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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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5 key drivers of the new commodities 'supercycle': experts

| Bronwyn Allen

Australia is at the start of a new mining boom, but experts say it will be different to the last.

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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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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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Recent Resources Shares News

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Should you buy Woodside Petroleum Limited for its monster dividend?

| Robert Stephens

Is this company’s dividend sustainable?

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Why aren't investors selling Santos Ltd shares?

| Regan Pearson

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) investors just took a US$1.5 billion hit. So why did shares rise?

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Why these 4 shares are getting smashed today

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) might be trading higher today, but these four shares haven't been so lucky.

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Newcrest Mining Limited's profits sink, time to sell the gold miners?

| James Mickleboro

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) profit drops 24%, is it time to let go of this gold miner?

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Santos Ltd records US$1.5 billion write down: More to come?

| Mike King

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) hit by lower oil and gas prices and forced to make another huge write down

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Is Aurizon Holdings Ltd's profit crash a sell signal?

| Tim McArthur

Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX:AZJ) has reported an 88% fall in bottom line profit.

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Why I think this blue-chip share is best avoided

| Robert Stephens

This company’s historic yield does not paint the full picture.

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Here's why Santos Ltd and the oil producers are climbing higher today

| James Mickleboro

Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) and its oil producing peers are all climbing higher today following positive news from OPEC. Is…

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Is the BHP Billiton share price headed back above $30?

| Mike King

could we see the BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) share price back above $30?

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Is it time to take profits on Newcrest Mining Limited?

| Robert Stephens

After stunning gains in 2016, is now the time to avoid this resources company?

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OZ Minerals Limited shares surge on broker upgrade: is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

OZ Minerals Limited (ASX:OZL) share price has soared today following an upgrade, but should you be investing?

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3 reasons why this energy stock is up by 17% in 2016

| Robert Stephens

This energy stock has outperformed the ASX by 13% this year

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Here's why gold miner West African Resources Ltd shares rocketed 34% today

| James Mickleboro

West African Resources Ltd (ASX:WAF) shares are on a tear today following news of a successful $21 million placement. Should…

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Why the West African Resources Ltd share price has been going gangbusters

| Mike King

West African Resources Ltd's (ASX:WAF) African gold project looks highly promising

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Is OZ Minerals Limited still a buy on profit result?

| Tim McArthur

OZ Minerals Limited (ASX:OZL) has reported a flat interim profit result today.

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1 stock to buy and hold for the next decade?

| Robert Stephens

Should you buy this resources stock right now?

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3 reasons why this resources stock is up by 149% in 2016

| Robert Stephens

Here’s why 2016 has been an exceptional year for this resources company.

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Here's why the gold miners are getting smashed today

| James Mickleboro

St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) is one of a number of gold miners getting smashed following a strong U.S. non-farm payroll…

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Here's why the MMA Offshore Ltd share price got smashed today

| James Mickleboro

MMA Offshore Ltd's (ASX:MRM) share price dropped over 13% today following the suspension of a key contract. Time to sell…

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Should you sell your BHP Billiton Limited shares?

| Robert Stephens

Despite a brighter outlook for commodities, should you pass up the opportunity to buy this stock?

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This company could soar over the next 10 years

| Robert Stephens

Is this company an obvious buy for long term investors?

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The big reason to avoid BHP Billiton Limited, Rio Tinto Limited and Fortescue Metals Group Limited

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

With iron ore prices forecast to be lower this time next year, now’s not the time to buy any of…

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Iron ore surges back above US$60 a tonne

| Mike King

Iron ore rises 2.1% on Friday on what appears to be positive news for the steel industry

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Why you'd love to buy this share, but shouldn't

| Robert Stephens

This stock may be appealing at face value, but it remains relatively risky.

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What you need to know about Rio Tinto Limited's profit report and outlook

| Sean O'Neill

Mega-miner Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) released its half-yearly results to the market yesterday afternoon.

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Gold shares are surging again, is this a new bull run?

| James Mickleboro

The gold price climbed again overnight, sending Australian gold miners higher today. Could they keep climbing in the months ahead?

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Why now might not be the time to buy Origin Energy Ltd shares

| Tim McArthur

Patience could be a virtue when it comes to buying Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) shares.

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Top fund manager names 3 deep value stocks

| Matt Brazier

Deep value investor David Prescott names three stocks to buy.

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Up 680% in 2016: Is it time to buy Resolute Mining Limited?

| James Mickleboro

The rising gold price helps Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) deliver huge full year profit. Is it too late to invest…

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Oil prices are now in a bear market: Time to sell your oil shares?

| James Mickleboro

Oil prices have dropped over 20% since their June highs. Is it time to sell your Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT)…

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Iron ore soars again as steel demand improves

| Mike King

Iron ore price jumps 5% to US$62.27 a tonne

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3 reasons why this mining stock is up by 96% in 2016!

| Robert Stephens

Could further gains be around the corner, or is profit taking now on the cards?

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Why oil prices are headed lower

| Mike King

Oil prices could be headed back under US$40 a barrel very soon

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Here's why Resolute Mining Limited shares are going nuts today

| James Mickleboro

After huge gains today, Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) shares are now up over 680% year to date. Here’s why they…

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Here's what's driving the spot gold price higher

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) have risen another 9% today!

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Where to from here for the Rio Tinto share price?

| Mike King

The outlook appears grim for Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO)

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Iron ore jumps back above US$60 a tonne

| Mike King

Iron ore hits US$60.70 a tonne overnight and more gains could be on the way

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Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited a buy at this share price?

| Matt Brazier

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) looks cheap but does that make it a good investment?

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Up 60% in two days: Is Bradken Limited still a buy?

| James Mickleboro

The share price of Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) has gone nuts in the last couple of days, but have the gains…

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Why the Independence Group NL share price is getting hammered

| James Mickleboro

Independence Group NL (ASX:IGO) shares are facing steep declines on a day when fellow gold miners are surging. Here’s why:

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