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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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Resources Shares

Gina Rinehart-backed Vulcan Energy Resources pulls trigger on European lithium project

| Cameron England

Vulcan Energy Resources will raise billions in new debt and equity as it decides to go ahead with its Lionheart…

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Opinions

Rio Tinto versus BHP shares: One I'd buy and one I'd sell

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s what to expect over the next 12 months.

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Resources Shares

With copper increasingly in demand, what are the Aussie stocks Wilsons Advisory is tipping to be winners?

| Cameron England

With copper demand likely to remain strong, and supply challenged, Wilsons Advisory says it could be time to buy in.

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Resources Shares

What happened with BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue shares in November?

| Bernd Struben

Did Rio Tinto, Fortescue, or BHP shares lead the charge in November? Let’s find out.

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Resources Shares

Is the BHP share price a buy for passive income?

| Tristan Harrison

Is BHP an opportunity worth unearthing for dividends?

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Resources Shares

Invested in Fortescue shares? Here are the dividend dates for 2026

| Bronwyn Allen

But will you be impressed with next year's dividend payment?

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Resources Shares

Down 55% in 10 weeks, is it time to cut and run on Locksley Resources shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Locksley Resources shares peaked at 69 cents in late September. Today, they are worth 31 cents.

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Broker Notes

Up 131% in 2025, why Macquarie expects Lynas Rare Earths shares to keep outperforming in 2026

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie remains bullish on the outlook for Lynas rocketing shares. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Up 162% in 2025, why is this ASX All Ords silver share leaping higher again today?

| Bernd Struben

Investors are piling into the ASX All Ords silver miner on Tuesday. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

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

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the profit potential of BHP.

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Share Gainers

Guess which ASX lithium stock just doubled investors' money on Friday

| Bernd Struben

Investors just sent this small-cap ASX lithium stock up 139%. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

If I invest $10,000 in Fortescue shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2026?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the dividend potential of Fortescue shares.

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Resources Shares

Liontown Resources shares up 147% this year: What's next for this lithium stock?

| Samantha Menzies

The lithium producer has had a great run this year.

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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

Why are shares in Aussie lithium producers being sold off today?

| Cameron England

Australian lithium companies have been sold off after reports a major Chinese mine could soon restart operations.

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Resources Shares

Up 400% in 2025! This Gina Rinehart-backed ASX rare earths stock just delivered some big news

| Bart Bogacz

“World class” deposit.

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why is the BHP share price lifting today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares are grabbing a lot of investor interest on Monday. Let’s see why.

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Resources Shares

Mineral Resources shares: After a year of outperformance (up 45%), is it still a buy?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this a good time to invest in the miner?

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Resources Shares

Macquarie tips 23% upside for this ASX 200 stock

| Cameron England

Macquarie analysts believe Worley shares are good buying at current levels with steady plans for growth this financial year to…

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Resources Shares

New critical minerals manufacturer aiming to list on the ASX

| Cameron England

Advanced Energy Minerals, which produces high purity alumina, is looking to raise up to $50 million ahead of a listing…

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Resources Shares

Invested in ASX mining shares? Expert recommends diversity over iron ore concentration

| Bronwyn Allen

Jed Richards from Shaw and Partners says diversified miners make sense in the current environment.

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Resources Shares

I was a huge fan of Fortescue shares, then this happened…

| Tristan Harrison

Fortescue is not an attractive business to me any more. Here’s why.

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Opinions

Woodside vs Fortescue shares: One I'd buy and one I'd sell

| Samantha Menzies

Here's what we can expect over the next 12 months.

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Broker Notes

Up 157% since April, why Macquarie expects this ASX 300 mining stock to surge another 31%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie expects more outsized returns from this surging ASX 300 copper and gold miner. Let’s see why…

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie think BHP shares are worth today?

| Bernd Struben

Here’s Macquarie's take on BHP shares following the UK court’s Brazilian dam collapse ruling.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares in focus as ASX 200 mining titan lands major gold project ranking

| Bart Bogacz

Second largest gold project in the world.

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Resources Shares

Macquarie names which lithium stocks to buy, and which to avoid

| Cameron England

Macquarie has named three lithium stocks it thinks will outperform in a market for the critical mineral which is heating…

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Resources Shares

BHP share price slips on UK court's Brazilian dam disaster ruling

| Bernd Struben

The English High Court found BHP liable for the Brazilian dam collapse. Now what?

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 mining shares rip as lithium makes a comeback

| Bronwyn Allen

Lithium miners had a spectacular week, with the Pilbara Minerals share price soaring 30% in just 5 days.

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Resources Shares

Lithium bulls take control as these 3 ASX 200 mining stocks soar by more than 100%

| Bart Bogacz

Running hard.

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Resources Shares

Why are Core Lithium shares piling on the gains today?

| Cameron England

Core Lithium shares have piled on the gains on positive comments about the company's Finniss project in the Northern Territory.

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Resources Shares

Up 100% in six months, here's why Mineral Resources shares could keep rising

| Tristan Harrison

This stock could continue delivering strong returns.

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Resources Shares

Why mining stocks can keep rallying: Expert

| Aaron Bell

Thought you missed out on the bull run? This expert says mining stocks can continue rising.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie prefer Rio Tinto or BHP shares?

| Bernd Struben

Should you buy Rio Tinto shares or BHP shares? Here’s Macquarie’s take.

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Resources Shares

Short sellers launch attack against $1.9 billion Australian critical minerals outfit

| Cameron England

A US investment firm says this Australian critical minerals producer is very overvalued.

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Resources Shares

Minerals Resources shares shoot 21% higher this week: Buy, hold or sell?

| Samantha Menzies

Here’s what Macquarie analysts think.

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Resources Shares

Copper miner's shares rocket 30% on deal with Sandfire Resources

| Cameron England

Sandfire Resources in buying into a major copper project in South Australia, with a rapid pathway to development.

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Resources Shares

Up 85% or more! These 3 hidden ASX mining stocks are soaring as the copper price ignites

| Bart Bogacz

Riding the copper wave.

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Resources Shares

With $1 billion in cash on the balance sheet, should you buy Pilbara Minerals shares today?

| Bernd Struben

A leading expert delivers his verdict on Pilbara Minerals surging shares.

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