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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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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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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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Alkane Resources Limited share price rises on guidance upgrade

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The Alkane Resources Limited (ASX:ALK) share price has climbed higher today thanks to a lift to its full-year guidance.

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Why the Australian gold miners have sunk lower today

| James Mickleboro

The St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) share price has sunk lower this morning, dragging the S&P/ASX All Ords Gold (Index:^AXGD) (ASX:XGD)…

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Equator Resources Ltd to merge with First Cobalt

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Equator Resources Ltd (ASX:CO1), now known as Cobalt One, will be one to watch when it comes out of its…

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88 Energy Ltd share price plunges 16%

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The 88 Energy Ltd (ASX:88E) share price has had a disappointing start to the week. Here’s what you need to…

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Orocobre Limited share price falls on production downgrade

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The Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) share price has come under pressure today after downgrading its production guidance again.

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Rio Tinto Limited share price higher on $2.5 billion debt reduction news

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The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) share price is higher after the miner announced further reductions in its gross debt.

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Is the Santos Ltd share price too cheap to ignore?

| Rachit Dudhwala

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price lingers near 52-week lows.

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The Rio Tinto Limited share price has rebounded higher

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The Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) share price has bounced back from yesterday’s decline. One broker believes it could still climb…

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The Iluka Resources Limited share price is finally climbing higher

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The Iluka Resources Limited (ASX: ILU) share price has climbed 2% higher today following the release of a business update.

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Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited share price continue to climb higher

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The Saracen Mineral Holdings Limited (ASX:SAR) share price is up 3%, stretching its 30-day return to 10%.

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Equator Resources Ltd shares in a trading halt amid merger talk

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The Equator Resources Ltd (ASX:CO1) share price is in a trading halt after the company received a potential merger proposal.

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Oh no…the Fortescue (FMG) share price has plummeted 30% since March

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price has fallen 31% since May, as commodity prices continue to fall.

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The BHP Billiton Limited (BHP) share price is being dumped

| Owen Raszkiewicz

The BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price was dumped 3% on Wednesday, continuing its recent falls.

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Why the Fortescue Metals Group Limited share price is falling

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) shares are leveraged to the iron ore price.

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The Whitehaven Coal Ltd share price is down 6%

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The Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX:WHC) share price has fallen 6% today. Here’s what you need to know…

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The Beach Energy Ltd share price continues to slump

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The Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) share price is down 4% today after oil prices tumbled. Here’s what you need to…

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Is it time to sell energy shares like Woodside Petroleum Limited?

| Brendon Lau

The Turnbull government's decision to control exports of gas and a crude oil bear market will weigh heavily on our…

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Western Areas Ltd share price falls 6%: Is it time to buy?

| James Mickleboro

The Western Areas Ltd (ASX:WSA) share price has fallen 6% today. Should you buy the dip?

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Is the BHP Billiton Limited share price a bargain buy after today's decline?

| James Mickleboro

In early trade the BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price is down 3%. Is it a bargain buy?

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Top broker warns iron ore price set to fall in 2018

| Brendon Lau

Citigroup is warning that the iron ore bear market has further to run. What does this mean for Rio Tinto…

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The Neometals Ltd share price has rebounded higher

| Motley Fool Staff

The Neometals Ltd (ASX:NMT) share price is up 6% today following an announcement.

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The Resolute Mining Limited share price continues to sink lower

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With a 3.5% decline today, the Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) share price has now fallen 17% in the last three…

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Santos Ltd v Qantas Airways Limited & how to avoid losses in the share market

| Tom Richardson

The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price may have more falls ahead of it over the next three years.

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Is it time to buy these resources shares?

| James Mickleboro

Is the Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) share price one of three in the buy zone?

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The Newcrest Mining Limited share price is climbing higher

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The Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) share price is up 1.5% today following an announcement related to its interest in SolGold.

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The AWE Limited share price just rocketed 10%

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The AWE Limited (ASX:AWE) share price rocketed 10% this afternoon following an announcement. Here’s what you need to know…

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Pilbara Minerals Ltd share price falls following its $80 million placement

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The Pilbara Minerals Ltd (ASX:PLS) share price is down 26% year-to-date. Here’s what you need to know…

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Leading broker tips the Fortescue Metals Group Limited share price to fall

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The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price could fall as low as $3.90 according to one leading broker.

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The Beach Energy Ltd share price is down 30% in 2017

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The Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) share price has fallen 3% today, bringing its year-to-date decline to 30%.

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The Evolution Mining Ltd share price has sunk lower again today

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The Evolution Mining Ltd (ASX:EVN) share price is on course to finish the week in the red.

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The Western Areas Ltd share price has rebounded today

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The Western Areas Ltd (ASX:WSA) share price is up 2% today following an announcement related to its Cosmos Odysseus Project.

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The Atlas Iron Limited share price jumped 7% today

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The Atlas Iron Limited (ASX:AGO) share price has been a big mover today, climbing 7% in early trade.

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The Whitehaven Coal Ltd share price is down 4%

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The Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX:WHC) share price is one of many in the resources sector sinking lower today.

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The Northern Star Resources Ltd share price is heading lower

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The Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) share price is lower today following the release of a broker note.

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The Worleyparsons Limited share price has tumbled 3%

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The Worleyparsons Limited (ASX:WOR) share price has come under pressure today due to falling oil prices.

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Gold shares sink: Should you be worried?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The Newcrest Mining (ASX:NCM) share price has fallen more than 2% today

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BHP Billiton Limited share price is on the nose today

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The BHP Billiton (ASX:BHP) share price is 17% below its 52-week high

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The Santos Ltd share price is close to a 52-week low

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The Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) share price is down today and closing in on a new 52-week low.

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The St Barbara Ltd share price has stormed higher

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The St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) share price has been a big mover on the market today, climbing 4% higher…

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Ramelius Resources Limited shares bounce off 52-week lows

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The Ramelius Resources Limited share price is on the move

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