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Platinum $1,614 USD /oz▼ $60.00 (-3.58%)Palladium $1,237 USD /oz▼ $62.00 (-4.77%)Rhodium $8,100 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.29 USD /lb▼ $0.0955 (-1.50%)Aluminum $1.44 USD /lb▲ $0.0140 (+0.98%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.49 USD /lb▼ $0.0374 (-0.50%)Lead $0.8100 USD /lb▼ $0.0031 (-0.38%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0163 (-1.00%)Gold $3,975 USD /oz▼ $83.90 (-2.07%)Silver $55.54 USD /oz▼ $2.28 (-3.94%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)Platinum $1,614 USD /oz▼ $60.00 (-3.58%)Palladium $1,237 USD /oz▼ $62.00 (-4.77%)Rhodium $8,100 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.29 USD /lb▼ $0.0955 (-1.50%)Aluminum $1.44 USD /lb▲ $0.0140 (+0.98%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.49 USD /lb▼ $0.0374 (-0.50%)Lead $0.8100 USD /lb▼ $0.0031 (-0.38%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▼ $0.0163 (-1.00%)Gold $3,975 USD /oz▼ $83.90 (-2.07%)Silver $55.54 USD /oz▼ $2.28 (-3.94%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 17, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 17, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 17, 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: BULLISH6 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 4 others); 1 lower (Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $4,812/oz ▲ Silver — $80.18/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▲ $10,000 · Pt ▲ $2,103 · Pd ▲ $1,541 Copper — $6.05...

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SMASH Heads to URG 2026: Meet Us at Table 96

· SMASH Admin · 1 min read · Repost from LinkedIn

The SMASH team is excited to announce our participation in the United Recyclers Group (URG) 2026 conference! You can find us at Table 96 where we'll be showcasing how our auction platform is revolutionizing the scrap metal and auto recycling industries.What to Expect at Our BoothStop by Table 96 to discover how SMASH is transforming the way recyclers, buyers, and sellers connect:Live Platform Demo: See our auction system in actionIndustry Insights: Learn about current market trends ...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 16, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 16, 2026

· SMASH AI · 5 min read

Prices as of April 16, 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 — $4,811/oz ▲ Silver — $79.26/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $9,950 · Pt ▲ $2,132 · Pd ▲ $1,563 Copper — $6.08/lb ▲ Aluminum — $1.65/lb ▲ Stee...

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Gary Industrial Scrap Metal Auction Online Prep Guide

Gary Industrial Scrap Metal Auction Online Prep Guide

· 5 min read

How to Prepare Industrial Scrap Metal for Online Auction Success The rise of scrap metal auction online platforms has transformed how businesses sell industrial recyclables across the United States. Rather than settling for local yard prices, companies in Gary, Indiana and beyond now access...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 15, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 15, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 15, 2026 at 04:27 AM 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: MIXED3 of 8 metals higher (Silver, Platinum & 1 others); 2 lower (Gold, Palladium). Jump to:Gold — $4,826/oz ▼ Silver — $79.85/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $9,950 · Pt ▲ $2,112 · Pd ▼ $1,567 Copper...

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Online Scrap Metal Trading Akron: Cash In Fast 2026

Online Scrap Metal Trading Akron: Cash In Fast 2026

· 8 min read

Your Complete Guide to Sell Scrap Metal Akron Successfully Ready to turn your scrap metal into cash in Akron, Ohio? The Steel City's industrial heritage makes it a prime location for scrap metal trading, with numerous opportunities for both individual sellers and businesses. Whether you're...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 14, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 14, 2026

· SMASH AI · 5 min read

Prices as of April 14, 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: MIXED4 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 2 others); 3 lower (Palladium, Rhodium & 1 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,765/oz ▲ Silver — $77.46/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▼ $9,950 · Pt ▲ $2,068 · Pd ▼ $1,...

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El Paso Scrap Metal Auction Online: Monday Trends 4/13

El Paso Scrap Metal Auction Online: Monday Trends 4/13

· 7 min read

Monday Market Report: Scrap Metal Auction Online Trends for April 13, 2026 The scrap metal auction online landscape opens this Monday with mixed signals as commodity markets navigate inflation concerns and supply chain adjustments. Industrial scrap metal buyers in El Paso are watching copper...

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