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Resources Shares

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

| Bronwyn Allen

Say WHAT?!

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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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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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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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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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Mineral Resources Limited shares surge over 12% higher

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The Mineral Resources Limited (ASX:MIN) share price was one of the best performers on the market today…

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Why Syrah Resources Ltd and the lithium miners are on fire today

| James Mickleboro

The Syrah Resources Ltd (ASX:SYR) share price is one of six posting strong gains today thanks to positive electric vehicle…

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Here's the most important investment lesson I ever learned

| Steve Holland

It’s a simple rule that serious investors like Warren Buffett live by. Here it is...

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Why shares in European Lithium Ltd are up 40% today

| Tim Katavic

Shares in European Lithium Ltd (ASX:EUR) rise following an announcement in relation to its Wolfsberg Lithium project.

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Monadelphous Group Limited shares surge higher on trading update

| James Mickleboro

The Monadelphous Group Limited (ASX:MND) share price has surged higher following the release of a trading update at its annual…

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Is Rio Tinto Limited about to become a lithium miner?

| James Mickleboro

The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) share price is marginally higher following reports that it is interested in gaining exposure to…

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Top broker slaps $7 price target on Orocobre Limited shares

| James Mickleboro

The Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) share price could be on its way to $7.00 according to one leading broker…

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Could Woolworths Limited accept Bitcoin one day?

| Steve Holland

The digital currency’s popularity is growing. So what does Bitcoin’s future in Australia look like?

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3 things every oil and gas investor must know today

| Regan Pearson

Could Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) be interested in acquiring Santos Ltd (ASX:STO)?

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Are these hot small-cap resources shares the next big thing?

| James Mickleboro

Is the Australian Mines Limited (ASX:AUZ) share price one of three going higher in the long-term?

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Is Santos Ltd a $5.30 per share takeover target?

| Brendon Lau

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) shareholders just got an early Christmas present with reports that the $9 billion gas giant is about…

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5 timeless investment lessons from Santos Ltd

| Regan Pearson

When the price of oil fell in 2014, Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) was caught out. Here’s how the company survived.

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Top broker says buy this mid-cap miner

| Brendon Lau

Mining stocks are taking the brunt of the selloff with our market looking like it will close lower for the…

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Top broker downgrades Galaxy Resources Limited shares

| James Mickleboro

The Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) share price has sunk lower after a leading broker downgraded its shares…

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Is Australian Mines Limited taking its shareholders for a ride?

| Steve Holland

Australian Mines Limited (ASX:AUZ) is yet to make a profit. Could you handle the ups and downs?

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The Lepidico Ltd share price is up 42% today

| Motley Fool Staff

The Lepidico Ltd (ASX:LPD) share price has rocketed 42% higher today. Here’s what you need to know about this fledgling…

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Woodside Petroleum Limited shares are falling as Shell jumps ship

| Tim Katavic

Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) shares tumble following Royal Dutch Shell's decision to divest its entire holding in the company.

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Why the Lepidico Ltd share price is up 173% in a month

| James Mickleboro

The Lepidico Ltd (ASX:LPD) share price is up 20% today, stretching its monthly return to over 170%. Here’s what you…

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Should you buy these ASX resources shares?

| James Mickleboro

Is the BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price in the buy zone?

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Why it could be a good time to sell your Newcrest Mining Limited shares

| James Mickleboro

I think the Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) share price could have peaked and now could be the time to take…

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Is it too late to buy lithium miner shares?

| James Mickleboro

The Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) share price was one of six lithium miners hitting 52-week highs on Thursday. Is it…

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Are Santos Ltd shares a buy after its investor update?

| James Mickleboro

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price will be one to watch today following the release of its investor update…

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Should you buy Mount Gibson Iron Limited today?

| Chris Coe

Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) is an iron ore miner with a strong balance sheet, which I think has the…

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Top broker slaps sell rating on Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited shares

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The Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited (ASX:SAR) share price could be heading to $1.25 according to one leading broker…

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Is it too late to buy Pilbara Minerals Ltd shares?

| James Mickleboro

The Pilbara Minerals Ltd (ASX:PLS) share price has been on fire in recent months. Is it too late to invest?

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Top broker downgrades South32 Ltd shares to a sell

| James Mickleboro

The South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) share price could be vastly overvalued according to one leading broker…

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Is it finally time to buy Santos Ltd shares?

| Regan Pearson

Could LNG producers like Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) have finally turned a corner?

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Oil prices hit two-year highs: How you can profit

| James Mickleboro

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price and the Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) share price are on the up today after…

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Is the Fortescue Metals Group Limited share price in the buy zone?

| James Mickleboro

The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price is down 34% from its 52-week high. Is it time to snap…

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Why the Australian Mines Limited share price is going nuts

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What's behind the incredible rise of Australian Mines Limited (ASX:AUZ)?

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Santos Ltd shares hit a 52-week high: Is it too late to invest?

| James Mickleboro

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price is up 40% in three months and at a 52-week high of $4.69 today.…

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Why Orica Ltd shares plunged 9% lower today

| James Mickleboro

The Orica Ltd (ASX:ORI) share price has had a terrible start to the week. Here’s what you need to know…

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Miners to profit from the surging nickel price

| Steve Holland

The price of nickel has been on the march. But are the gains sustainable?

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Why the Mustang Resources share price is cratering today

| Tom Richardson

Mustang Resources (ASX:MUS) has fallen about 75% since the middle of October.

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Why Orocobre Limited shares are at an all-time high

| James Mickleboro

The Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) share price has doubled in value in the last seven months to hit an all-time high…

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited shares rise 5% on lithium plans

| James Mickleboro

The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price has climbed 5% higher today. Here’s what you need to know…

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Why the Beach Energy share price gained 7% this week

| Steve Holland

The Beach Energy share price closed at $1.05 on Wednesday, its highest price since 2015. Here’s why…

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Oil Search Limited shares fall on US$400 million acquisition news

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Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH) is buying oil fields in Alaska.

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Western Areas Ltd shares surge higher: Is it too late to invest?

| James Mickleboro

The Western Areas Ltd (ASX:WSA) share price has been one of the best performers on the market today. Is it…

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Why the Australian Mines Limited share price jumped 500% this month

| Steve Holland

Prospective miner Australian Mines Limited (ASX:AUZ) has seen its share price surge. Is it too good to be true?

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