WPIC – Expansion of Investment Choices in Japan: New Platinum Fund, Feb 2026

The report announces the launch of the Rakuten Platinum Fund in Japan, providing investors with exposure to platinum through a fund of funds structure.

This new investment trust offers a convenient and tax-efficient way for Japanese investors to access physical platinum-backed ETFs. The fund invests in established ETFs such as Aberdeen Standard Physical Platinum Shares ETF and iShares Physical Platinum ETC, does not hedge foreign exchange risk, and allows daily subscriptions and redemptions without a fixed term. It is also eligible for the Nippon Individual Savings Account (NISA), offering tax exemptions on dividends and capital gains. The launch comes amid rising global investor interest in commodities and platinum, with significant growth in platinum ETF holdings in 2025.