AMU Survey: UBC expectations fragment as scrap signals stabilized

Indicators from December’s survey results related to scrap supply and inventory management suggest steadier conditions, while expectations for used beverage can (UBC) pricing and the Midwest premium highlight ongoing debate around near-term price direction.

These responses highlight the challenge of interpretating price signals in a market shaped by both physical availability and benchmark-linked pricing dynamics.

Nicholas Bell

Nicholas brings over half a decade of experience covering metals markets, pricing trends, and supply chain dynamics. Prior to joining AMU, he reported on aluminum, high-temperature scrap, and ferro-alloy markets at Argus Media, with additional coverage of minor metals and rare earths. His work has built deep expertise in North American metals pricing and trade flows. A native of Houston, Nicholas holds a bachelor’s degree in Media Production and an MBA with a concentration in Finance, both from the University of Houston.

Nicholas Bell

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