Metal & Recycling News

Scrap Metal Prices: Weekly Market Report- February 27-March 5, 2026

Most copper grades experienced slight week-on-week declines, with #3 Copper–Light Copper scrap posting the steepest drop of 4.09% compared to the previous week.

North American Scrap Metal Prices See Widespread Declines on the Index- March 5, 2026

The prices of Old Cast and UBC dipped by $0.01 per Lb over the previous day.

Chinese Scrap Metals See Varied Price Movements on the Index– March 5, 2026

#1 Insulated Copper Wire 85% Recovery prices were down by CNY 250 per MT.

Precious Metal Scrap Prices: Weekly Market Report (February 27- March 5, 2026)

In the meantime, hallmarked and non-hallmarked silver prices were up slightly up upon comparison with the previous week’s prices.

Canada's Canfor reports Q4 operating loss due to lumber tariffs

Canfor anticipates continued uncertainty in North American lumber markets through 2026.

What is the Impact of the US December Copper Import Surge?

Despite this, the stockpile is not a sustainable answer to its demand. At present, only 5% of global mined copper production takes place in the USA. 

IFC Launches Initiative to Boost Plastic Circular Economy in Latin America

In May 2025, IFC introduced the Harmonized Circular Economy Finance Guidelines at the World Circular Economy Forum in Brazil.

Are gold ETFs worth investing in right now?

Gold ETFs do have an important limitation, though: Investors don't own physical gold when they buy shares.

Flacks Group 'ready to bid' for Thyssenkrupp steel business if current sale talks fail

Shares in Thyssenkrupp ​turned positive on ​the news ⁠and were up as much as 2.2%.

U.S. Steel Industry Shows Positive Start in 2026 with Higher Shipments

A breakdown of product categories shows mixed performance compared with the same month last year.

Smurfit Westrock Bolsters Ecuador Operations Through Cartomanabí Acquisition

Founded in 2020, Cartomanabí operates a corrugated packaging facility with an annual production capacity exceeding 50,000 tonnes.

SSR Mining to Divest 80% of Çopler Gold Mine to Cengiz Holding in $1.5B Deal

SSR Mining added that it is also reviewing its remaining assets in Turkey, including its 20% earned interest in the Hod Maden Project development project.

Alcoa Appoints Emily Olson as Executive VP and Chief External Affairs Officer

Alcoa Corporation announced that Emily Olson will join the company as Executive Vice President and Chief External Affairs Officer starting April 6, 2026.

Chinese Scrap Metal Market Shows Mixed Price Direction on the Index – March 4, 2026

316 SS Solid prices edged higher by CNY 150 per MT.

North American Copper and Aluminum Scrap Prices Edge Higher on the Index- March 4, 2026

Mixed Aluminum Turnings prices also edged higher by $0.01 per Lb.

Surge in copper wire thefts costs Long Beach hundreds of thousands in repairs

According to a report by The Guardian, copper prices surged 35% in 2025 due to fears of a potential shortage of the metal. 

Law firm Bowmans warns scrap metal dealers

Depending on the findings, Irvine said it may be possible to qualify for immunity from prosecution in terms of the Commission’s Corporate Leniency Policy.

Most Canadians replace electronics before they break, survey finds

Canadian consumers reportedly use their electronics for as long as or even longer than consumers in most other higher-income countries.

Gold gains on safe-haven demand, softer dollar

Investors now await the weekly U.S. jobless claims data due later in the day and the U.S. employment report for February on Friday.

Middle East tensions delay EU steel imports

The uncertain geopolitical situation is likely to negatively influence steel demand in the EU, sources said.

Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Rattle Global Steel Trade, Freight Rates Spike

Several Chinese steel exporters have halted new offers to regional buyers as freight rates surge and insurers withdraw cargo coverage.

CalRecycle Releases 2026 Plan to Advance SB 54 Plastic Reduction Mandates

SB 54 sets binding plastic reduction and recycling performance goals over the next decade, requiring producers to lower plastic volumes while improving recyclability and reuse rates.

Central Bank Gold Buying Slows Sharply in January 2026

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan led monthly purchases, adding 9 tonnes and extending its buying streak that began in October.

U.S. Raw Steel Production Rises; Mill Utilization Stays Above 78%

The figures indicate stable operating conditions across U.S. steel mills, with utilization rates holding above 78% for consecutive weeks.

China Scrap Metal Prices Show Mixed Performance on the Index – March 3, 2026

Copper Transformer and Cu Yokes scrap prices were down by CNY 100 per MT each on the Index.