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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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Why you shouldn't invest in South32 Ltd just yet

| Mitch Sonogan

The risks of investing in South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) before it releases its first full year results must be considered before…

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Here's why Australia's energy and gas stocks are gushing higher today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Oil Search Limited (ASX:OSH) has risen 3.2% while Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL), Origin Energy Ltd (ASX:ORG) and Santos Ltd (ASX:STO)…

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Will Santos Ltd be the biggest comeback kid in the sector for FY16?

| Brendon Lau

Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) is on track to be the biggest loser in the large cap energy sector for FY15…

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South32 Ltd suffers its first setback: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has suffered its first setback as a public company with an announcement regarding one of its manganese…

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Dividend report card: Santos Ltd

| Regan Pearson

How does Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) rank and should you buy for its dividend?

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Rio Tinto Limited vs BHP Billiton Limited: Which miner should you buy?

| Peter Stephens

Which of these 2 mining majors has the most appeal: Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) or BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP)?

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Why I'd buy Santos Ltd before Woodside Petroleum Limited

| Peter Stephens

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) holds more appeal than Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL). Here's why.

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10 things you need to know about South32 Ltd

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) listed on the ASX just over three weeks ago, and could be a great way for investors…

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What's going on between Fortescue Metals Group Limited and China?

| Andrew Mudie

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) shareholders may be diluted.

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The decline of BHP Billiton Limited

| Gretchen Alt-Cooper

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) goes from being the Big Australian to being a big risk. 

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4 ASX stocks getting crushed by the market today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) and Metcash Limited (ASX:MTS) once again find themselves amongst the market's worst performers.

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Should you buy Fortescue Metals Group Limited?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

With the price of iron ore on the rise, Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) is back on the market's mind.

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Is Woodside Petroleum Limited the best way to play oil and gas markets?

| Sean O'Neill

Here's why Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) looks a better bet than competitor Santos Ltd (ASX:STO).

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Bradken Limited jumps on renewed takeover talk: What you need to know

| Brendon Lau

The engineering contractor is hotly sought after among private equity corporate raiders as the stock wallows around six-year lows. The…

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South32 Ltd removed from ASX 20: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has been removed from the S&P/ASX 20 (ASX:XTL) group, while Domino's Pizza Enerprises Ltd. (ASX:DMP) has been…

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UGL Limited: A bargain mining services company?

| Andrew Mudie

After doubling, UGL Limited (ASX:UGL) still looks cheap on face value….

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Is it time to buy Westpac Banking Corp, Rio Tinto Limited and National Australia Bank Ltd?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

A long-term investment in shares of Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC), Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) and National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX:NAB)…

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Is South32 Ltd a better bet than BHP Billiton Limited?

| Tim McArthur

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) might be the 'Big Australian' but South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) might be the better investment.

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Management shakeup at Newcrest Mining Limited: What you need to know

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) has instigated a number of changes in an effort to improve its existing operations.

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Aurizon Holdings Ltd appoints new boss: What you need to know

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Rail operator, Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX:AZJ), today announced the appointment of a new independent non-executive director and chairman elect.

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4 reasons why BHP Billiton Limited is on the nose today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) has slipped more than 2%, underperforming the benchmark S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO)

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3 of my favourite mining stocks: Rio Tinto Limited, BHP Billiton Limited and Newcrest Mining Limited

| Peter Stephens

These 3 mining stocks could be set to soar: Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO), BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Newcrest Mining…

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Here's why South32 Ltd is a great investment today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has retreated to just $2.17, down from a recent high of $2.45.

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Will Fortescue Metals Group Limited need to do a capital raising?

| Brendon Lau

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) is hotly refuting claims that it is in need of a capital injection. But you…

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Do you own May's top stocks and what does June hold?

| Andrew Mudie

REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) disappointed while Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN) surged another 9%, could it happen again in June?

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Should you buy Rio Tinto Limited?

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Shares of Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) could come under further selling pressure in the near future.

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Newcrest Mining Limited falls 5.4%: Should you buy?

| Tim McArthur

Now could be a great time to selectively buy gold stocks, however, Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) might not be one…

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Is Senex Energy Ltd. set to provide investors big returns in 2015? 

| Nate

Senex Energy Ltd. (ASX:SXY) is well placed to prosper if the recent oil price rally continues.

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Here's why you must avoid Australia's mining services providers

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

If you needed further proof that Australia's mining boom has come to an end, you need only read this alarming…

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Should you buy South32 Ltd today?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) has retreated since its recent peak, giving investors another look at a buying opportunity.

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Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited facing a tax investigation?

| Andrew Mudie

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) says its doing the right thing…

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Is iron ore facing a long-term bear market?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) have slumped despite a strong rise in iron ore prices…

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Here's why Fortescue Metals Group Limited's Chairman Andrew Forrest woke up $243million richer today

| Tim McArthur

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) share price spiked 10.6% yesterday.

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Is Fortescue Metals Group Limited a takeover target?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Media reports are suggesting the Foreign Investment Review Board has received applications for an investment in Fortescue Metals Group Limited…

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2 stocks I'm avoiding: Fortescue Metals Group Limited and Rio Tinto Limited

| Owen Raszkiewicz

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) are not good buys today.

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3 reasons why Fortescue Metals Group Limited is soaring today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) shares soared by as much as 15% today.

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Dividend report card: Woodside Petroleum Limited

| Regan Pearson

Should you buy Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL) for its dividend?

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Are Fortescue Metals Group Limited and BC Iron Limited the next takeover targets?

| Brendon Lau

It's "Monday Merger Mania" as takeover deals and speculation dominate the trading day. Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and BC…

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Iron ore surges towards US$60 a tonne: Is it time to buy the miners?

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) jumped 2.4% as iron ore continued to defy analysts' expectations.

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Why Sirius Resources N.L. surged 21% today

| Ryan Newman (TMFNewmy)

Sirius Resources N.L. (ASX:SIR) shares rose 21%, but arguably should have risen even more. Here's why they didn't.

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