Market Data
Material Prices
Daily market prices for raw materials in hardware and metal processing manufacturing.
| Material | Category | Price | Unit | Updated | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum Ingot (A00) | Non-Ferrous Metal | $2,340 | ton | 5/8/2026 | LME |
| Cold-Rolled Steel Sheet | Ferrous Metal | $680 | ton | 5/8/2026 | LME |
| Copper Cathode | Non-Ferrous Metal | $9,150 | ton | 5/8/2026 | LME |
| Gold (XAU) | Precious Metal | $2,340 | oz | 5/8/2026 | LBMA |
| Hot-Rolled Steel Coil | Ferrous Metal | $520 | ton | 5/8/2026 | LME |
| PLATINUM | $2,049.5 | ton | 5/8/2026 | Kitco - Live Metal Prices | |
| Silver (XAG) | Precious Metal | $27.5 | oz | 5/8/2026 | LBMA |
| Stainless Steel 304 | Alloy | $2,100 | ton | 5/8/2026 | SMM |
| Zinc Ingot | Non-Ferrous Metal | $2,680 | ton | 5/8/2026 | LME |
Understanding Raw Material Pricing
Raw material prices in the hardware and metal processing industry are influenced by global supply and demand dynamics, geopolitical events, energy costs, and currency fluctuations. Key materials include steel, aluminum, copper, zinc, and various alloys.
Our price tracker aggregates data from the London Metal Exchange, industry associations, and specialized pricing platforms to provide accurate and timely market information.