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2025 scrap metal market report

RecycleFind published this 2025 copper, aluminum, and steel market report. RecycleFind publishes current yard prices on the scrap-price board.

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What this report covers

Copper

2025 copper scrap grades, EV and grid demand notes, and how yard quotes lag LME.

Current RecycleFind copper prices

Aluminum

2025 aluminum scrap grades, can vs extrusion spreads, and auto sheet demand.

Current RecycleFind aluminum prices

Steel

2025 shredded and HMS ranges, mill demand, and why yards quote by the ton.

Current RecycleFind steel prices

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This report is 2025 analysis. RecycleFind publishes current sampled U.S. yard prices on the scrap-price board.

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Commodity prices since 2019

IMF benchmark data on copper, aluminum, tin, and other raw materials, context for long-run scrap and consumer inflation trends.

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Editorial guidance by David Micheals

Professional scrap-metal recycler with 30+ years of experience.

Prices, regulations, and facility rules can change. Date-sensitive guidance should be confirmed with the cited source or local facility.

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