycling disappoints or production disruptions persist. Stronger recovery volumes or faster battery-electric adoption could instead leave prices under pressure.
Bias: Selective upside potential, with increasing demand-transition risk.
Rationale:
The long-term case is a balance between difficult supply replacement and declining reliance on combustion engines. Specialist industrial uses provide support but are not a proven substitute for the automotive demand base. Rhodium can still offer substantial upside during supply squeezes; assuming a return to its historical peak would be speculative.
Industrial-grade purity, documented provenance, and an established resale route matter for physical holdings. The opportunity is best approached with patience and a clear understanding of purchase costs, selling terms, and rhodium’s capacity for unusually large price swings.
For those interested in investing in rhodium, there are several avenues. Physical rhodium can be purchased in the form of grains, bars, or coins from marketplaces like eBay and Alibaba. It’s essential, though, to verify the metal’s purity and authenticity before buying.
Corporate buyers such as General Motors, Ford, and Mercedes only use reputable metal dealers to purchase industry-grade rhodium (minimum 99.9% purity). Reputable dealers, like ourselves, act as the intermediaries between the industries and the metals producers.
Any investors wanting to benefit from future rhodium price gains by buying and owning this unique precious metal can do this through us, the only globally licensed industry supplier offering this option to private investors. Our stellar reputation and longevity have certain competitive advantages, too, such as the immediate availability of the metals at “fair” prices.
Rhodium futures contracts are another option for investors. These contracts allow for the purchase or sale of rhodium at a predetermined price in the future, providing a way to hedge against price fluctuations.
Before selling rhodium, it must be assayed to confirm its purity and quality. This process ensures transparency and maximizes the value during the sale.
For those who have invested through us, the selling process is very straightforward as we guarantee the sale of your rhodium holdings at market value, meaning you get your funds within a few days.
1 This price is based on the latest available industry-partner price for Rhodium, dated Nov 09 2026. Prices may be carried forward until a newer market price becomes available. Currency conversions use the latest available ECB exchange rate.
Calculations on this page last updated Nov 13 2026.