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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

What this unprecedented short squeeze signals for ASX copper stocks

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper stocks have been benefiting from soaring demand for the red metal amid limited new supplies.

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ASX 200 banks vs. mining stocks: Which is the better buy today?

| Bronwyn Allen

Ray David from Blackwattle Partners explains the significant divergence in performance this year.

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Can BHP stock regain its dividend crown?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the passive income potential of this company.

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Own ASX mining shares? Experts say an upswing in commodity prices has begun

| Bronwyn Allen

HSBC economists Paul Bloxham and Jamie Culling explain why global commodity prices are rising.

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Dividend Investing

Invest $6,000 in Fortescue shares and get $502 in passive income

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue shares delivered a boosted dividend to passive income investors in March.

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Opinions

3 ASX 200 mining shares to buy now with less than $1,000

| Bernd Struben

I think all three of these ASX shares could enjoy an unexpected rebound in 2024.

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Share Gainers

If I'd invested $5,000 in this ASX mining stock a week ago I'd have $11,923 today!

| Bernd Struben

The little ASX mining stock has drawn rising interest from investors this past week.

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My top ASX lithium stock to buy and hold while waiting for the next boom

| Tony Yoo

The battery mineral has really struggled in the past year. Which shares are the best to buy for cheap now…

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Recent Resources Shares News

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Rio Tinto share price sinks amid gas woes

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto is struggling to secure the gas it needs to power all of its projects.

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ASX 200 mining stocks flying higher on 'most relaxed' Chinese stimulus ever

| Bernd Struben

BHP, Fortescue and Rio Tinto shares could all benefit from China’s new stimulus measures.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP shares charging higher as the clock ticks down on the Anglo American takeover

| Bernd Struben

BHP has less than three days before the clock runs down on its $64 billion Anglo American takeover bid.

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2 of the best ASX mining stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these miners.

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Dividend Investing

Buy 300 shares in this glorious ASX 200 dividend stock and create almost $2,000 in passive income

| Bernd Struben

Atop the juicy passive income, I like this ASX dividend beauty for its potential share price gains.

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Resources Shares

Up 51% from their 52-week low, is it too late to buy Mineral Resources shares?

| Bronwyn Allen

Mineral Resources has been on a tear since mid-January. Do these top brokers think it's too late to buy?

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ASX 200 mining shares charging higher amid China's $210 billion cash injection

| Bernd Struben

The big three ASX 200 miners are charging higher on Friday even as the benchmark sinks.

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Two excited mining workers in yellow high vis vests and hardhats shake hands to congratulate each other on a mineral discovery
Resources Shares

What this unprecedented short squeeze signals for ASX copper stocks

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper stocks have been benefiting from soaring demand for the red metal amid limited new supplies.

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Resources Shares

What's the outlook for ASX iron ore shares after the federal budget?

| Tristan Harrison

There may be trouble ahead for the iron ore price according to broker Citi.

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How Fortescue shares could gain from the Federal budget

| Bernd Struben

Fortescue could be among the ASX shares to benefit most from the new Federal budget.

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ASX 200 uranium stock Boss Energy surges on copper news

| Bernd Struben

Boss Energy is best known for its Honeymoon uranium project. Now copper and gold have joined the menu.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Buying BHP shares? Here's what's happening with the Anglo American takeover

| Bernd Struben

BHP’s Mike Henry and Anglo American’s Duncan Wanblad are manoeuvring for shareholder approval.

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Why more ASX mining shares could soon turn to takeover bids

| Sebastian Bowen

The rush of mining shares merging on the ASX is a good thing, says this expert.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy Fortescue shares for that fat 8% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

More than one expert reckons Fortescue's dividends are looking shaky.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP share price slides amid no deal on 'compelling opportunity'

| Bernd Struben

BHP’s Mike Henry responded to Anglo American’s rejection of the improved takeover deal.

