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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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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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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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4 catalysts to push Origin Energy Ltd shares higher this year

| Robert Stephens

Shares in Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) could continue to rise following their year-to-date gains.

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3 reasons Newcrest Mining Limited shares could move higher

| Robert Stephens

Newcrest Mining Limited’s (ASX:NCM) strong share price performance could continue.

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ASX gold stocks crushed as gleaming metal loses its lustre

| Mike King

Gold miners humbled as gold prices falls to two-week low and more falls could be ahead

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South32 reports strong production results: Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) shares are lower in morning trade, despite releasing a strong quarterly production update. Is it a buy?

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Why shares of Independence Group NL followed the gold price lower today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Gold shares have skyrocketed in 2016, but have fallen recently.

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The one word that should shock all mining investors

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

One analyst is extremely bearish on commodity prices…

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Why shares of BHP Billiton Limited fell 4% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited's (ASX:BHP) iron ore numbers were lower than the market was expecting.

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Why you might want to dump your mining shares in 2016

| Tim McArthur

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) earnings may have further to fall.

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Up 118%: Is lithium producer Orocobre Limited still a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Orocobre Limited (ASX:ORE) shares have increased by a massive 118% so far in 2016. Is the lithium producer still a…

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Is Rio Tinto Limited set to disappoint shareholders?

| Mike King

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) will need a strong second half to meet its target iron ore production

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3 reasons BHP Billiton Limited shares could move higher in financial year 2017

| Robert Stephens

Shares in BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) could be pushed higher by these 3 catalysts.

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Here's why Lynas Corporation Limited shares surged 20% today

| James Mickleboro

The share price of Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) surged by 20% in morning trade. Here’s why…

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How safe is your money in Paladin Energy Ltd?

| Edward Vesely (TMFEdV)

If you’re going to invest for the long-haul, make sure you’re backing the right horse.

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Newcrest Mining Limited sinks as gold price outlook darkens

| James Mickleboro

Could the current risk-on sentiment put downward pressure on gold mining shares such as Resolute Mining Limited (ASX:RSG) and Newcrest…

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Why the Whitehaven Coal Ltd share price rocketed up today

| Mike King

Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX:WHC) share price surges 9.8% to $1.62

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3 ways Rio Tinto Limited shares could go higher in financial year 2017

| Robert Stephens

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) has fallen heavily in recent years. Here’s how I think it can deliver improved performance.

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Why the Iluka Resources Limited share price is climbing today

| James Mickleboro

Mineral sands producer Iluka Resources Limited (ASX:ILU) edges higher after it reports a mixed second quarter, but offers a positive…

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What you need to know about Woodside Petroleum Limited's US$430 million acquisition

| Tim McArthur

Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) has finally made an acquisition.

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Why Fortescue Metals Group Limited shares tumbled today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) have fallen, despite the miner beating its guidance on iron ore shipments.

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Is Woodside Petroleum Limited the best energy share on the ASX?

| Robert Stephens

Should Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX: WPL) be viewed as the best company in the resources sector?

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Why the Fortescue Metals share price has tripled since January

| Mike King

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price has soared from a low of $1.44 to $4.39

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited rockets as the iron ore price pops

| Sean O'Neill

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) lead the charge today in what has been an impressive turnaround for shareholders over the…

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Australian gold miners plunge as gold price sinks

| Mike King

Spot gold continues to sink

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ASX 200 set for further gains: 12 shares to watch

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Markets have erased their losses from Brexit, with further gains to come today.

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Is Santos Ltd a buy at this share price?

| Robert Stephens

Should you put Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) at the top of your resources buy list?

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South32 Ltd shares go gangbusters on dividend talk

| Tom Richardson

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) shares have doubled in 2016.

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Is BHP Billiton Limited a better bet than Newcrest Mining Limited?

| Robert Stephens

Should you pick BHP Billiton Limited (ASX: BHP) over Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM)?

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Independence Group NL surges on gold production update: Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

The Independence Group NL (ASX:IGO) share price has surged after meeting its gold production guidance. Is the miner a good…

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Why I'm not buying Santos Ltd, Origin Energy Limited or Beach Energy Ltd shares just yet

| Tim McArthur

The share prices of Santos Ltd (ASX:STO), Origin Energy Limited (ASX:ORG) and Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) could be headed lower…

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Why the oil price tanked overnight

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Before today, the oil price appeared to have stabilised.

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5 ASX shares that have soared since Brexit

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) shares are up 26.3% since Brexit, and 532% over the last 12 months!

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Why these 4 shares are charging higher today

| Christopher Georges

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index: ^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is rebounding nicely today, with these four shares enjoying a very strong day.

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Why buying gold shares could be a waste of money

| Sean O'Neill

Thinking of buying EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN), Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM), or St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) to protect your portfolio? Think…

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The investor's guide to Fortescue Metals Group Limited shares

| Robert Stephens

Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited’s (ASX: FMG) 2016 share price run about to come to an abrupt end?

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Gold miner St Barbara Ltd smashes production guidance: Is it a buy?

| James Mickleboro

St Barbara Ltd (ASX:SBM) soars on an increase in the gold price and news that it has smashed full year…

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Why the Lynas Corporation share price soared today

| Mike King

Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) share price soars 20.7% after beating production targets

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Renewed Brexit fears drive gold price higher: Miners to follow

| Mike King

Gold price surges above US$1,360 an ounce

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Is now a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy BHP Billiton Limited shares?

| Robert Stephens

Will there never be a better chance to buy BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) shares?

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Iron ore miner BC Iron Limited surges 25%: Is a turnaround coming?

| James Mickleboro

BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) shares are down 97% since February 2014. Will the rise in iron ore prices allow it…

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Are Rio Tinto Limited shares cheap?

| Tim McArthur

The longer term outlook for Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) shares appears reasonable.

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