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The ASX many mining and resource shares, including the likes of Adani, BHP, Fortescue Metals and Rio Tinto. Read independent stock market news, commentary and opinion — plus get the names of some ASX resource shares to buy now — from The Motley Fool.

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Resources Shares

Revealed: BHP and 4 other ASX 200 mining stocks rank among top global copper producers

| Bart Bogacz

The numbers are in.

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Resources Shares

How to take the guesswork out of getting exposure to the mining sector

| Cameron England

Investing in companies' royalty streams instead of the companies themselves can be an option for the risk-averse investor.

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Resources Shares

Which ASX mining share is up 2,800% this year?

| Bronwyn Allen

Say WHAT?!

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Resources Shares

If I'd put $3k into this ASX mining stock at the start of 2025, I'd now have $495,000

| Bart Bogacz

Pretty good return.

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? Here is the miner's outlook on the iron ore price in FY26

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP says global iron ore demand will gradually broaden beyond China as developing regions drive future growth.

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? The 'Big Australian' is now the world's largest copper producer

| Bronwyn Allen

According to BHP's FY25 report, copper made up nearly half of its overall EBITDA last year.

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Resources Shares

Should I switch my ASX 200 banking stocks for ASX 200 miners before earnings season?

| Samantha Menzies

The ASX 200 Index is dominated by Australia's bank and materials/mining sectors, which together account for around half of the…

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Blue Chip Shares

This popular ASX 200 blue-chip share has literally gone nowhere in 17 years

| Sebastian Bowen

Even blue-chip shares can fall short.

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Recent Resources Shares News

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Share Fallers

Up 118% in 2025, why is this All Ords ASX silver share crashing on Monday?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are punishing this outperforming ASX silver share today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Up 69% since July, guess which All Ords ASX rare earths share is leaping higher today on major leadership news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX rare earths share on Monday. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

This obscure ASX mining stock has rocketed by 95% in just one month. Here's why.

| Bart Bogacz

Booming market.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 mining shares outperform as iron ore and copper prices strengthen

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Fortescue, and Rio Tinto shares reached new 52-week highs while the ASX 200 edged up 0.24%.

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Resources Shares

This ASX mining stock is up 350% in 2025 and its gold hunt just hit hyper speed

| Bart Bogacz

Big year ahead.

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Share Market News

Up 300% in 6 months! This soaring ASX lithium stock just took a major step to production

| Bart Bogacz

Marching forward.

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Resources Shares

$2,000 in this ASX share two years ago would be worth $8,078 today

| Bronwyn Allen

Two years ago, this ASX small-cap stock was worth 25.5 cents. Today, it's trading at $1.03.

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Opinions

Up over 200% in 6 months: Are Pilbara Minerals shares still a buy?

| Samantha Menzies

How high can the lithium producer’s shares go?

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Resources Shares

Expert lists its top resources shares to target in December

| Aaron Bell

These resources shares could be set to benefit from improving market conditions.

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Resources Shares

Major ASX 200 mining shares hit 52-week highs

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Fortescue, and Rio Tinto shares set new 52-week highs today.

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Share Market News

Up 76% in less than a year and this ASX mining stock just revealed some "exceptional" gold news

| Bart Bogacz

“Outstanding” results.

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Resources Shares

Top fundie names 2 ASX 200 copper shares to buy today

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager tips two ASX cooper shares to buy amid surging copper prices.

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Resources Shares

Why are FireFly Metals shares pulling back from near-record levels today?

| Cameron England

FireFly Metals shares have come off their record highs after a major capital raise to drive exploration was announced.

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Resources Shares

Up 109% or more! These 4 ASX mining stocks are booming as the silver price hits all-time high

| Bart Bogacz

Riding the wave.

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Resources Shares

Why has a UK takeover bid lit a fire under this copper prospector's share price?

| Cameron England

A Chinese takeover bid for a company this ASX-listed outfit part-owns has its shares surging higher.

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto or BHP shares? Expert says which stock to buy as copper price smashes record

| Bart Bogacz

Two mining giants with significant copper exposure.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects this surging ASX All Ords mining stock to rocket another 160%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts outsized gains from this small-cap Aussie rare earths miner. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Is it time to buy into aluminium shares?

| Cameron England

The aluminium market is looking tight in coming years, which will benefit one major ASX-listed producer.

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Resources Shares

Gina Rinehart-backed Vulcan Energy Resources pulls trigger on European lithium project

| Cameron England

Vulcan Energy Resources will raise billions in new debt and equity as it decides to go ahead with its Lionheart…

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Opinions

Rio Tinto versus BHP shares: One I'd buy and one I'd sell

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s what to expect over the next 12 months.

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Resources Shares

With copper increasingly in demand, what are the Aussie stocks Wilsons Advisory is tipping to be winners?

| Cameron England

With copper demand likely to remain strong, and supply challenged, Wilsons Advisory says it could be time to buy in.

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Resources Shares

What happened with BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue shares in November?

| Bernd Struben

Did Rio Tinto, Fortescue, or BHP shares lead the charge in November? Let’s find out.

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Resources Shares

Is the BHP share price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Is BHP an opportunity worth unearthing for dividends?

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Resources Shares

Invested in Fortescue shares? Here are the dividend dates for 2026

| Bronwyn Allen

But will you be impressed with next year's dividend payment?

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Resources Shares

Down 55% in 10 weeks, is it time to cut and run on Locksley Resources shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Locksley Resources shares peaked at 69 cents in late September. Today, they are worth 31 cents.

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Broker Notes

Up 131% in 2025, why Macquarie expects Lynas Rare Earths shares to keep outperforming in 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie remains bullish on the outlook for Lynas rocketing shares. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Up 162% in 2025, why is this ASX All Ords silver share leaping higher again today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX All Ords silver miner on Tuesday. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Here's the earnings forecast out to 2030 for BHP shares

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the profit potential of BHP.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX lithium stock just doubled investors' money on Friday

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent this small-cap ASX lithium stock up 139%. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

If I invest $10,000 in Fortescue shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the dividend potential of Fortescue shares.

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Resources Shares

Liontown Resources shares up 147% this year: What's next for this lithium stock?

| Samantha Menzies

The lithium producer has had a great run this year.

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Resources Shares

Revealed: BHP and 4 other ASX 200 mining stocks rank among top global copper producers

| Bart Bogacz

The numbers are in.

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Resources Shares

Why are shares in Aussie lithium producers being sold off today?

| Cameron England

Australian lithium companies have been sold off after reports a major Chinese mine could soon restart operations.

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Resources Shares

Up 400% in 2025! This Gina Rinehart-backed ASX rare earths stock just delivered some big news

| Bart Bogacz

“World class” deposit.

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Resources Shares

How to take the guesswork out of getting exposure to the mining sector

| Cameron England

Investing in companies' royalty streams instead of the companies themselves can be an option for the risk-averse investor.

Read more »

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why is the BHP share price lifting today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are grabbing a lot of investor interest on Monday. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares: After a year of outperformance (up 45%), is it still a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good time to invest in the miner?

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Resources Shares

Macquarie tips 23% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| Cameron England

Macquarie analysts believe Worley shares are good buying at current levels with steady plans for growth this financial year to…

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Resources Shares

New critical minerals manufacturer aiming to list on the ASX

| Cameron England

Advanced Energy Minerals, which produces high purity alumina, is looking to raise up to $50 million ahead of a listing…

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Resources Shares

Invested in ASX mining shares? Expert recommends diversity over iron ore concentration

| Bronwyn Allen

Jed Richards from Shaw and Partners says diversified miners make sense in the current environment.

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