Argus Scrap Markets
Overview
Argus Scrap Markets delivers independent pricing, expert analysis and strategic insights across the global scrap market, covering both ferrous and non-ferrous scrap. Our service helps recyclers, traders, steel producers and industrial manufacturers make confident decisions in fast-changing conditions. With robust coverage of non-ferrous scrap metal prices, scrap steel prices, specialty scrap prices and localised assessments worldwide, Argus provides clarity and transparency in one of the most dynamic sectors of the metals industry.
Argus offers comprehensive and detailed coverage of both ferrous and non-ferrous scrap markets, with over 1,000 prices assessed by a global network of highly skilled market experts. Our strength lies in creating methodologies tailored to the trading dynamics of specific spot markets and providing mechanisms for valuing prime and obsolete scrap, ensuring every price reflects true market fundamentals and real trading activity. Our wide range of European, Middle Eastern, Asia-Pacific and North American scrap prices deliver a truly global service for the scrap and smelting industry.
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Why leading companies choose Argus
Participants in the scrap industry, as well as manufacturers that generate scrap, rely on Argus’ extensive price data as an independent contract settlement mechanism, ensuring fair and transparent transactions in both domestic and international markets. By referencing Argus benchmarks, companies standardise pricing, reduce disputes and build trust with their trading partners.
Localised coverage and robust methodologies make Argus the preferred choice for businesses seeking reliable scrap metal prices and scrap steel prices. With Argus, stakeholders gain confidence that every price reflects authentic market conditions and actual trading dynamics, supporting smarter raw material procurement, effective risk management and strategic planning in a complex global scrap market.
Key features
Independent pricing
Argus provides unbiased, market-reflective price assessments for ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, trusted globally for contracts and trade.
Localised coverage
Access regional scrap metal and scrap steel prices for hundreds of grades worldwide, supported by expert commentary.
Global benchmarks
Argus indexes are recognised internationally as reliable references for scrap pricing, ensuring transparency and consistency.
Daily market intelligence
Stay informed with current scrap pricing, supply-demand trends and insights on cost pressures.
Transparent methodology
Our industry-tested methodologies ensure every price reflects authentic trading dynamics and real market fundamentals.
Risk management tools
Use contextual data and analytics to support smarter procurement, hedging strategies and long-term planning.
Customers that benefit
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Manufacturers and service centres
Manufacturers and service centres generating ferrous and non ferrous scrap through their production and processing operations use Argus benchmarks to index the scrap they sell to recyclers, giving them confidence that they are receiving fair, transparent market value. Access to reliable price assessments also helps them better understand how their material is valued in the wider scrap market, supporting stronger margins and more informed commercial decisions.
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Scrap processors
Scrap processors rely on Argus’ ferrous and non-ferrous scrap price assessments as a trusted mechanism for contract settlement and indexation with counterparties. Daily market news and pricing updates provide critical insights into regional dynamics, helping processors negotiate effectively, manage risk and optimise their purchasing strategies.
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Steel mill buyers
Steel mill buyers and their scrapyard suppliers reference Argus Scrap Markets in settlement pricing for delivered scrap. Argus regional supply-demand intelligence informs short and medium-term procurement strategies, helping mills to secure consistent, specification appropriate scrap at competitive prices.
Product specifications
Argus Scrap Markets gives you access to market-leading and independently assessed prices, news and analysis across the global markets, accessible via a client portal, customisable alerts, a daily PDF report and a variety of downloadable data files.
Key price assessments
Argus ferrous and non ferrous scrap price assessments are recognised by the market as trusted and reliable indicators of real market value. Our global scrap prices are published at frequencies that reflect true market liquidity, helping users track meaningful price movements with confidence. Explore some of the most widely used and relevant benchmarks that shape decision making across the global scrap value chain, including aluminum scrap and steel scrap.