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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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Resources Shares

Which ASX mining share is up 2,800% this year?

| Bronwyn Allen

Say WHAT?!

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Resources Shares

Is this the best ASX gold share to buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this stock a glittering opportunity right now?

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ASX 200 gold shares sold off on Friday after gold price breaks through US$4,000 per ounce

| Bronwyn Allen

The ASX 200 materials sector led the market last week but the gold stock sell-off on Friday narrowed its gain.

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Revealed: These 4 ASX mining stocks are rocketing as the rare earths boom intensifies

| Bart Bogacz

Riding the wave.

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What's Macquarie's price target on Mineral Resources shares?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie delivers its verdict for the outlook of Mineral Resources shares.

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie think Fortescue shares are worth?

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie delivers its verdict on the outlook for Fortescue shares and the big Aussie miners.

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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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Why Rio Tinto, Fortescue and BHP shares could get a major earnings upgrade

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are up 10% since early August and tailwinds may persist.

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New Pilbara mine plan delivers "outstanding financial returns" this All Ords copper company says

| Cameron England

This new Western Australian copper mine will be a boon for shareholders, company management says.

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Guess which ASX All Ords mining stock is rocketing 36% on big news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX All Ords miner today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Copper surges as AI data centre boom drives demand

| Leigh Gant

Rising copper prices are driving interest in ASX copper shares as AI, EV, and grid infrastructure growth tighten global supply.

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Resources Shares

Here's the dividend forecast out to 2030 for BHP shares

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the dividend potential of the business.

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Forget gold! Pilbara Minerals shares take centre stage as lithium stocks surge

| Bart Bogacz

Is lithium flying under the radar?

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Why the Rio Tinto share price looks like an undervalued buy right now

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into why the miner is an opportunity today.

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Is the Pilbara Minerals share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

Can the ASX lithium share keep charging higher?

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Is the BHP share price a buy amid China iron ore ban worries?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a worrying time or an opportunity for BHP shares?

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These 3 ASX mining stocks are flying under the radar as the silver price explodes

| Bart Bogacz

Riding the gravy train.

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Guess which big 3 ASX 200 mining share led the charge in September

| Bernd Struben

September delivered another month of outperformance for the big ASX 200 miners. Here’s why.

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BHP doubles down on copper with massive Olympic Dam spend

| Cameron England

The big Australian has flagged a massive capital expenditure boost to increase copper output in South Australia.

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BHP shares under pressure as rumours swirl about Chinese iron ore import ban

| Cameron England

BHP is not commenting on a supposed Chinese ban on buying its iron ore, as the company's shares tick lower.

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BHP shares in pole position as Morgan Stanley flags 37% upside for this critical metal

| Bart Bogacz

Poised to storm higher?

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Mineral Resources rated outperform as the company completes Onslow Haul Road upgrade

| Cameron England

Mineral Resources says its once-troubled Onslow Haul Road is now fit for purpose.

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Revealed: 3 strategic metals outperforming the record-breaking gold price and how to get on the action

| Bart Bogacz

Leading the charge in 2025.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 mining shares soar amid strong week for materials sector

| Bronwyn Allen

One ASX 200 mining share ripped 32% higher on strengthened commodity prices alone last week.

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Fortescue shares in the green amid big decarbonisation news

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue shares are leading the renewables charge. Here's what's happening now.

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Own Fortescue shares? Here's why today is a big day for you!

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's what is happening on Friday.

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Resources Shares

Australian copper stocks dominate gains on the ASX after Indonesian mine tragedy impacts supply

| Cameron England

Shares in Australian copper miners are surging after the fallout from an Indonesian mine disaster becomes clear.

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BHP shares rising strongly amid a big day for shareholders

| Bronwyn Allen

Here's what is happening on Thursday.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX lithium stocks to avoid: Macquarie

| Samantha Menzies

The broker names the two stocks to avoid as lithium shares rebound.

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Resources Shares

Why is everyone talking about BHP shares today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are grabbing financial headlines. But why?

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Resources Shares

Is the Fortescue share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

There are significant changes happening for the ASX miner.

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Why are investors piling into this gold stock, when production is set to slip?

| Cameron England

Vault Minerals' gold production will dip slightly this year, before resuming a growth trajectory.

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Where will BHP shares be in 3 years?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the potential future for the mining giant.

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This little-known ASX gold stock has surged by 41% in just one month. Here's why

| Bart Bogacz

Momentum building.

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Resources Shares

Why is the South32 share price falling today?

| Bronwyn Allen

The diversified miner is in the red on Thursday. Here's why.

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Up 125% since April, ASX All Ords mining stock achieves 'exceptional' rare earth recoveries

| Bernd Struben

The resurgent ASX All Ords mining stock aims to be a rare earths powerhouse.

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Should you buy this ASX 200 mining stock after it crashed 8%?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this miner.

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Shares in rare earths project developer flying on mineral lease grant

| Cameron England

Northern Minerals says there will be a global shortfall of the rare earths minerals it has in abundance.

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Why did Macquarie just downgrade New Hope shares?

| Samantha Menzies

The miner released its FY25 financial results yesterday.

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BHP share price tumbles as 750 Queensland jobs axed

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are slipping on Wednesday amid news of major job reductions.

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