Sunshine Global Scrap Market

16/10/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Oct 12–16, 2026
This week highlights precious metals, copper markets, tyre recycling, battery material recovery, recycled aluminum, textile recycling, e-waste, and new developments shaping global recycling supply chains.
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https://www.sunshinescrap.com/industry-news/SUNSHINE-RecycleFlash-Weekly-October-12-16-2026-9483.html
-- held around $4,150/oz as investors assessed safe-haven demand, geopolitical risks in the Middle East, and expectations for U.S. monetary policy.
-- remained above $57/oz as precious metals benefited from renewed safe-haven demand and lower bond yields.
-- climbed toward $6.60/lb as a weaker U.S. dollar and supply disruptions at major Chilean mines supported prices, while demand prospects remained strong across data centers, semiconductors, and battery energy storage.
-- : Aliapur and Infiniteria Europe signed an MoU to develop a long-term tyre supply agreement for two planned recycling plants in France, supporting reliable feedstock for future facilities.
-- : Rhea’s Factory and Niagara Bottling were selected for a U.S. Department of Energy program to validate enzymatic PET recycling under industrial conditions.
-- : Altilium secured follow-on investment from SQM and Marubeni to support its UK battery recycling scale-up and planned commercial refinery in Plymouth.
-- : Novelis and Beiersdorf increased the recycled aluminum content of NIVEA Creme tins to 95%, up from 80% in 2024.
-- & : NEU Battery Materials raised US$7.6 million to scale its LFP battery recycling operations and expand internationally.
-- : Ultium Cells, a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, plans to invest $1 billion in upgrades to its Tennessee facility for future lithium manganese-rich battery production.
-- : Circ and Huafon partnered to develop a multi-phase textile-to-textile recycling facility in China, with initial planned capacity of about 200 metric tons of textile waste per day.
-- : European NGOs called for stronger recycling, reuse and waste-prevention measures as rising sales of electrical and electronic equipment continue to put pressure on e-waste collection and recycling systems.
-- : Denmark launched a three-year action plan focused on textile circularity, including repair, sorting, recycling infrastructure and preparation for upcoming EU requirements.
-- : BIR urged recycling companies to respond to the European Commission’s consultation on the proposed list of non-OECD countries eligible to receive certain non-hazardous waste from the EU, highlighting potential impacts on international scrap trade flows.
🌍 Commentary:
From metals and batteries to tyres, plastics, textiles and e-waste, this week’s developments show how recycling markets are being shaped by supply security, technology, recycled-content demand and evolving regulations.
As global industries continue to seek reliable material sources and stronger circular supply chains, staying informed about market and policy developments is becoming increasingly important.
💬 Which development do you think will have the greatest impact on the recycling industry?
We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!
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10/10/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Oct 5–9, 2026

This week highlights precious metals, aluminum recycling, critical minerals, recycled plastics, and new partnerships advancing sustainable materials and the circular economy.

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https://www.sunshinescrap.com/industry-news/SUNSHINE-RecycleFlash-Weekly-October-5-9-2026-9378.html

-- held near $4,150/oz as investors assessed Middle East developments and the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook.

-- rebounded above $60/oz as oil prices and U.S. Treasury yields retreated.

-- climbed toward $6.60/lb amid supply disruptions in Chile and uncertainty over potential U.S. tariffs.

-- : Yamaha Motor announced plans to adopt recycled aluminum in its DiASil Cylinders across applicable products by 2030.

-- : Nth Cycle and Glencore signed a binding term sheet for a strategic critical minerals partnership with projected offtake value exceeding $1 billion over 10 years.

-- MacroCycle Technologies and Meta partnered to support U.S. recycled PET production through a multi-year environmental attribute certificate agreement.

-- Greif announced plans to exit the coated recycled paperboard market and close its Georgia mill by the end of 2026.

-- LG Chem and Volkswagen Group signed an agreement to explore lightweight, recycled and sustainable automotive materials.

