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Platinum $1,613 USD /oz▼ $61.00 (-3.64%)Palladium $1,236 USD /oz▼ $63.00 (-4.85%)Rhodium $8,200 USD /oz▲ $100.00 (+1.23%)Copper $6.29 USD /lb▼ $0.0935 (-1.47%)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 $3,973 USD /oz▼ $85.70 (-2.11%)Silver $55.47 USD /oz▼ $2.36 (-4.07%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)Platinum $1,613 USD /oz▼ $61.00 (-3.64%)Palladium $1,236 USD /oz▼ $63.00 (-4.85%)Rhodium $8,200 USD /oz▲ $100.00 (+1.23%)Copper $6.29 USD /lb▼ $0.0935 (-1.47%)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 $3,973 USD /oz▼ $85.70 (-2.11%)Silver $55.47 USD /oz▼ $2.36 (-4.07%)USD/CAD 1.4038▼ $0.0029 (-0.21%)

SMASH Recycling Blog

Industry insights, auction tips, and scrap metal market news

London Copper Scrap Price Today: Environmental Compliance

London Copper Scrap Price Today: Environmental Compliance

· 7 min read

Environmental Compliance Framework for Canadian Scrap Metal Operations Environmental compliance shapes every aspect of scrap metal recycling in Canada, from how businesses track copper scrap price today to the platforms they use for transactions. Canadian scrap metal companies face increasingly...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 18, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 18, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 18, 2026 at 12:30 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 — $4,898/oz ▼ Silver — $78.16/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,400 · Pt ▼ $2,069 · Pd ▼ $1,549 Copper — $5.70...

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Markham Aluminum Scrap Price Today: Online Trading Benefits

Markham Aluminum Scrap Price Today: Online Trading Benefits

· 7 min read

The Digital Revolution in Scrap Metal Trading The scrap metal industry in Markham is experiencing a fundamental shift. Traditional buyers who once relied solely on phone calls and physical visits are rapidly adopting online platforms to source materials. This transformation isn't just about...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 17, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 17, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 17, 2026 at 12:30 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: MIXED5 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 3 others); 2 lower (Rhodium, Copper). Jump to:Gold — $5,021/oz ▲ Silver — $80.80/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▼ $11,450 · Pt ▲ $2,146 · Pd ▲ $1,607 Copper — ...

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Steel Scrap Price Today Red Deer: Payment Security Tips

Steel Scrap Price Today Red Deer: Payment Security Tips

· 7 min read

Secure Payment Methods Transform B2B Scrap Metal Trading in Red Deer Steel scrap price today might catch your attention, but securing payment in B2B scrap metal transactions determines whether you actually profit from those prices. Red Deer's industrial sector generates substantial scrap volumes,...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 16, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 16, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 16, 2026 at 12:30 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 (Platinum, Palladium & 1 others); 2 lower (Silver, Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $5,021/oz ▼ Silver — $79.70/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,500 · Pt ▲ $2,077 · Pd ▲ $1,542...

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Auction Bidding Wars Sell Scrap Metal Abbotsford Fast

Auction Bidding Wars Sell Scrap Metal Abbotsford Fast

· 8 min read

Why Lot-Based Auctions Transform Scrap Metal Sales in Abbotsford When you need to sell scrap metal Abbotsford businesses have traditionally relied on spot-price selling to local yards. Walk in, get quoted today's rate, take it or leave it. This March 2026, scrap sellers across British Columbia are...

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Lethbridge Compliance Rules Change How to Sell Scrap Car

Lethbridge Compliance Rules Change How to Sell Scrap Car

· 6 min read

Environmental Compliance: A Game-Changer for Canadian Scrap Metal Businesses When Prairie Metal Solutions in Lethbridge faced mounting pressure from Alberta's updated environmental regulations in early 2026, owner Marcus Chen knew his traditional approach to scrap metal trading needed a complete...

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Sell Scrap Metal Near Me Coquitlam: Digital Trading

Sell Scrap Metal Near Me Coquitlam: Digital Trading

· 6 min read

The Digital Revolution in Scrap Metal Trading Scrap metal buyers across Canada are abandoning traditional trading methods for digital platforms. This shift represents more than convenience — it's reshaping how the entire industry operates. Whether you're looking to sell scrap metal near me in...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 13, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – March 13, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of March 13, 2026 at 12:30 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: BEARISH2 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver); 4 lower (Platinum, Palladium & 2 others). Jump to:Gold — $5,107/oz ▲ Silver — $84.11/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,500 · Pt ▼ $2,089 · Pd ▼ $1,591 Cop...

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