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March 2025

Investment Ideas Fundamental Research

Investment Idea: Sibanye Stillwater

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Matt Swart

Equity Analyst, PSG Wealth

1. The recent transaction and events from Sibanye Stillwater:

  • The long-term platinum price is expected to range between $900 and $1 100 due to an increasing demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) making up a larger percentage of global car sales.
  • Lower prices Platinum Group Metals will reduce supply, supporting prices.
  • The ZAR platinum price has shown consistent growth over the long term, indicating a favourable price trend that is likely to support local PGM producers.
  • The intrinsic value is R23.23 with a 36% upside but Sibanye remains a HOLD because of the following risks and recent events:

A probability of 35% that the platinum price will decline to unsustainable operating levels, resulting from:

  • A strong uptick in EV demand resulting in an increased share of total sales.
  • The Russia-Ukraine war ending, leading to reduced sanctions on Russia, and increased Russian PGMs reaching the open market.
  • Tariff war on car imports and exports.
  • Higher than anticipated inflation leading to higher interest rates.
  • Reduced jewellery demand with global growth under pressure with more cost-effective alternatives.