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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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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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Recent Resources Shares News

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Origin Energy Ltd plunges to new low – Has it reached the floor?

| Tim McArthur

The market continues to sell down oil and gas giant Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG).

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3 stocks hitting 52-week lows – are they a bargain opportunity?

| Sean O'Neill

Heavy falls at Infomedia Limited (ASX:IFM), Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT) and Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) represent fear for some, and…

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Santos Ltd shares lift as profit plunges

| Regan Pearson

Here's what you need to know about Santos Ltd's (ASX:STO) half-year result.

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Western Areas Ltd shares jump higher as profit surges

| Mitch Sonogan

Western Areas Ltd (ASX:WSA) reported a 37% increase in net profit after tax, confirming why it is one of the…

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DUET Group falls as profit plunges

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Gas and electricity distributor, DUET Group (ASX:DUE), has reported a steep fall in profit but forecast a reasonable outlook.

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Is now the perfect time to buy Woodside Petroleum Limited and Newcrest Mining Limited?

| Peter Stephens

Should you add these 2 resources stocks to your portfolio? Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) and Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM)

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2 of my top ASX picks! Rio Tinto Limited and JB Hi-Fi Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 2 stocks look set to soar: Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH)

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Why the Senex Energy Ltd share price is down nearly 50% in one month

| Regan Pearson

Is Senex Energy Ltd (ASX:SXY) strong enough to weather the fall in oil price?

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Why this may spell disaster for the Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd share price

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Down 10% today, Liquefied Natural Gas Ltd (ASX:LNG) could be headed for more pain

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A bloodbath for the S&P/ASX 200: What every investor needs to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has collapsed under the weight of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA), BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP)…

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Why these 4 ASX stocks are getting hammered today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Hundreds of millions of dollars have been shed from SEEK Limited (ASX:SEK) and Genworth Mortgage Insurance Australia (ASX:GMA).

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Mount Gibson Iron Limited reports major loss: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) is going to need to cut costs even further to survive in this environment.

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Alumina Limited swings to a big profit: Is it a buy?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of resources heavyweight, Alumina Limited (ASX:AWC), have climbed 6% following a positive half-year profit result today.

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What you need to know about the 2015 Woodside Petroleum Limited result

| Sean O'Neill

Here’s what you need to know about Woodside Petroleum Limited’s (ASX:WPL) half-year results announcement this morning.

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Arrium Ltd posts LOSS of $1.9 billion: what you need to know

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Last year Arrium Ltd (ASX:ARI) reported a $205 million profit, iron ore prices have fallen hard since then.

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MMA Offshore Ltd reports full year results: What you need to know

| John Hopkins

MMA Offshore Ltd (ASX:MRM) released its full year 2015 results. Here’s what you need to know.

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2 top resources picks: BHP Billiton Limited and Oil Search Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 2 resources stocks seem to be well-worth buying: BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH)

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Should Santos Ltd investors brace for more pain?

| Regan Pearson

Shares in Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) are getting crushed. Is there more pain to come this week?

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Warning: Iron ore to fall below US$40

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Iron ore is headed into unchartered territory, and not even BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) or Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) will…

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What you need to know about Iluka Resources Limited's 75% profit increase

| Mitch Sonogan

Iluka Resources Limited (ASX:ILU) reported improved half-yearly results, but is the stock attractive at current prices?

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Monadelphous Group Limited: Result 2015

| Sean O'Neill

Falling revenues and dividends don’t leave much for shareholders at Monadelphous Group Limited (ASX:MND) to get excited about.

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Why the Cardno Limited share price plunged nearly 6% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Cardno Limited (ASX:CDD) has reported its full-year earnings results, and they weren't pretty.

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Asciano Ltd confirms takeover: What you need to know

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Asciano Ltd (ASX:AIO) has accepted a record-breaking takeover offer and delivered a healthy jump in profit.

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S&P/ASX 200 buoyed by Big 4 banks: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

The S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) has lifted thanks to a strong rise from Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC), National Australia Bank…

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This is why the Lynas Corporation Limited share price rocketed today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Shares of rare earths miner Lynas Corporation Limited (ASX:LYC) soared as much as 20% early in the session

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Aurizon Holdings Ltd soars on profit result: What you need to know

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of rail freight operator, Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX:AZJ), soared more than 4% today following the announcement of its annual…

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Newcrest Mining Limited soars on upbeat earnings report: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited's (ASX:NCM) share price soared more than 4% today

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The Mining Investor's Handbook – Company Analysis – Western Areas Ltd

| Mitch Sonogan

Western Areas Ltd (ASX:WSA) is Australia's lowest cost nickel producer, but is it a great investment? Follow the in-depth analysis…

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Tiger Resources Limited CEO jumps ship

| Mike King

Tiger Resources Ltd (ASX: TGS) CEO retires from board, but long-suffering shareholders are stuck with shares down 70%

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What to watch when Fortescue Metals Group Limited reports this week

| Andrew Mudie

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) shareholders may be anxious on Wednesday night before the critical earnings release on Thursday morning.

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What to look for when Woodside Petroleum Limited reports this week

| Andrew Mudie

Investors need to be prepared for a big fall in the dividend from Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) this year.

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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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