Scrap prices and metals recycling

Pricing transparency for metals recycling and global scrap markets in the circular economy

Welcome to Fastmarkets metals recycling 

The world of metals is evolving, and so are we. What you’ve known as our scrap and secondary pillar is now rebranded as metals recycling – a name that better reflects the dynamic, technology-driven industry it represents today. This change underscores our commitment to staying ahead of industry trends and supporting a sector that’s critical to the circular economy and sustainable supply chains. 

Metals recycling is no longer just about scrap. It’s a process that plays a vital role in global sustainability efforts.  

  • Sustainability: Recycling metals uses significantly less energy than mining virgin ore, reducing emissions and environmental impact 
  • Strengthening supply chains: Recycling metals provides a reliable, sustainable source of materials for manufacturing, construction, electronics and more 
  • Circular economy goals: Metals recycling is at the forefront, driving innovation and reducing waste 

While the name has evolved, our trusted methodologies, pricing processes and benchmarks remain unchanged. Fastmarkets continues to deliver the same reliable data, analysis and insights that you’ve come to depend on. Our market reflective price data, news and forecasts combine the commodity intelligence of familiar names like Metal Bulletin, American Metal Market, Scrap Price Bulletin and Industrial Minerals. 

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What’s happening in the scrap and secondary metals recycling markets?

Scrap and secondary metals recycling markets are in a state of flux. Our expertise spans a wide range of recycled materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, ensuring you have the information you need to make informed decisions. 

The US domestic ferrous scrap trade has kicked off with higher offers across the board, but market participants indicated that negotiations have turned rocky in some regions, with some sellers holding out for bigger increases

Associations representing both metal recyclers and steelmakers in Europe were not satisfied by the result of a vote by the Environment Committee (ENVI) of the European Parliament this week on the proposed revision to the Waste Shipment Regulations (WSR)

Brazil-based Gerdau will invest up to 1.5 billion Reais ($277 million) in solar and wind power projects by acquiring a third of energy generation and commercialization company Newave Energia, advancing its decarbonization goals, the steelmaker said on Friday November 25

Luxembourg-based recycler Befesa’s facility in Mooresboro, North Carolina, is the first in the world to manufacture special high-grade (SHG) zinc solely from recycled zinc

To achieve a decarbonized steel industry by 2050 and meet consumer demand for “green” steel products, an international group of steelmakers has urged the United States and EU to adopt a global emission standard to support the transition to low-emission steel

The global trade for metals shipped in containers is being constrained by weak demand despite lower freight costs and higher availability of boxes compared with earlier in the year, sources have told Fastmarkets

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Delivered to you as the markets are changing from reporters embedded in the global scrap and secondary markets

With an over 90% accuracy rating, our forecasting helps you understand what’s next for the scrap and secondary market

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Market report

This report brings together a wide range of opinions from US scrap industry participants and delves into the expectations for the market in the upcoming month, providing a deep dive into price movements and market dynamics by region, market side and more.

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