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Platinum $1,613 USD /oz▼ $61.00 (-3.64%)Palladium $1,231 USD /oz▼ $68.00 (-5.23%)Rhodium $8,100 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.28 USD /lb▼ $0.0990 (-1.55%)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▼ $83.60 (-2.06%)Silver $55.53 USD /oz▼ $2.29 (-3.97%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)Platinum $1,613 USD /oz▼ $61.00 (-3.64%)Palladium $1,231 USD /oz▼ $68.00 (-5.23%)Rhodium $8,100 USD /oz– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Copper $6.28 USD /lb▼ $0.0990 (-1.55%)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▼ $83.60 (-2.06%)Silver $55.53 USD /oz▼ $2.29 (-3.97%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 13, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 13, 2026

· SMASH AI · 5 min read

Prices as of April 13, 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: BEARISH3 of 8 metals higher (Palladium, Copper & 1 others); 4 lower (Gold, Silver & 2 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,713/oz ▼ Silver — $73.91/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▼ $10,000 · Pt ▼ $2,020 · Pd ▲ $...

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Erie Scrap Metal Pricing: Weekly Market Analysis 4/12

Erie Scrap Metal Pricing: Weekly Market Analysis 4/12

· 6 min read

Scrap Metal Market Roundup: Week Ending April 12, 2026 The week ending April 12, 2026 delivered mixed signals for scrap metal sellers across Pennsylvania and nationwide. While geopolitical tensions created volatility in precious metals, the industrial recycling sector saw significant consolidation...

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Austin Scrap Metal: Maria's $3,200 SMASH Success Story

Austin Scrap Metal: Maria's $3,200 SMASH Success Story

· 6 min read

How Maria Found the Best Price for Scrap Metal Austin Through SMASH Maria Gonzalez runs a small construction company in East Austin, Texas. After completing a major renovation project in March 2026, she faced a common dilemma: what to do with nearly 2,000 pounds of mixed scrap metal sitting in her...

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Raleigh B2B Scrap Metal Marketplace: 5 Profit Maximizers

Raleigh B2B Scrap Metal Marketplace: 5 Profit Maximizers

· 6 min read

5 Best Ways to Maximize Profits in Today's B2B Scrap Metal Marketplace The scrap metal industry continues evolving rapidly in 2026, with new technologies and platforms transforming how recyclers and dealers connect. Whether you're operating in Raleigh, North Carolina, or anywhere across the United...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 10, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 10, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 10, 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: BULLISH3 of 8 metals higher (Silver, Copper & 1 others); 3 lower (Gold, Platinum & 1 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,761/oz ▼ Silver — $76.08/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,200 · Pt ▼ $2,069 · Pd ▼ $1...

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Fort Wayne Scrap Metal Industry Trends: 2026 Bearish Turn

Fort Wayne Scrap Metal Industry Trends: 2026 Bearish Turn

· 7 min read

Steel Scrap Market Outlook Shifts as 2026 Forecasts Turn Bearish The scrap metal industry trends took a notable turn this week as IndexBox revised their steel scrap forecast downward for 2050, citing significant regional supply shifts that could reshape North American markets. This adjustment...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 9, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 9, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 09, 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); 2 lower (Copper, Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $4,738/oz ▲ Silver — $74.20/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,200 · Pt ▲ $2,043 · Pd ▲ $1,561 Copper —...

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Copper Grading Guide: Boost Scrap Metal Prices Toda — Apr 08

Copper Grading Guide: Boost Scrap Metal Prices Toda — Apr 08

· 6 min read

How to Identify and Sort Different Copper Grades for Maximum Profit Understanding copper grades makes the difference between earning pennies and getting premium scrap metal prices today. With copper commanding some of the highest rates in the recycling market, proper identification and sorting can...

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Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 8, 2026

Smash Scrap Morning Metals Report – April 8, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 08, 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: BULLISH5 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 3 others); 1 lower (Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $4,781/oz ▲ Silver — $76.99/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,100 · Pt ▲ $2,069 · Pd ▲ $1,583 Copper — $5.76...

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Steel Scrap Price Today Minneapolis: Complete Selling Guide

Steel Scrap Price Today Minneapolis: Complete Selling Guide

· 6 min read

Your Complete Guide to Selling Scrap Metal in Minneapolis Minneapolis scrap sellers face unique opportunities in 2026's competitive metals market. The Twin Cities region hosts numerous manufacturing facilities, construction projects, and industrial operations that generate valuable scrap materials...

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