-- : ACE Laboratories and Abdallah Consulting launched Vericarb, an independent certification program designed to verify recovered carbon black quality and performance.

-- Nestlé, PepsiCo and four other major consumer goods companies joined the PaperFlex Consortium to develop paper-based flexible packaging alternatives.

-- Hydro and CHANEL partnered to develop lower-carbon aluminum for beauty packaging, with plans to explore increased recycled content.

-- A U.S. senator introduced legislation to standardize recycled-content claims, while the Aluminum Association launched a campaign supporting domestic aluminum production and recycling.

🌍 Commentary:

From recycled metals and critical minerals to plastics and recovered carbon black, this week's developments highlight the growing importance of material quality, supply-chain collaboration and circular manufacturing.

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28/09/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Sep 21–25, 2026

This week covers precious metals, solar panel recycling, battery recycling, lithium recovery, critical materials, and circular supply chain developments, highlighting how recycling technologies, investments, and partnerships are shaping the future of the global circular economy.

-- Gold and Silver markets remain in focus as precious metals continue to respond to global economic conditions, investor demand, and changing market expectations.

--Solar Panel Recycling advances as Comstock Metals moves its Nevada solar panel recycling facility into continuous operations, supporting the growing need for end-of-life solar material recovery.

--Battery Recycling progresses as GM, Cirba Solutions, and partners complete a closed-loop EV battery recycling pilot, using recovered battery materials to support new battery production.

--Lithium Recycling gains momentum as Bridge Green Upcycle and Hartree Partners establish a long-term partnership focused on recycled lithium carbonate supply and critical mineral recovery.

--Critical Minerals recycling continues to attract attention as companies work to strengthen material recovery systems and build more resilient supply chains.

--Circular Economy initiatives expand through new recycling technologies, closed-loop solutions, and partnerships designed to improve resource efficiency and reduce material waste.

SUNSHINE Commentary:

From precious metals markets and renewable energy recycling to battery materials recovery and circular supply chains, this week’s developments highlight the continued transformation of the global recycling industry.

As demand for critical materials grows, recycling technologies and resource recovery solutions are becoming increasingly important in supporting a more sustainable material future.

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18/09/2026

SUNSHINE Weekly: Sep 14–18, 2026

This week covers metals markets, textile and battery recycling, recycled lithium and aluminum, circular plastics, and evolving waste policies, highlighting how recycling technologies, investment, and policy developments are shaping the global circular economy.

-- and hold gains as lower oil prices, easing inflation concerns and changing U.S. monetary policy expectations influence precious metals markets.

-- holds above $6.55/lb as stronger Chinese demand pushes the Yangshan premium to its highest level since November 2022, while supply and inventory conditions continue to influence the market.

-- advances as Ravel raises $8.2 million to scale its technology for recycling difficult blended textile waste.

-- expands as Porsche produces battery cells using cathode materials made entirely from recycled raw materials, while Blue Whale Materials moves toward expanded U.S. processing capacity.

-- gains momentum as R3 Lithium begins operations to produce lithium carbonate from 100% recycled battery materials in Georgia.

-- continues to expand as Emirates Global Aluminium completes the acquisition of an 80% stake in Italian recycler Eco Green.

-- develops through new recycling initiatives, mill-recyclability guidance and decarbonization strategies aimed at improving collection, recycling and the use of recycled materials.

-- New are shaping the industry as the Philippines launches a National Plastic Action Roadmap, while France moves away from a mandatory plastic bottle deposit system.

Commentary:

From metals markets and advanced recycling technologies to new investments and evolving waste policies, this week highlights the continued transformation of global material supply chains toward greater circularity and resource recovery.

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11/09/2026

SUNSHINE Weekly: Sep 7–11, 2026

This week covers metals markets, rare earth and battery recycling, circular plastics, e-waste recovery, and global scrap trade developments, highlighting how recycling technologies, investment, and evolving policies are reshaping the circular economy.

