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Platinum $1,923 USD /oz▲ $7.00 (+0.37%)Palladium $1,344 USD /oz▲ $5.00 (+0.37%)Rhodium $8,700 USD /oz▼ $100.00 (-1.14%)Copper $6.56 USD /lb▲ $0.1675 (+2.62%)Aluminum $1.69 USD /lb▲ $0.0258 (+1.55%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $8.64 USD /lb▲ $0.0794 (+0.93%)Lead $0.9100 USD /lb▲ $0.0106 (+1.18%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▲ $0.0027 (+0.17%)Gold $4,483 USD /oz▼ $59.27 (-1.31%)Silver $74.95 USD /oz▼ $0.3435 (-0.46%)USD/CAD 1.3837▲ $0.0028 (+0.20%)Platinum $1,923 USD /oz▲ $7.00 (+0.37%)Palladium $1,344 USD /oz▲ $5.00 (+0.37%)Rhodium $8,700 USD /oz▼ $100.00 (-1.14%)Copper $6.56 USD /lb▲ $0.1675 (+2.62%)Aluminum $1.69 USD /lb▲ $0.0258 (+1.55%)Steel (Shredded (SHS)) $413.00 USD /mt– $0.0000 (+0.00%)Nickel $8.64 USD /lb▲ $0.0794 (+0.93%)Lead $0.9100 USD /lb▲ $0.0106 (+1.18%)Zinc $1.61 USD /lb▲ $0.0027 (+0.17%)Gold $4,483 USD /oz▼ $59.27 (-1.31%)Silver $74.95 USD /oz▼ $0.3435 (-0.46%)USD/CAD 1.3837▲ $0.0028 (+0.20%)

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 21, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 21, 2026

· SMASH AI · 4 min read

Prices as of April 21, 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: BEARISH3 of 8 metals higher (Palladium, Copper & 1 others); 3 lower (Gold, Silver & 1 others). Jump to:Gold — $4,783/oz ▼ Silver — $78.82/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,150 · Pt ▼ $2,081 · Pd ▲ $...

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Grading Standards Boost Scrap Metal Depot Scarborough

Grading Standards Boost Scrap Metal Depot Scarborough

· 6 min read

Understanding proper scrap metal grading standards can make the difference between maximizing profits and leaving money on the table in Canada's B2B auction marketplace. For sellers working with a scrap metal depot Scarborough location or bidding on auction platforms, accurate grading determines...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 20, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 20, 2026

· SMASH AI · 5 min read

Prices as of April 20, 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: BEARISHAll tracked metals are lower today. Jump to:Gold — $4,809/oz ▼ Silver — $79.52/oz ▼ PGMs — Rh ▸ $10,100 · Pt ▼ $2,073 · Pd ▼ $1,522 Copper — $6.03/lb ▼ Aluminum — $1.61/lb ▼ Stee...

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Winter's Effect on Scrap Car Recycling Victoria Markets

Winter's Effect on Scrap Car Recycling Victoria Markets

· 6 min read

How Canadian Winters Shape Victoria's Scrap Metal Market The rhythmic pulse of Canada's scrap metal industry follows a predictable seasonal pattern, with scrap car recycling Victoria operations experiencing dramatic shifts as winter weather sweeps across British Columbia. Understanding these...

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Moncton Copper Recycling Goes Digital: B2B Platform ROI

Moncton Copper Recycling Goes Digital: B2B Platform ROI

· 6 min read

Digital Transformation Reshaping Canada's Scrap Metal Industry The scrap metal trading landscape in Canada is undergoing a revolutionary transformation, with B2B marketplaces fundamentally changing how recyclers, dealers, and processors conduct business. Traditional phone calls and handshake deals...

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Auto Recycling Winnipeg: Maximize Scrap Value B2B

Auto Recycling Winnipeg: Maximize Scrap Value B2B

· 8 min read

Understanding the Canadian Scrap Metal Market in 2026 Maximizing the value of your scrap metal lots requires strategic planning, proper market timing, and leveraging the right platforms. Whether you're involved in auto recycling Winnipeg operations or managing larger commercial scrap inventories...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 17, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 17, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 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: BULLISH6 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 4 others); 1 lower (Aluminum). Jump to:Gold — $4,811/oz ▲ Silver — $80.05/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▲ $10,000 · Pt ▲ $2,103 · Pd ▲ $1,540 Copper — $6.05...

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Longueuil Catalytic Converter Recycling: Grading Guides

Longueuil Catalytic Converter Recycling: Grading Guides

· 7 min read

Understanding Scrap Metal Grading Standards for Canadian B2B Auction Platforms Accurate scrap metal grading determines the success of your catalytic converter recycling Canada operations and directly impacts your auction results. Canadian B2B scrap metal marketplaces require precise material...

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SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 16, 2026

SMASH Recycling Morning Metals Report – April 16, 2026

· SMASH AI · 6 min read

Prices as of April 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: BULLISH5 of 8 metals higher (Gold, Silver & 3 others); 1 lower (Copper). Jump to:Gold — $4,811/oz ▲ Silver — $79.26/oz ▲ PGMs — Rh ▸ $9,950 · Pt ▲ $2,134 · Pd ▲ $1,562 Copper — $6.07/lb...

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New Westminster Digital Trading Beats Old Scrap Depot

· 6 min read

The Digital Revolution Transforming Canadian Scrap Metal Trading Canadian recyclers are rapidly abandoning traditional phone calls and in-person negotiations for online auction platforms. The shift reflects a broader transformation in how scrap metal depot New Westminster operations and recycling...

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