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What is the reason behind the last 12-month rally in zinc prices, and how to get exposure on the ASX?
Zinc prices have surged over the past year due to supply shortages, mine disruptions, and strong demand from infrastructure and renewable energy projects. ASX investors can gain exposure through South32, Develop Global, and Sandfire Resources, each offering different risk and growth profiles.
Larvotto Resources (ASX: LRV): Building Australia’s Next Antimony–Gold Producer
Larvotto Resources Limited (ASX: LRV) is an Australian emerging mining company transitioning from explorer to near-term producer. Its flagship asset, the Hillgrove Antimony–Gold Project in New South Wales, positions the company as a potential supplier of two strategically important metals: gold—a monetary safe-haven—and antimony, a critical mineral used in batteries, semiconductors, and defense alloys.
Has Tivan (ASX: TVN) Formed a Sustainable Long-Term Floor?
Tivan (ASX: TVN) develops critical minerals across Australia and Timor-Leste, led by the Speewah Fluorite project. Following a post-feasibility sell-off and rising cash burn, the stock faces a neutral-to-bearish technical outlook ahead of its late-2026 Final Investment Decision.
Can Hammer Metals (ASX: HMX) Sustain Its Breakout Above Long-Term Resistance?
Hammer Metals, a junior explorer focused on copper, gold and lithium in Queensland and WA, broke above resistance on strong Kalman drilling and a trading halt tied to a potential control deal, though overbought technicals and exploration risk remain.
Fortescue Ltd (ASX: FMG): Strong Cash Flows and Dividends in a Cyclical Iron Ore Market
Fortescue Ltd is a low-cost iron ore producer with strong cash flow and attractive fully franked dividends, but earnings remain highly exposed to iron ore prices and Chinese demand. Trading around mid-cycle valuation levels, the stock looks fairly valued, with upside dependent on stronger commodity prices and successful expansion into magnetite and green energy.
Fortescue (ASX: FMG) Share Price Is Climbing Again as Iron Ore Momentum Returns to the ASX
Fortescue (ASX: FMG) shares have rebounded on stronger iron ore prices, improving Chinese demand and solid shipments. Sentiment is also lifted by dividends and production strength, while its green energy transition and decarbonisation plans support long-term growth above A$20 momentum.
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