-- and remain under pressure as changing U.S. rate expectations, higher yields and inflation concerns weigh on precious metals.

-- declines as tariff uncertainty eases, while production challenges and supply constraints continue to influence global markets.

-- falls to a two-month low as Indonesian supply expectations and broader market pressures weigh on prices.

-- advances with a new commercial-scale U.S. facility capable of processing up to 25,000 tonnes of magnet-bearing end-of-life products annually.

-- expands through recycling education initiatives and new research into LFP and sodium-ion battery materials.

-- gains momentum as closed-loop PLA recycling demonstrates the potential to turn mixed plastic waste into virgin-equivalent recycled material.

-- and circular IT solutions continue to grow through equipment collection, refurbishment, data erasure and resource recovery.

-- EU plans broader restrictions on exports to non-OECD countries, potentially reshaping international recycling trade flows.

Commentary:

From metals markets and advanced recycling technologies to changing trade policies, this week highlights the continued transformation of global material supply chains toward greater circularity and resource recovery.

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04/09/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Aug 31–Sep 4, 2026

This week covers precious and base metals, critical mineral recycling, e-waste, battery recycling, solar panel recovery, recycled materials, and circular economy developments, highlighting how technology, policy, and investment continue to shape the global recycling industry.

🔗 Read the full roundup here: https://www.sunshinescrap.com/industry-news/SUNSHINE-RecycleFlash-Weekly-August-31-September-4-2026-9149.html

-- & Remain in Focus as U.S. Rate Expectations Shift
-- Faces Supply Concerns Amid Production Disruptions and Trade Uncertainty
-- US Strategic Metals and Ionic Rare Earths Plan $100M Venture
-- Ericsson Recycles Nearly 5,000 Tonnes of in Saudi Arabia
-- Continental Develops Tire Concept with 43%
-- Ecobat Completes Exit from to Refocus on Lead Recycling
-- China Hongqiao Recognized for Its and Circular Economy Efforts
-- Sweden Develops a Circular Roadmap for
-- Envalior and SECARA Advance Closed-Loop for Automotive Applications
-- U.S. Remains Resilient with Around 45 Million Tons Recycled in 2025
-- Ghana Prepares to Ban Styrofoam Food Containers from January 2027
-- Alberta Introduces New Policy to Strengthen

🌍 SUNSHINE Commentary:

From metals and critical minerals to e-waste, plastics, paper, and solar panels, the recycling industry is moving toward higher-value resource recovery, stronger circular systems, and more advanced recycling technologies.

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29/08/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Aug 24–28, 2026

This week covers metals markets, critical minerals, battery and rare earth recycling, solar panel recovery, circular packaging, and AI-powered recycling technologies, highlighting how investment and innovation are driving the global resource recovery industry.

🔗 Read the full roundup here: https://www.sunshinescrap.com/industry-news/SUNSHINE-RecycleFlash-Weekly-August-24-28-2026-9095.html

-- Holds Near $4,600/oz as Investors Await U.S. Rate Signals
-- Slips Below $69/oz Amid Market Caution
-- Remains Under Pressure from High Inventories and Weak Chinese Demand
-- Cyclic Materials Secures $75M to Expand U.S.
-- New Facilities Expand and in the U.S.
-- U.S. Awards $500M for Critical Minerals and Projects
-- Debate Grows Over Recycled OEM ADAS Components
-- New Recyclable Packaging Solutions Support Circular E-Commerce
-- Mexico Advances Its First Dedicated Plant
-- EverestLabs Launches an Platform for Smarter Recycling Operations
-- APR Bharat Collects 50,000+ PET Bottles to Promote in India

🌍 SUNSHINE Commentary:

From critical minerals and battery materials to solar panels, electronics, and AI-powered sorting, recycling is evolving into a more technology-driven resource recovery ecosystem.

