Chicago’s September scrap market is holding steady, with prime grades supported by tight supply while mill outages, tariffs, and nickel remain key factors to watch.

August’s scrap market remains split: prime grades are steady, obsolete grades are softer, and non-ferrous markets are mixed.

July's scrap market delivered mixed signals as prime grades remained firm while Heavy Melt softened. Get the latest ferrous and non-ferrous market insights from BL Duke.

June’s scrap market held its ground. See how strong steel production, freight costs, and seasonal supply trends shaped ferrous and non-ferrous pricing this month.

Delayed settlements and stronger prime grades shaped May’s scrap market as obsolete pricing stabilized. Strong HRC pricing and export demand continue supporting the market.

Chicago scrap prices: Prime grades steady, obsolete down $20. Aluminum strengthens, copper stabilizes, and stainless remains soft in April market update.

Chicago scrap prices hold steady in March while aluminum rises, stainless firms, and copper remains elevated amid shifting global supply conditions.

February 2026 scrap prices climbed across Chicago, with ferrous up $30 per ton as winter tightened supply. Copper surged nearly 40% on strong U.S. demand and tariff concerns, while aluminum and stainless posted steady gains amid export strength.