Access Palladium Ask (XPD-ASK) prices via this API

Access Palladium Ask (XPD-ASK) Prices via this API

In the ever-evolving landscape of precious metals trading, staying updated with real-time prices is crucial for investors, manufacturers, and developers alike. The Palladium (XPD) market is particularly dynamic, driven by innovations in automotive technology, environmental solutions, and smart manufacturing processes. To facilitate access to this vital information, the Metals-API provides a robust solution for retrieving Palladium prices and other related data through its comprehensive API.

About Palladium (XPD)

Palladium is a precious metal that has gained significant traction in recent years, primarily due to its critical role in catalytic converters for automobiles. As automotive technology continues to innovate, the demand for Palladium has surged, making it an essential component in reducing harmful emissions. Furthermore, the environmental solutions sector has recognized Palladium's potential in various applications, including electronics and hydrogen fuel cells.

In addition to its industrial applications, Palladium is also becoming increasingly integrated into digital supply chains and smart manufacturing processes. The ability to track and manage Palladium prices in real-time can empower businesses to optimize their operations and make informed decisions. This is where the Metals-API comes into play, offering developers the tools they need to build next-generation applications that leverage real-time metals data.

API Description

The Metals-API is designed to provide developers with seamless access to real-time and historical data for various metals, including Palladium. This API is not just a data source; it is a transformative tool that enables the creation of innovative applications in finance, manufacturing, and environmental management. By utilizing the Metals-API Documentation, developers can explore the full range of capabilities offered by this powerful API.

With the Metals-API, users can access a variety of endpoints that cater to different needs, such as retrieving the latest rates, historical data, and even bid and ask prices. This flexibility allows for a wide range of applications, from simple price tracking to complex financial modeling and analysis.

Key Features and Endpoints

The Metals-API offers several key features that enhance its usability and functionality:

• Latest Rates Endpoint: Depending on your subscription plan, this endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for Palladium and other metals, updated every 60 minutes, every 10 minutes, or even more frequently. This ensures that users have access to the most current market information.
• Historical Rates Endpoint: Users can access historical rates for Palladium dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to the API request, developers can retrieve past pricing data, which is invaluable for trend analysis and forecasting.
• Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature allows users to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for Palladium. Understanding the spread between these prices is crucial for traders looking to execute timely transactions.
• Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion feature that enables users to convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for businesses operating in multiple currencies.
• Time-Series Endpoint: This endpoint allows users to query the API for daily historical rates between two specified dates. This feature is essential for analyzing price movements over time and making informed investment decisions.
• Fluctuation Endpoint: Users can track how Palladium prices fluctuate between two dates, providing insights into market volatility and trends.
• Carat Endpoint: This endpoint provides information about Gold rates by Carat, which can be useful for businesses dealing with multiple precious metals.
• Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Users can query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for Palladium over a specified period, aiding in market analysis.
• Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: This endpoint provides detailed pricing data, including open, high, low, and close prices for Palladium, which is essential for traders and analysts.
• Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, allowing for comprehensive analysis of market trends.
• API Key: Each user is provided with a unique API key that must be included in API requests to authenticate and authorize access.
• API Response: The Metals-API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data interpretation.
• Available Endpoints: The API offers a constantly updated list of available endpoints, ensuring users have access to the latest features and functionalities.
• Supported Symbols Endpoint: This endpoint provides a comprehensive list of all supported metal symbols, including Palladium, which can be found on the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.
• Gold Price India Endpoint: Retrieve the latest gold price in India using the dedicated endpoint, which can be useful for businesses operating in the Indian market.
• News Endpoint: Stay updated with the latest news articles related to various metals, including Palladium, to keep abreast of market developments.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

To illustrate the functionality of the Metals-API, here are some example responses for various endpoints:

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747026017,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-12",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815,
        "XPT": 0.000912,
        "XPD": 0.000744,
        "XCU": 0.294118,
        "XAL": 0.434783,
        "XNI": 0.142857,
        "XZN": 0.344828
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response indicates that the current price of Palladium (XPD) is 0.000744 per troy ounce, providing a snapshot of the market at a specific time.

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1746939617,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-11",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This example shows historical rates for Palladium, allowing users to analyze past pricing trends and make informed decisions based on historical data.

Time-series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-05-05",
    "end_date": "2025-05-12",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-05-05": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-05-07": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-05-12": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response provides a time-series view of Palladium prices, enabling users to visualize trends over a specified period.

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1747026017,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Using the Convert Endpoint, users can easily convert amounts between different metals, facilitating transactions and financial planning.

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-05-05",
    "end_date": "2025-05-12",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "start_rate": 0.000485,
            "end_rate": 0.000482,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.62
        },
        "XAG": {
            "start_rate": 0.03825,
            "end_rate": 0.03815,
            "change": -0.0001,
            "change_pct": -0.26
        },
        "XPT": {
            "start_rate": 0.000915,
            "end_rate": 0.000912,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.33
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This endpoint allows users to track fluctuations in Palladium prices, providing insights into market behavior and volatility.

OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Price Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747026017,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-12",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "open": 0.000485,
            "high": 0.000487,
            "low": 0.000481,
            "close": 0.000482
        },
        "XAG": {
            "open": 0.03825,
            "high": 0.0383,
            "low": 0.0381,
            "close": 0.03815
        },
        "XPT": {
            "open": 0.000915,
            "high": 0.000918,
            "low": 0.00091,
            "close": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

This response provides a comprehensive view of the price movements for Palladium, essential for traders looking to analyze market trends.

Bid/Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1747026017,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-12",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "bid": 0.000481,
            "ask": 0.000483,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        },
        "XAG": {
            "bid": 0.0381,
            "ask": 0.0382,
            "spread": 0.0001
        },
        "XPT": {
            "bid": 0.000911,
            "ask": 0.000913,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

The Bid/Ask Endpoint provides critical pricing information for traders, allowing them to make informed decisions based on current market conditions.

Conclusion

The Metals-API is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the Palladium market, offering a wide range of features that cater to the needs of developers and businesses alike. By providing real-time access to Palladium prices, historical data, and various conversion options, this API empowers users to make informed decisions and optimize their operations.

As the demand for Palladium continues to grow, leveraging the capabilities of the Metals-API will be essential for staying competitive in this dynamic market. For more information on how to integrate this powerful API into your applications, refer to the Metals-API Documentation and explore the Metals-API Supported Symbols for a comprehensive list of available metals.

In summary, whether you are a developer looking to build innovative applications or a business seeking to optimize your operations, the Metals-API provides the tools and data necessary to succeed in the ever-changing world of precious metals.