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24/08/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Aug 17–21, 2026
This week covers metals markets, battery recycling, circular packaging, automotive recovery, and green manufacturing, highlighting how innovation and collaboration are accelerating the global recycling industry.
🔗 Read the full roundup here: https://www.sunshinescrap.com/industry-news/SUNSHINE-RecycleFlash-Weekly-August-17-21-2026-9073.html
-- and Continue Rising Amid Market Uncertainty
-- Market Recovers as Global Supply Expectations Shift
-- Indorama Ventures and Partners Launch New Recycling Technology in Thailand
-- BMW Car2Car Project Advances and Material Recovery
-- New Projects Strengthen Critical Mineral Recovery
-- and Circular Packaging Solutions Continue to Expand
-- Greenbrier, SSAB and Alter Trading Advance Closed-Loop
🌍 SUNSHINE Commentary:
From critical metals and battery materials to recycled plastics and green steel, innovation and circular supply chains are reshaping the future of global resource recovery.
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15/08/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: Aug 10–14, 2026
This week cover metals recycling, plastics and textile circularity, and emerging recycling technologies, demonstrating how collaboration between industry, policymakers, and technology providers continues to drive the sector forward.

--EU Packaging Rules Take Effect, Tightening PFAS Limits and Recycling Requirements
--EU Tightens End-of-Life Vehicle Rules to Boost Automotive Circularity
-- steadies around $4,350/oz as investors assess the Fed’s rate outlook and ongoing Middle East tensions
--UBS expects gold to approach $5,000/oz in the first half of 2027, supported by lower real rates, a weaker U.S. dollar and continued central bank demand
-- Steadies After Pulling Back
--Battery Network, Waste Groups Partner to Strengthen Battery Safety and Recovery
--OnePlanet Unveils Solar Panel Recycling Process Recovering High-Purity Silicon and Silver
--ERI and Green Marble Launch Joint Venture to Expand E-Waste Recycling in Vietnam
--BlueScope Starts Electric Arc Furnace Production in New Zealand
--Metsä Group Invests €25 Million in New Fibre Packaging Line in Finland

🌍 Commentary:
From critical metals and EV batteries to solar panels, steel and packaging, regulatory changes and recycling innovation are reshaping global material supply chains.

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UBS Sees Gold Nearing $5,000 by H1 2027—Lower Real Rates and Central Bank Demand Keep the Bullish Case Alive!

27/06/2026

🚀 SUNSHINE Weekly: June 22-26, 2026
This week include expanding solar panel recycling infrastructure, continued investment in renewable energy recycling, and policy initiatives supporting circular economy growth.

--Flexible Plastic Fund Launches FlexCircular to Boost UK Flexible Packaging Recycling
--EU Approves New Circularity Rules for Vehicles Across Entire Lifecycle
-- Set for Sharp Weekly Drop
-- Price Forecasts: XAG/USD Edges Up, Nearing $58 as the US Dollar Takes a Breather
-- Drops to 4-Month Low
--ENCINA and BASF Expand Partnership to Advance Circular Chemicals Production
--SABIC Introduces Recycled-Content LNP ELCRIN Compound for Electronics Applications
--PureCycle, IPL Schoeller Launch Food-Grade Recycled PP Container for Cleveland Kitchen
--Australian Solar Research Centre Secures A$95.4 Million to Extend PV Innovation Program
--Nestlé, Interzero and Partners Launch InFACT to Advance Flexible Plastic Recycling
--TerraCycle Launches Zero Waste Box Recycling Service in South Korea

🌍 Commentary:
This week's developments highlight the growing alignment between policy, infrastructure, and circular innovation. As governments strengthen regulations and companies invest in recycling capacity, the industry is moving beyond waste management toward building resilient, closed-loop supply chains.
From automotive materials to renewable energy equipment, circularity is becoming a key driver of long-term sustainability and resource security.

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Gold Heads for Weekly Decline as Fed Hawkish Outlook and Easing Middle East Supply Risks Pressure Safe-Haven Demand!