Retrieve Palladium (XPD) pricing data using this API

Retrieve Palladium (XPD) Pricing Data Using Metals-API

Palladium (XPD) has emerged as a critical metal in various industries, particularly in automotive technology and environmental solutions. As the demand for cleaner technologies grows, palladium plays a pivotal role in catalytic converters, which help reduce harmful emissions. To stay updated with the latest pricing data for palladium and other metals, developers can leverage the Metals-API. This powerful API provides real-time and historical data, enabling developers to create innovative applications that integrate metals pricing seamlessly.

About Palladium (XPD)

Palladium is a precious metal that has gained significant traction in the automotive industry due to its effectiveness in catalytic converters. As automotive technology continues to innovate, the demand for palladium is expected to rise. Furthermore, palladium's unique properties make it suitable for various environmental solutions, including hydrogen fuel cells and electronic components. The integration of digital supply chains and smart manufacturing processes has also highlighted the importance of real-time data in managing palladium's market dynamics.

API Description

The Metals-API is designed to provide developers with comprehensive access to metals pricing data, including palladium. With its robust capabilities, the API empowers developers to build next-generation applications that can respond to market changes in real-time. The API offers a range of endpoints that allow users to retrieve the latest rates, historical data, and even perform conversions between different metals and currencies.

For detailed information on how to implement the API, developers can refer to the Metals-API Documentation. This resource provides in-depth guidance on utilizing the API's features effectively.

Key Features and Endpoints

The Metals-API includes several key features that enhance its usability for developers:

• Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for palladium and other metals. Depending on the subscription plan, updates can occur every 60 minutes or every 10 minutes, ensuring that users have access to the most current pricing information.
• Historical Rates Endpoint: Users can access historical rates dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date in the format YYYY-MM-DD, developers can query the API for past pricing data, which is essential for market analysis and trend forecasting.
• Bid and Ask Endpoint: This feature allows users to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for palladium, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
• Convert Endpoint: The API includes a currency conversion feature, enabling users to convert amounts between different metals or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for financial applications that require multi-metal pricing.
• Time-Series Endpoint: Developers can query the API for daily historical rates between two specified dates. This feature is beneficial for analyzing trends over time and making informed investment decisions.
• Fluctuation Endpoint: This endpoint provides information on how prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, allowing users to track volatility and make strategic decisions based on market movements.
• Carat Endpoint: Users can retrieve gold rates by carat, which is useful for applications focused on jewelry and precious metal trading.
• Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: This feature allows users to query the API for the lowest and highest prices of palladium over a specified period, aiding in market analysis.
• Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Users can access OHLC data for palladium, providing a comprehensive view of price movements within a specific timeframe.
• Historical LME Endpoint: This endpoint provides access to historical rates for LME symbols, dating back to 2008, which is crucial for users interested in long-term market trends.
• API Key: Each user is assigned a unique API key that must be included in requests to authenticate access to the API.
• API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data interpretation.
• Available Endpoints: The Metals-API features 14 different endpoints, each designed to provide specific functionalities tailored to user needs.
• Supported Symbols Endpoint: This endpoint returns a constantly updated list of all available currencies and metals, ensuring users have access to the latest information.
• News Endpoint: Users can retrieve the latest news articles related to various metals, keeping them informed about market developments.

List of Symbols

The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols, including palladium (XPD). For a complete list of all supported symbols and their specifications, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Understanding the API responses is crucial for developers looking to integrate palladium pricing data into their applications. Below are examples of various API endpoints and their corresponding JSON responses:

Latest Rates Endpoint

Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals:

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1775866381,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-04-11",
"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"
}

Historical Rates Endpoint

Access historical exchange rates for any date since 1999:

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1775779981,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-04-10",
"rates": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915,
"XPD": 0.000748
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

Get exchange rates for a specific time period:

{
"success": true,
"timeseries": true,
"start_date": "2026-04-04",
"end_date": "2026-04-11",
"base": "USD",
"rates": {
"2026-04-04": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915
},
"2026-04-06": {
"XAU": 0.000483,
"XAG": 0.0382,
"XPT": 0.000913
},
"2026-04-11": {
"XAU": 0.000482,
"XAG": 0.03815,
"XPT": 0.000912
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

Convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD:

{
"success": true,
"query": {
"from": "USD",
"to": "XAU",
"amount": 1000
},
"info": {
"timestamp": 1775866381,
"rate": 0.000482
},
"result": 0.482,
"unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

Track rate fluctuations between two dates:

{
"success": true,
"fluctuation": true,
"start_date": "2026-04-04",
"end_date": "2026-04-11",
"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"
}

OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Endpoint

Get OHLC data for a specific time period:

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1775866381,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-04-11",
"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"
}

Bid/Ask Endpoint

Get current bid and ask prices for metals:

{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1775866381,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-04-11",
"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"
}

Conclusion

The Metals-API is an invaluable resource for developers looking to integrate palladium pricing data into their applications. With its extensive range of endpoints and real-time capabilities, the API empowers users to make informed decisions based on accurate and timely information. By leveraging features such as the latest rates, historical data, and conversion capabilities, developers can create innovative solutions that respond to the dynamic nature of the metals market.

For more information on how to get started with the Metals-API, visit the Metals-API Documentation. To explore the complete list of supported symbols, check out the Metals-API Supported Symbols page. By utilizing these resources, developers can unlock the full potential of palladium and other metals in their applications.