Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) spent the afternoon in the green on Tuesday. The index closed today’s session 0.33% higher at 7,253.3 points.

That was despite an early downturn that saw it dump as much as 0.39% to an intraday low of 7,200.9 points.

The volatility came as the market awaited a briefing from Chinese officials regarding the country’s current COVID-19 outbreak, CNBC reports.

Mining stocks were among the top performers today. The S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ) lifted 1.7%.

Joining it in the green was the S&P/ASX 200 Health Care Index (ASX: XHJ). It lifted 0.6% amid earnings from one of its larger constituents.

It wasn’t such a bright day for energy shares, however. The S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) traded relatively flat, lifting just 0.03%, despite a mixed performance from oil prices overnight.

The Brent crude oil price fell 0.5% to trade at US$83.19 a barrel overnight, while the US Nymex crude oil price lifted 1.3% to US$77.24 a barrel.

All in all, four of the ASX 200’s 11 sectors closed higher today. But which stock took today’s crown? Keep reading to find out.

Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

Of course, today’s top performer was also the healthcare stock driving its home sector higher on Tuesday. The Fisher & Paykel Healthcare Corp Ltd (ASX: FPH) share price soared 10% today despite the company posting a 57% drop in after-tax profits.

Today’s biggest gains were made by these shares:

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.

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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 positions in and has recommended Nanosonics Limited. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Nanosonics Limited. 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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