Metal & Recycling News

U.S. Raw Steel Output Sees Modest Weekly Increase, Solid YoY Growth

The year-to-date capability utilization rate also improved to 77.7%, compared with 76.1% in 2025.

North American Copper Scrap Prices Dip Slightly on the Index- April 20, 2026

Copper Transformer Scrap prices were flat over the prior day.

Nova Scotia’s forestry sector turns over a new leaf

The 750,000 tonnes of biomass required annually for the project will need to meet strict sustainability criteria so the SAF can be exported to the EU market.

Resolution Copper Completes Land Exchange With USFS

These activities will take place in parallel with ongoing collaboration with local communities and Native American Tribes as well as state-level permitting.

The rising e-waste crisis in the age of AI and data centres

At the same time, technological innovation can be harnessed to address the issue.

Risk of Fresh US-Iran Conflict Hits Comex Gold and Silver Bulls

Gold priced in Euros and UK Pounds also dropped Monday, down as much as 1.7% to €4036 and £3514 per ounce respectively after reaching 7-session highs last Friday.

Mexico eyes early trade deal on steel, aluminum, autos ahead of USMCA

Sheinbaum spoke at a morning ​press conference as U.S. Trade Representative ⁠Jamieson Greer visits Mexico for talks.

New Study: U.S. Lumber Demand to See Steady Decline on Weak Housing

The findings show that U.S. housing starts averaged 1.3 million units annually during the study period, peaking above 2 million units in 2005 before dropping sharply to nearly 0.54 million in 2010.

UNDP Launches Initiative to Tackle Plastic Pollution in Caspian Sea

Funded by the Russian Federation, the project will be implemented across Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan through October 2027.

International Paper to Acquire NORPAC, Expands U.S. Containerboard Capacity

He emphasized the benefits of NORPAC’s strong customer base and operational capabilities.

Century Aluminum Expands Mt. Holly Output, Boosts U.S. Capacity

The expansion has already generated more than 125 well-paying jobs in the region, reinforcing the company’s position as the largest producer of primary aluminum in the United States.

North American Scrap Prices Reflect Uneven Market Trends on the Index- April 17, 2026

The prices of Scrap Electric Motors, Starters, Sealed units, and Xmas Lights were unmoved from the previous day’s price levels.

Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Show Mixed Trends on the Index – April 17, 2026

The price of #2 Copper Wire and Tubing also edged lower by CNY 300 per MT.

China’s Housing Data Signals Deeper Cracks in Global Timber Trade

China Customs data puts 2025 softwood lumber imports at 14.6 million cubic metres, with Russia alone accounting for more than 70 per cent of the volumes arriving at Chinese ports.

Copper powers record exploration in B.C.

While not as extraordinary, copper prices surged roughly 41% to end 2025 at around $5.70/lb.

Massachusetts Senate advances single-use plastic bag ban, adds $0.10 paper fee

The bill, House Bill H.1019, now faces additional procedural steps before it can reach the governor’s desk.

Gold falls on stronger dollar amid renewed US-Iran tensions

Tehran said it would not participate in a second round of negotiations that the ​U.S. had hoped to ​kick off before ⁠the ceasefire expires on Tuesday.

Cleveland-Cliffs earnings on deck as steel prices, costs collide

The other key focus is the potential POSCO partnership.

North American Scrap Metals Show Diverging Price Trends on the Index- April 16, 2026

Aluminum Radiators prices were up by $0.01 per Lb on the Index.

Chinese Scrap Metal Prices Rise Sharply Across Major Grades on the Index– April 16, 2026

Copper scrap prices saw broad-based gains on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Precious Metal Scrap Prices: Weekly Market Report (April 10-16, 2026)

Meanwhile, 9-carat scrap also posted a modest week-on-week rise of 1.27%, underscoring a generally firm trend across segments.

Scrap Metal Prices: Weekly Market Report- April 10-16, 2026

Copper led the market with gains of up to ¢20 across key grades

West Fraser to record $73M softwood lumber duty charge

West Fraser said it expects to receive a $15 million refund in 2026 related to anti-dumping duty liquidation for exports between August 2017 and December 2017.

Ten EU nations surpass plastics recycling goal years ahead of target

In 2022, 22,900 tonnes of plastic-containing fishing gear were placed on the market in the EU, with about a third collected as waste.

EU Proposes 180 More Products Under CBAM, Stricter Rules For Exports

These proposals could sharply increase carbon tax costs on Indian manufactured exports to Europe.