Scrap metal market reports

Published market analysis and report archives for copper, aluminum, steel, brass, and stainless.

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Published reports

copper

Copper Scrap Metal Market Report: September 2025

September 2025 delivered a moderately bullish performance for the US copper scrap metal market, with prices climbing steadily throughout the month despite broader economic uncertainties. The market demonstrated notable resilience as domestic supply constraints and Federal Reserve policy expectations provided crucial support to pricing.

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copper

Copper Scrap Metal Market Report: November 2025

November 2025 copper scrap market: year-end inventory adjustments, winter demand patterns, and year-over-year price comparisons shaping the market through Q4.

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brass

Brass Scrap Prices November 2025: Market Report & Price Guide

Current brass scrap prices November 2025: yellow brass $2.75/lb, red brass $3.05/lb. Market analysis for plumbing brass, electrical brass, and automotive brass scrap. Where to sell brass scrap.

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copper

Copper Scrap Metal Market Report: October 2025

Strategic positioning amid supply constraints: October 2025 copper scrap market analysis covering LME pricing shift, EV demand surge, Fed policy impacts, and Q4 outlook.

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steel

Steel Scrap Metal Market Report: September 2025

September 2025 marked a period of cautious stabilization in the US steel scrap market, characterized by persistent pricing pressures amid complex trade dynamics and evolving supply chain challenges.

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aluminum

Aluminum Scrap Metal Market Report: September 2025

Stable but cautious market with tariff-driven dynamics, steady pricing ranges, demand drivers, and Q4 outlook.

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Monthly report archive

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