Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) had a rocky session on Wednesday, ultimately closing 0.07% higher at 7,365.5 points.

Today's top-performing sector was the S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ). It soared 1.1%. Unfortunately, it was alone in posting a significant gain.

The Aussie bourse was dragged down by the S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary Index (ASX: XDJ), which flopped 1.1% today.

Shares in Star Entertainment Group Ltd (ASX: SGR) were the sector's biggest weight. They tumbled 7% after the company downgraded its full-year guidance and announced it will axe 500 jobs.

It was also a rough session for the S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) and the S&P/ASX Real Estate Index (ASX: XRE), they fell 0.3% and 0.6% respectively.

So, with all that covered, let's take a look at Wednesday's top-performing ASX 200 shares.

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Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

The Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX) share price soared once more today, gaining 5.4% to close at $9.37.

The stock has been on a roll since the company released its quarterly earnings earlier this week.

These shares made today's biggest gains:

ASX-listed companyShare pricePrice change
Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX)$9.375.4%
IGO Ltd (ASX: IGO)$14.453.96%
Gold Road Resources Ltd (ASX: GOR)$1.8553.92%
AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)$1.1353.65%
De Grey Mining Limited (ASX: DEG)$1.643.47%
Pilbara Minerals Ltd (ASX: PLS)$4.093.28%
Core Lithium Ltd (ASX: CXO)$1.0153.05%
Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN)$84.312.68%
Virgin Money UK CDI (ASX: VUK)$2.832.54%
AUB Group Ltd (ASX: AUB)$27.242.41%

Our top 10 shares countdown is a recurring end-of-day summary to let you know which companies were making big moves on the day. Check in at Fool.com.au after the weekday market closes to see which stocks make the countdown.

Motley Fool contributor Brooke Cooper has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Aub Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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