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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 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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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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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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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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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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Miners are SURGING as iron ore nears US$75 a tonne

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) shares are skyrocketing.

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Why BlueScope Steel Limited shares are going crazy today

| Matt Brazier

BlueScope Steel Limited (ASX:BSL) updates the market.

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CRASH: Why gold shares are getting hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Gold shares aren't enjoying the market's extraordinary gains today.

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Shares of BHP Billiton Limited SURGE as iron ore tops US$70

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares are trading at almost $25.

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Mining Boom? Iron ore prices are going berserk as miners rocket

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares look set to pop today after a Trump victory…

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Gold miners could go gangbusters as Trump heads to White House

| James Mickleboro

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) has been one of the big winners after it emerged that Donald Trump has taken a…

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Coal prices are surging: Should you buy Whitehaven Coal Ltd shares?

| James Mickleboro

Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX:WHC) shares have climbed higher yet again thanks to surging coal prices. Is it too late to…

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Why profits just bombed at Incitec Pivot Ltd

| Sean O'Neill

Is Incitec Pivot Ltd (ASX:IPL) a buy today?

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The bargain hunter's guide to ASX oil shares

| Sean O'Neill

Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH), Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) and even Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) are struggling with prices in the mid…

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Gold miners crushed after Clinton is cleared by the FBI

| James Mickleboro

Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) and EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) have been hit hard today following a drop in the gold…

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Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited set for a big fall?

| Andrew Mudie

Fortescue Metals Group Limited's (ASX:FMG) share price has surged over $5 but it might not be as cheap as it…

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ASX gold miners rocket on potential Trump US election win

| James Mickleboro

Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) and Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) are two of a number of gold miners putting on strong…

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Iron ore soars again: Can it hit US$100 a tonne?

| Mike King

Stockpiles are rising and iron ore is up more than 50% year-to-date

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Oil prices sink to 5-week lows: Time to sell your oil shares?

| James Mickleboro

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) is one of a number of oil producers heading lower today. Should you sell your shares and…

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Here's why Atlas Iron Limited shares have skyrocketed this week

| James Mickleboro

Atlas Iron Limited (ASX:AGO) shares are now up 40% in the last five trading sessions. But should you invest too?

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Here's why Orocobre Limited shares have gone gangbusters today

| James Mickleboro

Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) shares have gone gangbusters today after two brokers labelled it a buy. Should you be investing too?

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Rio Tinto Limited sells stake in iron ore mine worth US$50 billion

| Mike King

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) sells stake in Simandou iron ore mine to partner Chinalco

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4 top ASX stocks you should have bought in October and 3 to buy now

| Andrew Mudie

October was a tough month for many investors but there were still a number of ASX companies that smashed it!

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Could these be November's top 7 stocks?

| Andrew Mudie

October was full of companies disappointing shareholders but they could be November’s top performers.

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Up 81% in 5 months: Is it time to buy this future blue chip?

| Andrew Mudie

The share price looks expensive if the worst happens, but could be much higher in two years’ time.

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Iron ore hits 11-week high and more gains could be ahead

| Mike King

Iron ore gains 1.8% overnight to hit US$63.07 a tonne

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Newcrest Mining Limited is a Brexit winner: Are its shares a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) has delivered a solid quarter thanks to the Brexit. But does a falling gold price make…

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Here's why Lynas Corporation Limited shares skyrocketed today

| James Mickleboro

Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) shares are up 17% on the back of news of proposed amendments to its debt facilities.…

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Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Ltd shares are being crushed today

| James Mickleboro

Southern Cross Electrical Engineering Ltd (ASX:SXE) shares are down 22% after the company advised that it expects to make a…

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Why these 3 mining stocks have delivered massive returns this year

| Andrew Mudie

The performance of these three companies is unlikely to be replicated next year so it’s time to keep a sharp…

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Should you put some gold miners in your share portfolio?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The gold miners are on the back foot again today.

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Santos Ltd releases Q3 update: Time to grab shares?

| James Mickleboro

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) releases its third quarter update. Have things improved enough to warrant an investment?

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Is Rio Tinto Limited set to disappoint shareholders?

| Mike King

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) cuts iron ore production guidance

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Whitehaven Coal Ltd shares are up 800%: Is it too late to buy?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Many investors had written this company off as a dud stock.

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited releases quarterly update: Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) shares are flat today after releasing another strong quarterly update. Is it time to invest…

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Should you buy shares of BHP Billiton Limited?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares fall after its quarterly production report.

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3 reasons to sell BHP Billiton Limited, 1 reason to buy

| Mike King

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) disappoints investors with September quarterly update

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Here's why Carnarvon Petroleum Limited shares rocketed 50% higher today

| James Mickleboro

Carnarvon Petroleum Limited (ASX:CVN) shares rocketed higher by 50% when they emerged from their trading halt. Is this oil and…

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Here's why OceanaGold Corporation shares have gone nuts this week

| James Mickleboro

OceanaGold Corporation (ASX:OGC) shares have surged this week following positive news regarding its Didipio operation. Is the worst over now?

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Gold miners are soaring

| Mike King

Spot gold price gains for second-consecutive day

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Can South32 Ltd shares go higher?

| Rachit Dudhwala

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) is rumoured to be set to return up to $500 million to shareholders.

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Why the Kingsgate Consolidated Limited share price crashed 32% today

| Mike King

Kingsgate Consolidation Limited (ASX:KCN) sinks 31.7%

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Iron ore price set to plunge

| Mike King

Pressure could be building on the commodity price as Chinese steel exports fall again

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Why I think you should avoid BHP Billiton Limited shares

| Robert Stephens

BHP Billiton Limited’s (ASX:BHP) dividend outlook is uncertain.

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Why I'm bearish on Santos Ltd's share price outlook

| Robert Stephens

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) could be on the cusp of disappointing share price performance.

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