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Resources Shares

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

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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Resources Shares

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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Resources Shares

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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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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Resources Shares

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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Resources Shares

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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Resources Shares

Brokers issue new price targets on soaring ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX 200 mining shares BHP, PLS Group, South32, and many others hit multi-year highs this week.

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Resources Shares

Buying BHP and Rio Tinto shares? Here's how the ASX mining giants are partnering up

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto and BHP are shaking things up in Western Australia.

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Resources Shares

Mining momentum: 2 ASX stocks that could surprise investors this January

| Aaron Teboneras

Copper demand is rising fast in 2026, putting Sandfire Resources and Rio Tinto back in focus.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue shares vs. BHP: Which delivered superior returns in 2025?

| Bronwyn Allen

We compare the 12-month returns of the two biggest ASX 200 mining shares, BHP and Fortescue.

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Resources Shares

Silver just tumbled 5% today. What on earth is going on?

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver fell 5% after record highs as profit taking hit demand.

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Resources Shares

Gallium has been earmarked as a critical mineral. Here's how you can get exposure on the ASX

| Cameron England

These four companies are all looking to become producers.

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Resources Shares

Up 113% since April, why this $4 billion ASX 200 mining stock is tipped to keep outperforming in 2026

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker forecasts more outperformance from this surging ASX 200 mining stock.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares hover near 52-week high as momentum builds. Is a breakout coming?

| Aaron Teboneras

BHP shares trade near a 52-week high as buyer momentum supports the uptrend.

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Resources Shares

PLS shares near all-time high as lithium rebounds. Buy now or wait?

| Aaron Teboneras

PLS shares surge as lithium rebounds, but technical signals suggest volatility near all-time highs.

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Resources Shares

The government is looking to stockpile antimony – these four companies can help you gain exposure

| Cameron England

These companies will be in the box seat to take full advantage.

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Resources Shares

A fourth contract win in under a month has this ASX 200 company's shares at a new record high

| Cameron England

The company has more than doubled in value over the past year.

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Resources Shares

Why this ASX 200 resources stock is off to a flying start in 2026

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are warming up to the WA miner's rare earths strategy.

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Resources Shares

BHP share price tipped to rise to $56: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

Amid rising commodity prices, 6 brokers have updated their ratings and 12-month share price targets for BHP.

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Resources Shares

Up 55% since June, are Fortescue shares set for a big retrace?

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker expects Fortescue shares to tumble 18%.

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Resources Shares

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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Resources Shares

Lake Resources shares slide 15% today but are still up 175% in a year. What's going on?

| Aaron Teboneras

Lake Resources shares dip as investors lock in gains after a strong run.

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52-Week Highs

ASX mining shares on fire! New 52-week highs today

| Bronwyn Allen

PLS Group, Liontown, IGO, Mineral Resources, Newmont, and South32 are among today's surging mining stocks.

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Resources Shares

Up 240% since June, guess which ASX All Ords lithium share is jumping higher again on Tuesday

| Bernd Struben

This surging ASX All Ords lithium share is catching investor interest again today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Australian silver shares jump after a strong week for the price of the precious metal

| Cameron England

It's lining up to be another strong year for the silver price.

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Resources Shares

Up 167% in a year, why this ASX silver stock is surging again today

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver’s record-breaking rally is sending this ASX silver stock higher again.

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Resources Shares

Why ASX 200 copper stocks like Sandfire and BHP shares could be in the sweet spot in 2026

| Bernd Struben

I think BHP, Sandfire, and Capstone Copper could deliver some outsized returns in 2026. Here's why.

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Resources Shares

This lithium company has hit a new 12-month high on expansion news

| Cameron England

A fast-track to more production has been identified.

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Resources Shares

Argosy Minerals' lithium project ticks off key milestone

| Cameron England

A key piece of the puzzle has been slotted in.

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Resources Shares

Silver, lithium, and critical minerals commodities book double digit gains in just one week

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's why these commodities surged last week, and some of the ASX shares that benefitted.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 materials sector dominates as scores of mining shares hit new highs

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Rio Tinto, Sandfire, PLS Group, Liontown, Regis, and South32 hit 52-week highs last week.

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Dividend Investing

Fortescue, Rio Tinto or BHP shares? Guess which ASX mining stock paid the most passive income in 2025

| Bernd Struben

Just how much passive income did the big ASX mining stocks like BHP pay out in 2025?

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto locks in key 2026 dates. What investors should watch next

| Aaron Teboneras

Rio Tinto has locked in its 2026 results and dividend dates.

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Resources Shares

Which rare earths company, with a major project in Greenland, has seen a share price uplift on new US move?

| Cameron England

This company is aiming for a listing on the NASDAQ.

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Resources Shares

$10,000 invested in QRE ETF a year ago is now worth…

| Bronwyn Allen

With the price of many commodities soaring, is the QRE ETF delivering the goods for investors?

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Resources Shares

This ASX mining stock is up 120% in a year. Can the rally continue?

| Aaron Teboneras

Strong momentum raises the question of whether more upside lies ahead.

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Resources Shares

With mining to kick off next month, this bauxite miner's stock is on the rise

| Cameron England

Let's take a look.

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Resources Shares

This ASX 200 company's shares have hit a new record high on more contract success

| Cameron England

This company keeps racking up the wins.

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Resources Shares

This ASX resources stock is soaring 7% on a big quarterly result

| Aaron Teboneras

Shares in this ASX resources company jumped after a quarterly update highlighted stronger production and a significantly improved balance sheet.

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Resources Shares

Up 400% in a year: Why is this ASX silver stock breaking records today?

| James Mickleboro

This silver stock is catching the eye again on Wednesday. What is it this time?

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52-Week Highs

Scores of ASX mining shares hit 52-week highs

| Bronwyn Allen

BHP, Rio Tinto, South32, and Mineral Resources shares are among those that hit 52-week highs today.

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Resources Shares

Coronado shares surge 12% after Monday's sell-off

| Aaron Teboneras

Coronado shares rebounded sharply on Tuesday after heavy selling, as investors reassessed the impact of last week’s incident.

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Resources Shares

Almost a four bagger, this ASX tungsten company says production is strong as its shares hit a record

| Cameron England

This company's shares are flying, but they have bigger plans in store.

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Resources Shares

With the copper price hitting a new record, how can you get exposure?

| Cameron England

With copper prices set to remain high, here are some shares which might be worth a look.

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Resources Shares

This ASX 200 company is celebrating its second major contract win in as many months

| Cameron England

Shares in this engineering company are trading higher after a major contract win.

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Resources Shares

Silver rebounds putting ASX silver stocks back in focus

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver’s sharp rebound has reignited investor interest, with ASX silver stocks benefiting from strong demand and tight supply.

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