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 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

The steel scrap market is undergoing a monumental shift as the pull of decarbonization, growing market consolidation and supply shortages propel steel scrap into ‘hot’ commodity status

While demand for stainless scrap remains very weak in the United States, scrap prices for the 300-series grades jumped this week on continued tight supply and a spike in London Metal Exchange nickel prices, with the nickel cash contract at its highest since May

Fastmarkets experts share a unique visual snapshot of the ever-changing global scrap markets in 8 scrap metal price charts

The top 10 copper producers in China are looking to convince the Chinese government to relax copper scrap import standards to improve their secondary production ratio

Imports of aluminium scrap into the United States fell by 9.61% month on month in September, with decreases recorded in all import categories, according to the latest data from the US Department of Commerce

How can we help you?

Our global team of over 200 price reporters provides over 900 proprietary scrap prices

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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