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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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Gold

Gold vs silver. Here's where I'd put my money in 2026

| Aaron Teboneras

Precious metals are back in focus, but gold and silver carry very different risk profiles.

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Resources Shares

Silver is on fire. Why prices just jumped 7% today

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver surges 7% as trade tensions and safe-haven demand drive prices sharply higher.

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Resources Shares

Why are commodity prices going crazy?

| Bronwyn Allen

Certain commodities have a multitude of tailwinds. Here are 4 that are up 25% to 70% in just one month.

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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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Recent Resources Shares News

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Resources Shares

The pros and cons of buying Pilbara Minerals shares in September

| Tristan Harrison

Can this stock continue charging higher?

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Resources Shares

Why I think this ASX small-cap stock is a bargain at 29 cents

| Tristan Harrison

I think this stock has a lot of return potential.

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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

Up 20% since June, are BHP shares a good buy today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are up 20% since June and trade at a 4% dividend yield. Should you buy the miner today?

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Resources Shares

Macquarie tips 16% upside for this ASX All Ords mining stock

| Cameron England

Recent disruptions to production will be largely taken in stride at this copper producer.

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Resources Shares

Are BHP shares a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Is Australia’s biggest mining giant an attractive buy for dividends?

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Resources Shares

How the BHP share price smashed the benchmark in August

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares raced ahead of the ASX 200 in August. But why?

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Resources Shares

ASX mining shares are up 16% in two months. Experts name 3 to buy and 1 to sell

| Bronwyn Allen

The S&P/ASX 300 Metal & Mining Index hit a new record high yesterday.

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? Here is the mining giant's outlook on copper in FY26

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP expects global copper demand to grow from about 33 Mt today to more than 50 Mt by 2050.

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Broker Notes

Why did Macquarie just cut its price target on Fortescue shares?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie just lowered its share price forecast for Fortescue. But why?

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Earnings Results

This ASX 200 mining stock just hit a record US$1.2 billion in revenue. Here's why.

| Bart Bogacz

Strong operational performance.

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Earnings Results

Why did South32 shares just tumble 5%?

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors are favouring their sell buttons on South32 shares today. But why?

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Earnings Results

Mineral Resources shares tumble on 15% revenue decline

| Bernd Struben

Investors are punishing Mineral Resources shares amid plunging full-year profits and earnings.

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Resources Shares

Macquarie predicts more than 10% upside for this ASX small-cap mining stock

| Cameron England

Macquarie analysts rate the stock as outperform.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the Fortescue dividend

| Tristan Harrison

Here are the details on the latest payout.

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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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Earnings Results

Fortescue shares tumble on 41% FY 2025 profit collapse

| Bernd Struben

Investors are bidding down Fortescue shares today. Let’s find out why.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy ASX lithium shares given the commodity price is up 24% in a month?

| Bronwyn Allen

The lithium carbonate price has risen 24% in a month and is now at its highest point in a year.

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Resources Shares

ASX mining stocks are up 9% in August. Experts name 2 to buy and 1 to sell

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX mining shares have been surging, with the S&P/ASX 300 Metal & Mining Index rising 9% this month alone.

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Earnings Results

Why is this roaring ASX 200 mining stock diving 8% today?

| Bart Bogacz

Torrid day for shareholders. But why?

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Resources Shares

Everything you need to know about the BHP dividend

| Tristan Harrison

The mining giant has declared how large its upcoming dividend will be.

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Earnings Results

BHP share price rises despite 26% profit plummet and dividend cut

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP shares are in focus today after the mining giant delivered its FY25 result.

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Resources Shares

Is the Fortescue share price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Should investors still be interested in Fortescue for dividends?

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Resources Shares

Materials shares dominate for a second week amid another record high for the ASX 200

| Bronwyn Allen

The big ASX 200 mining shares experienced strong gains amid a strengthened iron ore price.

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Opinions

Up 20% in a month, should you buy or sell Fortescue shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Fortescue shares have risen by almost 20% in just 4 weeks. Should you take profits or stay the course?

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Resources Shares

Why this expert is all in on Fortescue shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager is bullish on the outlook for Fortescue shares. But why?

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Resources Shares

Experts reveal ratings on 3 popular ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Analysts have shared their insights following a strong rally for the ASX 200 materials sector last week.

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Resources Shares

Smart money or dumb luck? Government fund's $50-million lithium bet pays off

| Steve Holland

How to profit from the lithium recovery.

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Resources Shares

Macquarie tips nearly 30% upside for this ASX mining stock

| Bronwyn Allen

This ASX miner just announced major news.

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Resources Shares

4 reasons to buy Fortescue shares today

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert forecasts more outperformance for Fortescue shares.

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Resources Shares

Up 40% in a month, is the Mineral Resources share price still a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

The Mineral Resources share price has soared. What next?

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Resources Shares

Lithium shares charge: Is the glut finally over?

| Steve Holland

Signs point to a lithium price recovery.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 mining shares rip amid one of the strongest rallies for the materials sector in months

| Bronwyn Allen

Mining shares powered the ASX 200 materials sector higher last week in one of its strongest rallies in months.

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Bank Shares

How much will the ASX 200 bank and mining shares pay in dividends in 2026?

| Bronwyn Allen

The Australian market's reputation for strong dividends has relied on the big banks and miners. Can we still rely on…

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Resources Shares

Not cricket: What Langer's board exit really means for Mineral Resources

| Steve Holland

Miner’s ethics committee plans backfire.

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Resources Shares

Up 52% since June, should you buy the rally in Pilbara Minerals shares?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on the outlook for Pilbara Minerals shares.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy BHP shares today?

| Bernd Struben

Here’s what you need to know.

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Resources Shares

Revealed: FY25 reporting dates for 9 ASX 200 mining stocks including BHP!

| Bart Bogacz

Mark these dates in the calendar.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie just raised its price target for Rio Tinto shares

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie offers its verdict on Rio-Tinto shares following the half-year results.

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Resources Shares

Why July was a great month to own the big three ASX 200 mining shares

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto, Fortescue, and BHP shares all smashed the benchmark returns in July. But why?

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