Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

It was once again back to the races for investors today.

A neon sign says 'Top Ten'.

Image source: Getty Images

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More

It was a phenomenal day for the Australian share markets and the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) as a tariff backpedal from US President Donald Trump turbocharged investor optimism.

By the time trading wrapped up today, the ASX 200 had lifted 4.54% higher to close at 7,709.6 points. That's after the index gained more than 6.3% at market open this morning.

This roaring return to green ink for ASX shares follows a similarly relieved night of trading over on Wall Street.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average Index (DJX: .DJI) rocketed a huge 7.87% higher last night.

The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index (NASDAQ: .IXIC) made that look small, exploding 12.16% higher. That's its best session in more than two decades.

Let's return to ASX shares now and examine how today's gains filtered down into the various ASX sectors.

Winners and losers

It was a green wash this Thursday, with every single sector rising in value.

Leading the charge were tech stocks. The S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology Index (ASX: XIJ) had a blowout this session, exploding 7.57% higher.

We could say the same for gold shares, with the All Ordinaries Gold Index (ASX: XGD) soaring 6.46%.

Broader mining stocks also didn't let the team down. The S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) ended up surging 6.33%.

Continuing with the commodity theme, next we had energy shares. The S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) shot 5.16% higher this session.

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) also ran hot, evidenced by the S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT Index (ASX: XPJ)'s 4.76% gallop upwards.

Financial shares had a great day as well, with the S&P/ASX 200 Financials Index (ASX: XFJ) leaping 4.37%.

Consumer discretionary stocks were in high demand too. The S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary Index (ASX: XDJ) jumped up 4.17% today.

Utilities shares didn't miss out either, illustrated by the S&P/ASX 200 Utilities Index (ASX: XUJ)'s 3.65% hike.

Healthcare stocks were also at the ASX party. The S&P/ASX 200 Healthcare Index (ASX: XHJ) saw its value rise by 3.58% this Thursday.

Also joining the party were industrial shares, with the S&P/ASX 200 Industrials Index (ASX: XNJ) gaining 3.5%.

Communications stocks got some love, too. The S&P/ASX 200 Communication Services Index (ASX: XTJ) vaulted up 2.95% by the closing bell.

Finally, you wouldn't know that consumer staples shares were the worst-faring sector this session, with the S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Staples Index (ASX: XSJ) lifting 1.88%.

Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

Amongst a crowded field today, it was Zip Co Ltd (ASX: ZIP) that stood out from the pack. Zip shares pole-vaulted 20.66% higher this session to close at $1.46 each.

There wasn't any news out from the company itself today, but we looked at some possible catalysts for this jump here.

Here's a look at the other impressive top performers from today's session:

ASX-listed company Share price Price change
Zip Co Ltd (ASX: ZIP) $1.46 20.66%
Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) $17.01 18.13%
Boss Energy Ltd (ASX: BOE) $2.62 17.49%
Paladin Energy Ltd (ASX: PDN) $4.72 17.41%
Netwealth Group Ltd (ASX: NWL) $26.36 16.59%
Deep Yellow Ltd (ASX: DYL) $0.91 15.92%
Digico Infrastructure REIT (ASX: DGT) $2.68 15.52%
Liontown Resources Ltd (ASX: LTR) $0.535 15.05%
Sandfire Resources Ltd (ASX: SFR) $9.30 14.11%
Imdex Ltd (ASX: IMD) $2.72 13.33%

Our top 10 shares countdown is a recurring end-of-day summary that shows which companies made 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 Sebastian Bowen has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Netwealth Group and Zip Co. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Imdex and Netwealth Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

More on Share Gainers

Fancy font saying top ten surrounded by gold leaf set against a dark background of glittering stars.
Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

It was a volatile, but negative day for ASX investors this Thursday.

Read more »

Woman with an amazed expression has her hands and arms out with a laptop in front of her.
Share Gainers

Guess which ASX 200 stock turned $5,000 into $34,264 in just three years!

Investors have been piling into this ASX 200 stock for years, sending the share price soaring.

Read more »

Overjoyed man celebrating success with yes gesture after getting some good news on mobile.
Share Gainers

Why Beach Energy, Meeka Metals, Monash IVF, and Qantas shares are racing higher today

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday. But why?

Read more »

Rising gold share price represented by a green arrow on piles of gold block.
Share Gainers

2 ASX All Ords stocks that would already have more than doubled your money this year

These ASX All Ords stocks have gained 126% and 145% year to date. But how?

Read more »

Ten smiling business people wave to the camera after receiving some winning company news.
Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

It was an historic day for the ASX, with the market setting a new record.

Read more »

Man drawing an upward line on a bar graph symbolising a rising share price.
Share Gainers

Why Fletcher Building, Johns Lyng, Pilbara Minerals, and Zip shares are charging higher

These shares are having a strong session on hump day. But why?

Read more »

A cool dude looks back at the camera while ziplining above the treetops.
BNPL shares

Zip share price rockets 19% on full-year earnings upgrade

Surging again today, Zip shares are now up 127% since their recent April lows.

Read more »

happy teenager using iPhone
Share Gainers

Up 96% since April, should I still buy Life360 shares today?

A leading expert offers his verdict on the growth outlook for the surging Life360 share price.

Read more »