Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) spent a second consecutive day in the green on Wednesday, lifting 0.87% to close at 7,015.6 points.

It came as the market prepared to learn of the United States Federal Reserve’s next interest rate move. Meanwhile, investors around the globe appear to have regained some confidence following recent banking chaos, which continued this week with UBS’s planned acquisition of Credit Suisse.

Back home, the S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ) outperformed today, gaining 4.2% amid rising oil prices. The price of the black liquid improved around 2% overnight.

The S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology Index (ASX: XIJ) also performed well, lifting 1.3% today.

But not all sectors were winners. The S&P/ASX 200 Real Estate Index (ASX: XRE) posted a 0.4% tumble and gold shares slumped alongside the yellow metal’s value amid improved confidence in the banking sector.

So, with all that covered, let’s take a look at which ASX 200 shares posted the biggest gain on Wednesday.

Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

For the second consecutive day, New Hope Corporation Limited (ASX: NHC) took out the index’s top spot. Its share price gained 5.3% today to close at $5.60.

The coal producer posted its first-half earnings yesterday, revealing its profits doubled over the period.

These shares made today’s biggest gains:

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 Block. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Block. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Aub Group and Costa Group. 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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