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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

This ASX lithium stock is being sold off today. Here's why

| Aaron Teboneras

Liontown delivers a stronger quarter, but investors still hit sell.

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Resources Shares

This mineral sands miner's shares are falling sharply on write-down news

| Cameron England

Investors are fleeing on today's announcement.

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Resources Shares

This ASX stock just delivered more standout niobium results. Why is the market still on the fence?

| Aaron Teboneras

WA1 delivers more high grade niobium results as the market response remains cautious.

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Resources Shares

A blockbuster quarter for this ASX miner. So, why aren't investors impressed?

| Aaron Teboneras

Metals X delivers a blockbuster quarter, but investors lock in profits after a huge run.

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Resources Shares

3 compelling reasons to buy BHP shares today

| Bernd Struben

A top analyst forecasts more outperformance from BHP shares in 2026.

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why the $260 billion Glencore merger is a 'high-stakes gamble' for Rio Tinto shares

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto has until 5 February to clarify its $260 billion merger intentions with Glencore.

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Resources Shares

BHP share price cracks $50 as experts revise ratings following 1H FY26 update

| Bronwyn Allen

The BHP share price has not been above $50 since January 2024.

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Share Gainers

Guess which surging small-cap ASX share is rocketing another 60% on Tuesday!

| Bernd Struben

Investors are sending this ASX mining stock rocketing 60% today. But why?

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Resources Shares

Silver shoots for the stars! What's driving the white metal's stunning 260% rally

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver’s stunning rally has pushed the white metal back into the global spotlight.

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Resources Shares

Is the Fortescue share price a buy right now?

| Tristan Harrison

The iron ore price is helping Fortescue. Is it time to invest?

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Resources Shares

Up 48% from its 2025 low. Here's why the Rio Tinto share price could soar again this year

| Aaron Teboneras

Rio Tinto shares rebound 48% as copper and silver prices hit record highs.

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Resources Shares

2 ASX shares that could keep riding this commodities boom

| Sebastian Bowen

Mining is hot on the ASX right now.

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Resources Shares

Which copper developer's shares are flying after a positive economic study for their proposed mine?

| Cameron England

The numbers are stacking up for this offshore mining project.

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Resources Shares

Strike action sends major copper producer's shares lower

| Cameron England

Processing will soon grind to a halt.

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Resources Shares

So the PLS share price made it past $5. Big deal. What's next?

| Samantha Menzies

The lithium miner's shares are rocketing higher.

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Resources Shares

South32 shares hit a 12-month high after a solid first-half performance

| Cameron England

Good numbers delivered across the board.

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Resources Shares

Up 108% in a year, why this buy-rated ASX 300 mining stock is tipped for more outperformance

| Bernd Struben

A top broker is flagging more gains ahead for this surging ASX 300 mining stock. But why?

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Opinions

4 reasons why I think BHP shares are a must-buy for 2026

| Samantha Menzies

The mining giant's shares are now 20% higher than this time last year.

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Resources Shares

Up 300% over a year, this minerals explorer still has further to go, one broker says

| Cameron England

Recent silver and tin exploration results are encouraging.

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Resources Shares

Dateline shares halted as investors await key announcement

| Aaron Teboneras

Dateline shares are halted as investors await a potentially market-moving announcement.

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Resources Shares

Why this fund manager is buying BHP shares

| Bernd Struben

A leading fund manager expects BHP shares to deliver more outperformance in 2026. Let’s see why.

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Broker Notes

Brokers rate 2 ASX All Ords rippers of 2025: Is their phenomenal run over?

| Bronwyn Allen

Both of these ASX shares more than tripled in value last year.

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Resources Shares

ASX 200 materials was the best sector of 2025 but it's time to sell these 3 shares: broker

| Bronwyn Allen

Morgan Stanley has just updated its ratings and 12-month price targets on 3 ASX 200 mining shares.

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Resources Shares

Forecast: Here's what $10,000 invested in Fortescue shares could be worth next year

| Tristan Harrison

Let’s dig into the potential for the miner in the year ahead.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares at 52-week high: Here's why I'm not buying

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it too late to hop on this speeding train?

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Resources Shares

Why Unico Silver shares are jumping today after a big quarterly update

| Aaron Teboneras

Unico Silver shares rise after a quarterly update highlights drilling progress and a strong cash position.

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Resources Shares

Brokers issue new price targets on soaring ASX 200 mining shares

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX 200 mining shares BHP, PLS Group, South32, and many others hit multi-year highs this week.

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Resources Shares

Buying BHP and Rio Tinto shares? Here's how the ASX mining giants are partnering up

| Bernd Struben

Rio Tinto and BHP are shaking things up in Western Australia.

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Resources Shares

Mining momentum: 2 ASX stocks that could surprise investors this January

| Aaron Teboneras

Copper demand is rising fast in 2026, putting Sandfire Resources and Rio Tinto back in focus.

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Resources Shares

Fortescue shares vs. BHP: Which delivered superior returns in 2025?

| Bronwyn Allen

We compare the 12-month returns of the two biggest ASX 200 mining shares, BHP and Fortescue.

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Resources Shares

Silver just tumbled 5% today. What on earth is going on?

| Aaron Teboneras

Silver fell 5% after record highs as profit taking hit demand.

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Resources Shares

Gallium has been earmarked as a critical mineral. Here's how you can get exposure on the ASX

| Cameron England

These four companies are all looking to become producers.

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Resources Shares

Up 113% since April, why this $4 billion ASX 200 mining stock is tipped to keep outperforming in 2026

| Bernd Struben

A leading broker forecasts more outperformance from this surging ASX 200 mining stock.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares hover near 52-week high as momentum builds. Is a breakout coming?

| Aaron Teboneras

BHP shares trade near a 52-week high as buyer momentum supports the uptrend.

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Resources Shares

PLS shares near all-time high as lithium rebounds. Buy now or wait?

| Aaron Teboneras

PLS shares surge as lithium rebounds, but technical signals suggest volatility near all-time highs.

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Resources Shares

The government is looking to stockpile antimony – these four companies can help you gain exposure

| Cameron England

These companies will be in the box seat to take full advantage.

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Resources Shares

A fourth contract win in under a month has this ASX 200 company's shares at a new record high

| Cameron England

The company has more than doubled in value over the past year.

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Resources Shares

Why this ASX 200 resources stock is off to a flying start in 2026

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers are warming up to the WA miner's rare earths strategy.

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Resources Shares

BHP share price tipped to rise to $56: expert

| Bronwyn Allen

Amid rising commodity prices, 6 brokers have updated their ratings and 12-month share price targets for BHP.

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