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Share Gainers

'Ideally positioned': Why this ASX copper stock just rocketed 57%

| Bernd Struben

Investors are snapping up shares in the ASX copper stock on Monday. But why?

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Three miners wearing hard hats and high vis vests take a break on site at a mine as the Fortescue share price drops in FY22
Resources Shares

Why these ASX mining shares have 'got some huge advantages': Chalmers

| Bernd Struben

Tomorrow’s Federal budget could offer a welcome boost for these ASX mining shares.

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Resources Shares

Copper and uranium: 2 ASX mining stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter think these miners are buys right now.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 banks vs. mining stocks: Which is the better buy today?

| Bronwyn Allen

Ray David from Blackwattle Partners explains the significant divergence in performance this year.

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Resources Shares

Should you buy BHP stock on a pullback?

| Tristan Harrison

Is the ‘big Australian’ a big opportunity?

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Resources Shares

How this ASX mining stock more than doubled investors' money in 1 month

| Bernd Struben

Some investors will have realised gains of 134% from the ASX mining stock in just three weeks.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Buying BHP shares for the Anglo takeover? Here's why it might be a 'crazy' move

| Bernd Struben

This expert thinks BHP’s takeover of Anglo American could be “a complete mess”. But why?

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Share Gainers

Guess which little ASX mining stock is rocketing 177% on big government news

| Bernd Struben

Investors are reacting to the government news by sending the ASX mining stock flying.

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Resources Shares

Is it too late to buy surging ASX copper shares like Sandfire?

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper shares have rocketed in 2024 amid a surging copper price. What can investors expect now?

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Resources Shares

How important is copper for the future of BHP shares?

| Tristan Harrison

The miner is working on diversifying away from iron ore.

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Resources Shares

Here is the earnings forecast to 2028 for Fortescue shares

| Tristan Harrison

Fortescue shares could face volatility this decade. How much accounting profit can the resources stock generate?

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Resources Shares

The Fortescue share price smashed the ASX 200 in April

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into why the miner beat the index.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX mining stocks to buy now for returns of 18% to 34%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have slapped buy ratings on these miners this week.

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Resources Shares

Here's what moved BHP shares in April

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares managed to slightly outperform the ASX 200 in April.

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Resources Shares

One ASX 200 mining stock to buy at 'a significant discount' right now

| Bernd Struben

A leading wealth manager sees significant upside potential for this ASX 200 miner.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue share price shines as rivals risk $38 billion hit

| Mitchell Lawler

This iron ore miner might be catching a boost as investors come to terms with a disaster's financial impact.

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Resources Shares

Can BHP stock regain its dividend crown?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the passive income potential of this company.

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Resources Shares

Buy one, sell the other: Goldman's verdict on these 2 ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

The broker sees significant valuation differences between these 2 major ASX 200 mining shares.

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Resources Shares

Lynas share price slides on rare earths revenue headwinds

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are pressuring the Lynas share price today.

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Resources Shares

What stage in the cycle are ASX iron ore shares (and are they a buy)?

| Mitchell Lawler

Are iron ore miners closer to the end or beginning of the boom-bust cycle?

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Is BHP stock a good long-term investment?

| Tristan Harrison

Here's my view on whether the miner is worth owning for the long-term.

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Resources Shares

Own ASX mining shares? Experts say an upswing in commodity prices has begun

| Bronwyn Allen

HSBC economists Paul Bloxham and Jamie Culling explain why global commodity prices are rising.

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ASX copper stocks in the spotlight as the red metal soars to 2-year highs

| Bernd Struben

The copper price is up 15% in 2024. Can the red metal’s bull run continue?

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Resources Shares

4 ASX mining shares being hammered on quarterly updates

| James Mickleboro

These mining shares are having a difficult session.

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Here is the dividend forecast to 2028 for Fortescue shares

| Tristan Harrison

The potential dividend payments from Fortescue could surprise you.

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