Recycling Markets

Scrap commodity prices took a nice step forward this month.  Almost every grade moved up, especially mixed paper. 

There is some speculation in the scrap industry that the coming holidays (Memorial and Fourth of July) are increasing demand, and the harsh weather in Texas and Oklahoma has limited domestic supply.  

Not much happening in OCC markets, but we saw some improvements in other recyclable commodities and comingle prices this month. 

Main factors include a softening dollar, increased demand for sorted mixed papers in the export markets, and some improvements in plastic grades. 

Not sure if it will last, but good to see some improvement.  We can use the help these days.