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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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Resources Shares

Why this fundie is backing ASX mining shares over banks in 2026

| Bronwyn Allen

Wilson Asset Management lead portfolio manager Matthew Haupt explains his views.

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Resources Shares

New silver and zinc mining aspirant debuts at a 20% premium in a quick win for shareholders

| Cameron England

After a successful debut on the ASX, this company will now press ahead with its major silver and zinc project…

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Resources Shares

Whyalla steelworks connection puts a rocket under this resources tech stock's shares

| Cameron England

This company's shares have taken off after it said it was working with a bidder for the Whyalla steelworks on…

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52-Week Highs

Why Rio Tinto, Evolution Mining and BHP shares just smashed new 52-week highs

| Bernd Struben

BHP, Rio Tinto, and Evolution Mining shares are lifting off today.

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Resources Shares

This ASX 200 resources stock rally stalls, but can it rebound?

| Marc Van Dinther

Analysts remain positive, but want more clarity.

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Resources Shares

Will Mineral Resources shares resume dividends in 2026?

| Bronwyn Allen

Mineral Resources hasn't paid a dividend since 1H FY24. Here's what the miner said about dividends recently.

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Broker Notes

Why this buy rated $1 billion ASX All Ords share is tipped to leap 22%

| Bernd Struben

A leading wealth manager expects more outsized gains from this surging ASX All Ords share.

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Resources Shares

ASX mining shares dominate stocks hitting 52-week highs

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Fortescue, Rio Tinto, and Evolution Mining shares are among those that hit 52-week highs today.

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Resources Shares

Own Rio Tinto shares? Here are the dividend dates for 2026

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 iron ore major has released its corporate calendar for the new year.

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Broker Notes

Expert says this barnstorming ASX lithium stock could soar by another 59%

| Bart Bogacz

Moving higher?

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Resources Shares

This little-known ASX copper stock has bolted 111% in just one month. Here's why

| Bart Bogacz

Blockbuster gains.

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Resources Shares

Why is everyone talking about BHP shares this week?

| Samantha Menzies

The mining giant's stock is the talk of the town this week.

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Resources Shares

Why this ASX All Ords stock came under pressure yesterday after addressing media speculation

| Aaron Teboneras

The stock fell more than 12% yesterday.

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Resources Shares

Silver price hits new record, firing up Aussie shares

| Cameron England

Australian silver shares are taking off as the price of the precious metal tests new record highs.

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Resources Shares

Rare earths company ticks off key production milestone

| Cameron England

This company has produced rare earths from a pilot plant at its flagship Brazilian project.

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Blue Chip Shares

BHP signs US$2 billion deal: Here's the key takeaway

| Aaron Teboneras

Let’s take a look at what was announced.

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Share Market News

BHP shares take centre stage as Citi tips record-breaking copper price to storm even higher

| Bart Bogacz

Bullish outlook.

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Opinions

Best ASX mining stock to buy right now: Fortescue or South32?

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s my pick between the two mining majors.

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Resources Shares

This soaring ASX mining stock backed by billionaire Gina Rinehart just unveiled "exceptional" news

| Bart Bogacz

Building momentum.

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Broker Notes

7 ASX mining shares to buy for Christmas amid upgrades from Macquarie

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie has boosted its outlook for these seven ASX mining stocks. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Up 308% in 2025, this high-flying ASX mining stock is sinking on Monday. But why?

| Bart Bogacz

Rough day for investors.

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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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