Get Dysprosium (DYS) prices using this API for your trading applications

Introduction

In the rapidly evolving landscape of trading applications, the ability to access real-time data is paramount. For developers looking to integrate metal prices into their applications, the Metals-API offers a robust solution. This blog post will delve into the specifics of Dysprosium (DYS), its markets, and how the Metals-API can be utilized to fetch accurate and timely pricing information for trading applications.

Metals-API Information

About Dysprosium (DYS)

Dysprosium is a rare earth metal that plays a crucial role in various high-tech applications, including electric vehicles, renewable energy technologies, and advanced electronics. As industries increasingly pivot towards digital transformation, the demand for metals like Dysprosium is expected to surge. This shift is driven by technological innovation and the integration of smart technologies that require precise and reliable data analytics.

With the rise of data analytics, developers can leverage insights from real-time metal prices to make informed trading decisions. The integration of smart technology into trading applications allows for automated trading strategies that can react to market fluctuations instantaneously. As we look to the future, the possibilities for Dysprosium and other metals in trading applications are vast, with trends indicating a growing reliance on real-time data to drive market strategies.

API Description

The Metals-API is designed to empower developers by providing access to real-time and historical metal pricing data. This API is a game-changer for those looking to build next-generation trading applications. By offering a suite of endpoints, the Metals-API allows developers to retrieve the latest rates, historical data, and even perform conversions between different metal prices.

For more information, you can visit the Metals-API Website or check the Metals-API Documentation for comprehensive guidance on how to implement these features effectively.

Key Features and Endpoints

The Metals-API offers a variety of endpoints that cater to different needs, ensuring that developers have the tools necessary to create sophisticated trading applications. Here are some of the key features:

• Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for metals, updated based on your subscription plan. Depending on the plan, updates can occur every 60 minutes or even every 10 minutes, ensuring that you have the most current data available.
• Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates dating back to 2019. This feature allows developers to analyze trends over time, which is crucial for making informed trading decisions.
• Bid And Ask Endpoint: Retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for metals. This endpoint is essential for traders looking to understand market dynamics and make timely trades.
• Convert Endpoint: This feature allows for the conversion of any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD, facilitating seamless transactions across different currencies.
• Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice, enabling detailed analysis of price movements over time.
• Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how metal prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, providing insights into market volatility.
• Carat Endpoint: Retrieve information about gold rates by carat, which is particularly useful for jewelers and traders in the luxury goods market.
• Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for a specified date, helping traders identify market extremes.
• Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Access detailed OHLC data for specific time periods, which is vital for technical analysis.
• Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, providing a comprehensive view of market trends.
• API Key: Your unique API key is essential for accessing the API's features. This key must be included in the API base URL's access_key parameter.
• API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data interpretation.
• Available Endpoints: The Metals-API provides a constantly updated list of all available currencies and metals.
• Gold Price India Endpoint: Retrieve the latest gold price in India, which is particularly useful for traders in the Indian market.
• News Endpoint: Stay updated with the latest news articles related to various metals, helping traders stay informed about market influences.

List of Symbols

The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols. 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 effective implementation. Below are examples of various endpoints and their corresponding JSON responses:

Latest Rates Endpoint

Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals.

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1752156018,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-10",
    "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": 1752069618,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-09",
    "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": "2025-07-03",
    "end_date": "2025-07-10",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-07-03": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-07-05": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-07-10": {
            "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": 1752156018,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

Track rate fluctuations between two dates.

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-03",
    "end_date": "2025-07-10",
    "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": 1752156018,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-10",
    "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": 1752156018,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-10",
    "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 provides a comprehensive and innovative solution for developers looking to integrate metal pricing data into their trading applications. With features like real-time rates, historical data, and various endpoints tailored for specific needs, the API empowers developers to create sophisticated applications that can respond to market changes instantaneously.

As the demand for metals like Dysprosium (DYS) continues to grow, leveraging real-time data will be essential for making informed trading decisions. By utilizing the Metals-API, developers can ensure they have access to the most accurate and timely information available, paving the way for successful trading strategies in an increasingly competitive market.

For further exploration of the API's capabilities, be sure to check out the Metals-API Documentation and the Metals-API Supported Symbols page for a complete list of available symbols. The future of trading applications is here, and the Metals-API is at the forefront of this transformation.