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Thomson Reuters GFMS Palladium Market News:

Date of Release: 5th April 2013

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North American Palladium announced on 21st March the appointment of Phil du Toit as President and Chief Executive Officer of the company.

Palladium jewellery pieces were among the winners of the Jewelers of America national retailer design competition and this year’s MJSA Vision Awards.

Seasonally adjusted US auto sales posted robust performance in March, rising to 15.6 million units. Overall sales in the United States for General Motors, the US biggest automaker by sales, were up by 6% year-on-year.

Sales of light vehicles in China recorded strong gains in the first two months of 2013, rising by 20% year-on-year, well above market expectations. Strong demand was boosted by rapidly improving economic environment in the country.

Additional Information

• Palladium Market Outlook for Next Three Months
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