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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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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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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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Is now the perfect time to buy Rio Tinto Limited and Origin Energy Ltd?

| Peter Stephens

Should you add these 2 resources stocks to your portfolio? Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG)

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Beat a volatile ASX with Telstra Corporation Ltd and Aurizon Holdings Ltd

| Peter Stephens

These 2 stocks could stabilise your portfolio and boost your returns: Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX:AZJ)

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Why Santos Ltd, Origin Energy Ltd and Oil Search Limited have hit new lows

| Tim McArthur

Low share prices across the energy sector could spark a round of M&A activity which could benefit Santos Ltd (ASX:STO),…

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How Divestment Activists Saved ANU a Fortune

| Claude Walker

How one university avoided wasting its money on Santos Ltd (ASX:STO)...

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Can Atlas Iron Limited survive?

| Brendon Lau

The massive $1.38 billion loss posted by Atlas Iron Limited (ASX:AGO) may have been expected but the full year result…

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Why Newcrest Mining Limited's share price is soaring higher today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) is just one Australia's gold mining stocks rocketing higher today.

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S&P/ASX 200 rebounds as miners surge: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is back in the black, led by BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited…

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Another loss for WHITEHAVEN COAL LIMITED: Time to sell?

| Sean O'Neill

There are precious few bright spots for WHITEHAVEN COAL LIMITED (ASX:WHC) shareholders today.

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An investor's guide to Beach Energy Ltd

| Tim McArthur

Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) is aiming to set itself on a more profitable course.

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Why the Origin Energy Ltd share price fell 3%

| Tim McArthur

Origin Energy Ltd's (ASX:ORG) share price has fallen 3% after the announcement of a write-down.

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Why you should consider WorleyParsons Limited for your portfolio 

| Brett Bearham

WorleyParsons Limited (ASX:WOR) has seen its share price halve in 12 months, but it is well placed for a recovery. 

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Why BHP Billiton Limited's and Rio Tinto Limited's share prices were hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) have fallen 4.4% and 5.9% respectively, while Fortescue Metals Group Limited…

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OZ Minerals Limited reports – is it time to buy?

| Mitch Sonogan

OZ Minerals Limited (ASX:OZL) reported great results but its share price is down 5% - is it time to buy?

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S&P/ASX 200 crumbles on more Chinese shockwaves: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) is underwater again with BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) sinking fast.

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Rio Tinto Limited vs Newcrest Mining Limited: which should you buy?

| Peter Stephens

If you can buy only one or the other, should it be Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) or Newcrest Mining Limited…

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Boom Logistics Limited reports losses but is it a buy?

| Matt Brazier

Crane provider Boom Logistics Limited (ASX:BOL) reports big losses, but is there hidden value?

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 13 – Mining Giants

| Mitch Sonogan

Part 13 looks at the recent past of the global mining giants listed on the ASX and whether they provide…

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Why the Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd share price is soaring today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd (ASX:LNG) stunned investors today as its shares soared as much as 12% to a high of…

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Paladin Energy Ltd shares jump 12%: Here's why

| Mike King

Paladin Energy Ltd CEO steps down, but this is no bargain

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Here's why the Worleyparsons Limited share price is falling today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Worleyparsons Limited's (ASX:WOR) share price has fallen more than 3% to a new 10-year low of just $8.39.

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The coal mining myth that could send you broke

| Claude Walker

Is risk lurking in your portfolio?

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Bradken Limited reports: What you need to know

| Matt Brazier

Engineering company Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) released a bad set of results this morning.

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Banks and mining services head lower: What you need to know

| Tim McArthur

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ASX:ANZ) and Orica Ltd (ASX:ORI) were amongst last week’s biggest losers.

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 12 – Small and Mid-sized Producers

| Mitch Sonogan

Part 12 looks at Small and Mid-sized producers - this is where investors should start their search for a profitable…

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More job cuts at BHP Billiton Limited: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) is thinning out its workforce in response to plummeting commodity prices.

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Is gold miner EVOLUTION FPO still raking in the cash?

| Regan Pearson

Earlier this year Evolution FPO (ASX:EVN) was one of the miners to beat. Is it still?

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Rio Tinto Limited reports: What you need to know

| Brendon Lau

First half earnings from Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) have plunged, but the result holds more positive than negative news. Is…

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BHP Billiton Limited and Newcrest Mining Limited: 2 mining stocks set to soar?

| Peter Stephens

Could these 2 mining stocks be worth buying right now: BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM)?

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Regis Resources Limited sinks 33%: Is it time to buy?

| John Hopkins

In the past six months, Regis Resources Limited’s (ASX: RRL) share price has fallen 33%. Is it time to buy?

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Rio Tinto Limited and Commonwealth Bank of Australia: 2 of the best stocks on the ASX?

| Peter Stephens

Should you add these 2 stocks to your portfolio? Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA)

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Why Origin Energy Ltd tumbled 3.2% today

| Tim McArthur

Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) has boosted its balance sheet strength but the share price is falling.

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Why I'm not buying Rio Tinto Limited for its dividend

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) is still being tipped to lift its dividend payout despite increased pressure from lower commodity prices.

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 11 – Exploration Companies

| Mitch Sonogan

This article looks at the high risk, high reward nature of mineral exploration companies and what you can do to…

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Is AWE Limited worth a gamble?

| Mike King

With an estimated 100 million barrels of oil equivalent 2P reserves, AWE Limited (ASX:AWE) could be cheap

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S&P/ASX 200 surges as CSL Limited tops $100: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has risen beyond 5,700 points, while CSL Limited (ASX:CSL) has topped the $100 per share…

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Australia's energy stocks plunge: Is there more pain to come?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd (ASX:LNG), Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) are all acting as a drag on…

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Why these 5 ASX stocks are copping a belting today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Cash Converters International Ltd (ASX:CCV), South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) and Nufarm Limited (ASX:NUF) are dragging the market lower today.

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S&P/ASX 200 falls as commodities plunge: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has suffered a setback today at the hands of BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio…

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 10 – Mining Operations

| Mitch Sonogan

Part 10 in the series takes a closer look at the typical mining operations typical of the large iron ore…

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Iron ore slammed 4%: What every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

With strong headwinds forecast, not even BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) or Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) are looking particularly compelling at…

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