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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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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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Recent Resources Shares News

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Resources Shares

Why are BHP shares trudging lower on Friday?

| Zach Bristow

Iron ore is a central talking point for BHP's outlook.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue shares: Here are the must-know highlights from FY24

| Zach Bristow

The financial year just past had its ups and downs for shareholders.

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Resources Shares

Why did the Arafura share price just leap more than 11%?

| Bernd Struben

The Arafura share price is rocketing on Thursday. But why?

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Resources Shares

Goldman Sachs just upgraded this ASX 200 stock to a buy

| Zach Bristow

It sees the recent sell-off as an overreaction – and an opportunity.

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Share Gainers

3 best-performing ASX 200 mining shares of FY24

| Bronwyn Allen

One commodity is the common thread for this trio of top-performing ASX 200 mining shares.

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Resources Shares

What went right and what went wrong for the BHP share price in FY 2024?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares gave back their first half-year gains and then some in the second half of FY 2024. But why?

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Resources Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX mining stocks to buy in FY25

| James Mickleboro

These could be top picks for investors looking for access to the mining sector.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX 200 coal shares smashing the market today?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 coal shares are racing higher even as the benchmark sinks on Monday. But why?

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto share price marching higher amid $426 million 'industry-leading' step

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto shares are outpacing the ASX 200 on Monday. But why?

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Resources Shares

Is the Fortescue share price too low to ignore?

| Tristan Harrison

Is this mining stock an opportunity worth digging into?

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Resources Shares

Could this move unlock $40 billion for Rio Tinto shares?

| Tristan Harrison

A potential move could unearth billions of dollars of value for shareholders.

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Resources Shares

Why did the BHP share price go backwards in June?

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares came under selling pressure in June. But why?

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Resources Shares

4 ASX mining shares going gangbusters while the market dives

| James Mickleboro

These mining shares are having a strong session. But why?

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Opinions

Are Fortescue shares a contrarian buy after falling 20% in a month?

| Mitchell Lawler

Are investors putting too much weight on the jitters of the market or is the Fortescue fall fair?

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Resources Shares

Is the FY25 outlook for Fortescue shares compelling?

| Tristan Harrison

Can the iron ore miner deliver a strong result in FY25?

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Resources Shares

5 reasons everyone's talking about Fortescue shares this week

| Zach Bristow

The miner's name has been buzzing this week.

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Resources Shares

Uh-oh! Are ASX copper shares about to hit a speed bump?

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper stocks could be about to hit a rough patch. But why?

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Resources Shares

What's the outlook for ASX 200 mining shares in FY25?

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into some of the factors for miners in the 2025 financial year.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX mining shares rocketing over 16% on big news

| James Mickleboro

Investors are getting very excited about these shares today.

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Resources Shares

Why are these experts so bullish on ASX copper shares?

| Bernd Struben

ASX copper shares could lead the charge higher into 2025. But why?

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Resources Shares

What's happening with the big 3 ASX 200 iron ore stocks today?

| Bernd Struben

BHP, Rio Tinto and Fortescue are eyeing an ongoing economic slowdown in China.

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Resources Shares

Should investors be bullish about BHP shares with the FY25 outlook?

| Tristan Harrison

The mining giant has slid lower. Is this a good time to invest?

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Resources Shares

Buying Rio Tinto shares? Here's why this 'world-class' lithium project could be back on track

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto’s lithium ambitions have been largely on hold since 2022. But is that about to change?

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Resources Shares

This fund returned 30% per annum for 3 years. Here are the ASX shares it's buying now.

| Zach Bristow

These little known players could be gems, this fundie says.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 stock nosedives 10% on new lithium play

| Zach Bristow

Investors have hit the sell button after news from the mining royalty company this morning.

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Broker Notes

See why this broker just upgraded South32 shares to a buy

| Zach Bristow

Commodity prices continue to create tailwinds for ASX stocks.

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Resources Shares

Why the best dividend days may be over for Fortescue shares

| Tristan Harrison

I’m not expecting huge payouts from Fortescue in the future.

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Resources Shares

BHP share price slips as union takes legal action

| Zach Bristow

The union move could impact 1,700 workers.

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Resources Shares

If I buy 1,000 Fortescue shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| Tristan Harrison

Do Fortescue shares have a lot of dividend potential?

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Resources Shares

Why is the BHP share price tumbling on Wednesday?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors are bidding down the BHP share price today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Down 6% in a week. Are Fortescue shares carrying an iron anchor?

| Tristan Harrison

The iron ore miner has dipped, what’s going on?

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Resources Shares

The BHP share price crushed the benchmark in May. Here's how

| Bernd Struben

ASX investors sent the BHP share price sharply higher in May. But why?

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Resources Shares

Rio Tinto shares marching higher amid an 'exciting new chapter' for production

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto shares are ending the week in the green. But why?

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Resources Shares

Buy this dirt cheap ASX 200 mining stock for a 40%+ return

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this miner is severely undervalued.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP share price tumbles as $74 billion deal evaporates

| Bernd Struben

BHP shares won’t be encompassing Anglo American’s copper assets after all.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Should you buy BHP shares now before tonight's Anglo American takeover reveal?

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors should know tomorrow morning whether BHP will become the largest copper miner on Earth.

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Resources Shares

Will ASX copper shares keep surging from here? (Plus: 2 top picks for exposure)

| Tristan Harrison

Can copper stocks continue their electric returns?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP share price marching higher amid fast approaching $75 billion takeover deadline

| Bernd Struben

BHP is still in negotiations over its acquisition proposal for Anglo American.

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Resources Shares

1 Australian mining stock worth a long-term investment

| Tristan Harrison

I think this copper play could be an excellent pick in the mining sector.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Deal or no deal? Why the BHP share price is crumbling today

| Bernd Struben

The BHP share price is under pressure following the mining giant's third takeover bid for Anglo American.

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