Platinum $1,819 USD /oz▼ $28.00 (-1.52%)Palladium $1,405 USD /oz▲ $67.00 (+5.01%)Rhodium $8,850 USD /oz▲ $25.00 (+0.28%)Copper $6.64 USD /lb▼ $0.0520 (-0.78%)Aluminum $1.47 USD /lb▲ $0.0041 (+0.28%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.64 USD /lb▲ $0.0862 (+1.14%)Lead $0.8500 USD /lb▲ $0.0030 (+0.35%)Zinc $1.85 USD /lb▼ $0.0168 (-0.90%)Gold $4,454 USD /oz▼ $152.30 (-3.31%)Silver $66.39 USD /oz▼ $2.98 (-4.30%)USD/CAD 1.3888▲ $0.0012 (+0.09%)Platinum $1,819 USD /oz▼ $28.00 (-1.52%)Palladium $1,405 USD /oz▲ $67.00 (+5.01%)Rhodium $8,850 USD /oz▲ $25.00 (+0.28%)Copper $6.64 USD /lb▼ $0.0520 (-0.78%)Aluminum $1.47 USD /lb▲ $0.0041 (+0.28%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $7.64 USD /lb▲ $0.0862 (+1.14%)Lead $0.8500 USD /lb▲ $0.0030 (+0.35%)Zinc $1.85 USD /lb▼ $0.0168 (-0.90%)Gold $4,454 USD /oz▼ $152.30 (-3.31%)Silver $66.39 USD /oz▼ $2.98 (-4.30%)USD/CAD 1.3888▲ $0.0012 (+0.09%)
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# How to Identify Rhodium in Catalytic Converters: A Complete Guide for Newark Scrappers The rhodium price has reached unprecedented levels in 2026, making it one of the most valuable precious metals in catalytic converters. For scrap dealers and recyclers in Newark, knowing how to identify...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 11, 2026 at 12:01 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 — $5,180/oz ▼ Silver — $86.19/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,650 · Pt ▼ $2,160 · Pd ▼ $1,616 Copper — $5.85...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 10, 2026 at 12:01 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: BULLISHGold & Silver +3 higher; Aluminum lower. Jump to:Gold — $5,177/oz ▲ Silver — $88.35/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,650 · Pt ▲ $2,197 · Pd ▲ $1,673 Copper — $5.90/lb ▲ Aluminum — $1.52/lb ▼...
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Monday Market Report: Scrap Metal Prices Show Mixed Signals This Week The scrap metal markets open Monday, March 09, 2026 with cautious optimism despite broader economic uncertainties. Sellers seeking free scrap car pickup Los Angeles should pay attention to several key trends affecting local...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 09, 2026 at 01:01 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: BEARISHPalladium higher; Gold & Silver +3 lower. Jump to:Gold — $5,098/oz ▼ Silver — $83.69/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▲ $11,650 · Pt ▼ $2,135 · Pd ▲ $1,614 Copper — $5.76/lb ▼ Aluminum — $1.53/lb ...
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Weekly Scrap Metal Market Roundup: March 8, 2026 The scrap metal markets wrapped up another volatile week with copper scrap prices showing resilience despite broader economic uncertainties. Industrial demand continues driving pricing trends across California markets, with San Jose scrapyards...
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From Chaos to Cash: How a Dearborn Fabricator Transformed Their Scrap Metal Inventory Management Marcus Rivera never imagined that a cluttered back lot behind his metal fabrication shop would become his biggest headache in 2026. The 15-year owner of Rivera Custom Works in Dearborn, Michigan, had...
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5 Best Options for Free Scrap Car Pickup Chicago: Complete Guide for 2024 Getting rid of that old clunker in your driveway doesn't have to cost you money or stress. Chicago residents have multiple options for free scrap car pickup Chicago services that actually pay you for your vehicle. With scrap...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 06, 2026 at 01:00 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: MIXEDSilver & Palladium +1 higher; Gold & Copper lower. Jump to:Gold — $5,078/oz ▼ Silver — $82.38/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,450 · Pt ▸ $2,131 · Pd ▲ $1,622 Copper — $5.80/lb ▼ Aluminum — $1...
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# Detroit Scrap Industry Braces for New EPA Emissions Standards as Market Dynamics Shift The scrap metal recycling landscape faces significant regulatory changes this week as new federal emissions standards take effect, directly impacting **scrap car removal Detroit** operations and recycling...
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