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%)
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Protecting Your Scrap Metal Deals: Why Payment Security Matters in 2026 The Canadian scrap metal industry has evolved dramatically in recent years, with digital platforms revolutionizing how buyers and sellers conduct business. Whether you're arranging free scrap car pickup Moncton services or...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 12, 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: BULLISH4 of 8 metals higher (Silver, Platinum & 2 others); 2 lower (Gold, Copper). Jump to:Gold — $5,175/oz ▼ Silver — $86.98/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,500 · Pt ▲ $2,169 · Pd ▲ $1,648 Copper...
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How Small Canadian Recyclers Can Compete with Industry Giants Small recycling operations across Canada face mounting pressure from large-scale competitors who dominate markets with volume discounts and extensive networks. But smart positioning and strategic partnerships can level the playing...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 11, 2026 at 12:00 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: BEARISH1 of 8 metals higher (Aluminum); 5 lower (Gold, Silver & 3 others). Jump to:Gold — $5,180/oz ▼ Silver — $86.25/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $11,650 · Pt ▼ $2,162 · Pd ▼ $1,616 Copper — $5.85...
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Why Photo Verification Matters for Scrap Metal Buyers in Fredericton When Fredericton scrap dealers search for aluminum scrap price today, they often find themselves navigating online marketplaces where trust becomes the biggest challenge. How do you verify that a seller's Grade A aluminum really...
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· SMASH AI · 6 min read
Prices as of March 10, 2026 at 12:00 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: 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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Proudly Sponsoring Canada's Premier Auto Recycling Event SMASH is honoured to announce our role as a Bronze Sponsor of the 2026 OARA Convention & Trade Show, running March 26–28 at the Markham Hilton in Ontario. As a Canadian-rooted platform built for the scrap metal and auto recycling community, this sponsorship reflects a commitment we've held since day one: supporting the people and businesses that keep Canada's recycling industry moving forward. The announcement was shared publicly ...
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Canadian Scrap Metal Market Overview: March 2026 Price Analysis The Canadian scrap metal market enters March 2026 with notable regional variations and evolving pricing dynamics. Across the nation, metal recyclers are witnessing steady demand for key materials, while regional markets like Quebec...
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· SMASH AI · 5 min read
Prices as of March 09, 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: 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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Small Canadian Recyclers Face David vs. Goliath Challenge in 2026 The Canadian scrap metal industry witnessed significant consolidation in 2026, with major players expanding their footprint across British Columbia and beyond. Small recyclers in markets like Abbotsford find themselves competing...
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