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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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Are Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd shares about to light up the ASX?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

They rose 1,400% in 2014, and are up 53% in 2015: Are Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd (ASX:LNG) shares ready to…

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S&P/ASX 200 selloff continues: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has fallen again, compounding yesterday's losses. Leading it down today is BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP),…

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Newcrest Mining Limited shines on quarterly result but is it a buy?

| Brendon Lau

Australia's largest listed gold miner has rallied this morning as it delivered a better-than-expected quarterly report even as gold enters…

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited reports: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) exceeded its own production guidance during the 2015 fiscal year.

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Is it time to dump Newcrest Mining Limited?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) shares have fallen more than 12% this week.

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6 things you need to know about South32 Ltd's quarterly report

| Brendon Lau

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) broke four annual production records but this won't be enough to win it new fans as it…

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are getting hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

DUET Group (ASX:DUE) and Tabcorp Holdings Limited (ASX:TAH) are amongst the market's worst-performing stocks today.

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5 key facts you need to know from BHP Billiton Limited's operations report

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has flagged a pullback in production from three of its four "pillar" commodities.

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 5 – Coal

| Mitch Sonogan

A summary of the Australian coal industry and some of the challenges facing it now and into the future.

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Should you invest in Woodside Petroleum Limited and Crown Resorts Ltd?

| Peter Stephens

Is now the right time to add these 2 stocks to your portfolio? Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) and Crown Resorts…

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are sinking today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) has continued its descent, as have Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) and G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM).

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are beating the market today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Echo Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX:EGP) and Rhipe Ltd (ASX:RPE) are delivering strong returns today.

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EVOLUTION FPO achieves record production: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) produced a record amount of gold during the 2015 financial year.

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Is OZ Minerals Limited a buy, hold or sell?

| Tim McArthur

The outlook for OZ Minerals Limited (ASX:OZL) includes both positives and negatives.

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Oil Search Limited jumps on quarterly result: what investors need to know

| Brendon Lau

Shares in Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH) are bucking the downtrend in the sector after it upgraded its full year production…

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DUET Group to acquire Energy Developments Limited: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

DUET Group (ASX:DUE) described Energy Developments Limited (ASX:ENE) as being a "strong strategic fit".

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Gold's flash crash: Is there more pain to come?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM), EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) all suffered heavy losses on Monday.

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2 of the best turnaround stocks on the ASX: Rio Tinto Limited and Woolworths Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 2 stocks have the potential to deliver stunning returns: Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW).

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Atlas Iron Limited still in trouble after raising $86 million

| Mike King

Atlas Iron Limited (ASX:AGO) falls well short of $180 million target

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S&P/ASX 200 shines bright as gold crumbles: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has eked out a minor gain, helped by companies such as Australia and New Zealand…

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Here's why Newcrest Mining Limited has been crushed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) and EVOLUTION FPO (ASX:EVN) have been slammed following a 'flash crash' in the price of gold.

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 4 – Gold

| Mitch Sonogan

Part 4 of the Mining Investor's Handbook looks at the Australian gold mining industry and some important issues investors need…

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Did you miss this news on the ASX this week?

| Matt Brazier

A run-down of this week’s major market announcements.

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S&P/ASX 200 ends a strong week: Why now is a great time to buy ASX shares

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) took a breather on Friday, although CSL Limited (ASX:CSL), Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and Woodside Petroleum…

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are soaring higher today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Regis Resources Limited (ASX:RRL) and Nine Entertainment Co Holdings Ltd (ASX:NEC) are amongst the market's top-performing stocks today.

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Santos Ltd slides as quarterly revenue takes a hit: What investors need to know

| Brendon Lau

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) is underperforming the sector this morning after it reported a close to 20% drop in revenue in…

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Is Lynas Corporation Limited back in the buy zone?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) soared 24% following a positive cash flow result.

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Is Mount Gibson Limited good value or a value trap?

| Mike King

With a market cap of $223 million and a net cash balance of $334 million, is Mount Gibson Limited (ASX:MGX)…

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Woodside Petroleum Limited sees revenues crash: What it means for dividends

| Sean O'Neill

Although it took longer than usual, Woodside Petroleum Ltd (ASX:WPL) is finally feeling the pain from lower oil and gas…

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Part 3 – Iron Ore

| Mitch Sonogan

Part 3 of this extensive series looks into the iron ore industry including the major companies and some of the…

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5 big-name ASX stocks getting hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Primary Health Care Limited (ASX:PRY) and Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) are amongst the market's biggest losers today.

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Is Rio Tinto Limited's production shortfall a blessing in disguise?

| Brendon Lau

The iron ore giant cut its full year production guidance as its June quarter output fell short of expectations. But…

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5 reasons why you should give Alumina Limited another look

| Andrew Mudie

Alumina Limited (ASX:AWC) offers investors a dominant position in the global aluminium industry that continues to grow faster than other…

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4 big reasons to avoid Fortescue Metals Group Limited

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) has rebounded 10% over the last week, but still poses a huge risk to investors'…

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Is the weak outlook for oil a reason to sell Woodside Petroleum Limited?

| Tim McArthur

Owning shares in Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) requires investors to have a view on the oil price.

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Why I think you should avoid Rio Tinto Limited and BHP Billiton Limited

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Yet another reason you should avoid BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) shares.

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4 ASX stocks thumping the market today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

G8 Education Ltd (ASX:GEM), Greencross Limited (ASX:GXL) and Bradken Limited (ASX:BKN) are among the climbers during today's session.

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Why speculative miner Australian Bauxite Ltd soared 10% today

| Sean O'Neill

Is Australian Bauxite Ltd (ASX:ABX) a buy after its market-sensitive update today?

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BHP Billiton Limited flags multi-billion dollar impairment: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has come under selling pressure today with the shares falling to just $26.69.

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Is iron ore set to fall further in 2015?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG), BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) and Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) are all at risk.

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