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Platinum $1,945 USD /oz▲ $29.00 (+1.51%)Palladium $1,342 USD /oz▲ $3.00 (+0.22%)Rhodium $8,800 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.56 USD /lb▲ $0.1620 (+2.53%)Aluminum $1.68 USD /lb▲ $0.0083 (+0.50%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $8.56 USD /lb▼ $0.0027 (-0.03%)Lead $0.9100 USD /lb▲ $0.0141 (+1.57%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0004 (-0.02%)Gold $4,505 USD /oz▼ $36.58 (-0.81%)Silver $75.49 USD /oz▲ $0.1925 (+0.26%)USD/CAD 1.3798▼ $0.0011 (-0.08%)Platinum $1,945 USD /oz▲ $29.00 (+1.51%)Palladium $1,342 USD /oz▲ $3.00 (+0.22%)Rhodium $8,800 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.56 USD /lb▲ $0.1620 (+2.53%)Aluminum $1.68 USD /lb▲ $0.0083 (+0.50%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $8.56 USD /lb▼ $0.0027 (-0.03%)Lead $0.9100 USD /lb▲ $0.0141 (+1.57%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0004 (-0.02%)Gold $4,505 USD /oz▼ $36.58 (-0.81%)Silver $75.49 USD /oz▲ $0.1925 (+0.26%)USD/CAD 1.3798▼ $0.0011 (-0.08%)

SMASH SCRAP Blog

Industry insights, auction tips, and scrap metal market news

Gold Rebound Boosts B2B Scrap Metal Marketplace SF

Gold Rebound Boosts B2B Scrap Metal Marketplace SF

· 5 min read

Weekly Scrap Market Recap: March 29, 2026 The B2B scrap metal marketplace ended the week on a cautiously optimistic note as gold snapped its three-week losing streak and industrial metals showed mixed signals. For scrap dealers looking to sell scrap metal San Francisco and across California, this...

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Jersey City Contractor's $40K Scrap Metal Auction Win

Jersey City Contractor's $40K Scrap Metal Auction Win

· 7 min read

From Warehouse Cleanout to Profitable Partnership: How a Jersey City Contractor Turned Scrap Into Success When Mike Rodriguez received the call to clean out a defunct manufacturing facility in Jersey City, he thought it would be just another demolition job. What he discovered inside changed his...

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Scrap Metal Industry Update — March 27, 2026

Scrap Metal Industry Update — March 27, 2026

· 6 min read

5 Best Ways to Get Top Copper Scrap Prices in Virginia Beach Finding the best copper scrap prices Virginia Beach has to offer requires knowing where to look and how to maximize your returns. With copper markets showing volatility in March 2026 amid oversupply concerns according to recent Macquarie...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 27, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 27, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 27, 2026 at 12:31 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟡 Market Mood: MIXED2 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Palladium); 4 lower (Silver, Platinum & 2 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,426/oz ▲ Silver — $68.03/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,800 · Pt ▼ $1,834 · Pd ▲ $1,361 Coppe...

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Jersey City New Regs Transform Scrap Metal Recycling

Jersey City New Regs Transform Scrap Metal Recycling

· 6 min read

New Jersey Strengthens Scrap Metal Tracking Requirements in 2026 Jersey City scrap dealers face updated compliance requirements as New Jersey implements enhanced tracking protocols for scrap metal recycling Jersey City operations. The state's Department of Environmental Protection announced...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 26, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 26, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 26, 2026 at 12:31 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🔴 Market Mood: BEARISH1 of 8 metals higher (Aluminum); 5 lower (Gold, Silver & 3 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,441/oz ▼ Silver — $67.84/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,800 · Pt ▼ $1,852 · Pd ▼ $1,347 Copper — $5.51...

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Sort Scrap Metal San Diego: Prep Tips for Max Profits

Sort Scrap Metal San Diego: Prep Tips for Max Profits

· 5 min read

How to Properly Sort and Prepare Scrap Metal for Maximum Profit in San Diego When you're ready to sell scrap metal San Diego, proper sorting and preparation can mean the difference between pocket change and serious cash. Most sellers leave money on the table because they don't understand how scrap...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 25, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – March 25, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 25, 2026 at 12:31 PM UTC. Market screen levels only — not yard pay prices. Actual buy prices at the scale will differ based on grade, moisture, contamination, and freight. The scrolling ticker at the top of this page shows live prices and may differ from the snapshot below. 🟢 Market Mood: BULLISHAll tracked metals are higher today. Jump to:Gold — $4,544/oz ▲ Silver — $72.48/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▲ $10,800 · Pt ▲ $1,955 · Pd ▲ $1,427 Copper — $5.53/lb ▲ Aluminum — $1.48/lb ▲ Ste...

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Erie Scrap Metal Auction Guide: Sell Smart in 2026

Erie Scrap Metal Auction Guide: Sell Smart in 2026

· 7 min read

Your Complete Guide to Sell Scrap Metal Erie Residents Trust Looking to sell scrap metal Erie buyers actually want? You're in the right place. Erie's industrial heritage and proximity to Lake Erie create unique opportunities for scrap sellers, but knowing where to start makes all the...

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