These 2 ASX mining stocks have had a rough time. Yancoal Australia Ltd (ASX: YAL) and New Hope Corporation Ltd (ASX: NHC) saw their share prices tumble over the past 12 months, falling 13% and 16% respectively.

However, these bruised ASX coal stocks get exceptional marks for their dividend yields.

Most income investors automatically reach for the usual suspects: banks, telcos, maybe a bit of infrastructure. But right now, those 2 ASX mining stocks are flexing a dividend yield that leaves the rest in the dust.

Let’s have a closer look.

Yancoal Australia Ltd (ASX: YAL) 

We’ll start with the bigger of the two ASX mining stocks, $6.8 billion Yancoal Australia. The company, majority-owned by the Chinese Yankuan Energy Group, is one of Australia’s largest coal producers. It has mines across NSW, Queensland and WA.   

At today’s prices, Yancoal currently sits at the top of the ASX 200 dividend yield table. With shares hovering around $5.20 at the time of writing, Yancoal has been showering shareholders with cash.

The result? A trailing dividend yield in double-digit territory. The ASX mining stock is paying an exceptional 11.1% dividend, fully franked – comfortably ahead of the big banks, telcos, and even energy heavyweights.

Yancoal’s dividend policy is designed to be generous, but not reckless. Under its framework, the company aims to return the higher of 50% of net profit or 50% of free cash flow to shareholders. However, this isn’t set in stone. The board retains full discretion and can dial things back if circumstances demand it.

The high dividend yield will appeal to income investors, but it comes with volatility. Dividends are closely tied to coal prices and are unlikely to stay this high.

Analysts are generally upbeat on the ASX mining stock. The average 12-months price target is set at $5.95, which implies a potential 14% upside compared to the current share price. This could bring total returns for the year to 25%.  

New Hope Corporation Ltd (ASX: NHC)

ASX mining stock New Hope Corporation has been dragged lower by a sharp slump in global coal prices. Still, New Hope is waving a juicy carrot in front of income investors.

At the current share price of $4.07, it’s serving up an eye-catching dividend yield of roughly 8.5% fully franked.

Tempting stuff — but is it a bargain, or just hazard pay for riding the coal cycle?

On the operations front, New Hope isn’t standing still. The ASX mining stock is a seasoned Australian coal producer, anchored by Bengalla in NSW and New Acland in Queensland.

Management also continues to talk up low-cost operations, diversification and disciplined execution, even as pricing cools.

Dividends are doing the heavy lifting though. A dividend reinvestment plan is now live, and management says dividends remain the main return lever. Shareholders pocketed 34 cents fully franked over the year, helping soften the blow from recent capital losses.

As for brokers? Mixed vibes. Some see upside above $4.50 if coal prices rebound. Most, however, sit on the fence. Macquarie’s gone full cold shower, downgrading the stock and warning prices could still fall further.

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Over the long-term, I think it’s the best businesses that will deliver the most pleasing compounding returns. With that in mind, there are a few ASX shares that I think could deliver market-beating returns.

These are investments that have already delivered very impressive business growth. Further successful expansion could help deliver compelling shareholder returns.

Both of my ideas below are tapping into international markets, giving them very appealing total addressable markets.

Tuas Ltd (ASX: TUA)

This business is the largest ‘growth’ position in my portfolio because of how compelling I think its outlook is. It’s a Singaporean telecommunications business that is winning customers by offering good value products.

In the first quarter of FY26, the business revealed that its mobile subscribers had grown 20% year-over-year to 1.34 million, suggesting further market share gains in the Singapore market.

Pleasingly, the company is also seeing growing traction with its broadband offering – in that FY26 first quarter, the number of active broadband services grew by 27,300 year over year to 36,200.

This strong growth number helped quarterly revenue surge 24.5% to $44.2 million, while operating profit (EBITDA) rose 23.6% to $19.9 million.

Net profit growth has been significant in recent times. In the whole of FY25, it generated $6.9 million of net profit. Meanwhile, in the first quarter of FY26 alone, its net profit reached $9.1 million.

I’m expecting the ASX share’s net profit to grow significantly from here, thanks to further subscriber growth, the acquisition of M1 and the potential for expansion in nearby countries.

Global X S&P World EX Australia Garp ETF (ASX: GARP)

The GARP exchange-traded fund (ETF) looks to me like one of the most effective ways to invest in global shares because it aims to invest in growth at a reasonable price (GARP).

There are a number of globally-diverse ASX ETFs that Aussies can buy. But, I prefer to invest in ones that are more selective, where they only invest in the best businesses.

The GARP ETF could be the most effective because of how many screens it puts large global stocks through. There are three main filters it looks at.

For growth, it looks at a company’s 3-year sales per share growth and earnings per share (EPS) growth.

For value, the fund looks at the earnings to price ratio – this is another way of calculating the price/earnings (P/E) ratio.

On quality, the GARP ETF wants to see companies have healthy financial leverage (meaning debt levels) and a good return on equity (ROE). Global X explained:

Companies in the investable universe are first ranked based on growth metrics, with the top 500 stocks eligible for inclusion. From there, the top 250 stocks are selected based on their quality and value scores to determine the final index constituents. I’m calling this an ASX share because it invests in shares and we can buy it on the ASX.

It’s invested in 250 companies spread across multiple countries and sectors, giving it pleasing diversification.

These are among my favourite ASX shares to buy right now.

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When you are new to investing, the hardest part is often knowing where to begin.

With thousands of shares and exchange traded funds (ETFs) available on the ASX, it is easy to feel overwhelmed before you even make your first investment.

One of the simplest ways to get started is by using ETFs to gain instant diversification and exposure to different parts of the market without needing to pick individual shares.

But which ones?

Here are three ASX ETFs that could provide a sensible foundation for beginner investors.

Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (ASX: VAS)

The Vanguard Australian Shares ETF is one of the most popular ETFs on the ASX, and for good reason.

It provides broad exposure to the Australian share market by tracking the largest listed companies across multiple sectors. This means investors gain access to many of Australia’s most established businesses through a single investment.

For beginners, the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF offers two key benefits. First, it delivers diversification within the local market. Second, it provides regular dividend income, which can be reinvested to help compound returns over time. As a core holding, it can form the backbone of a long-term portfolio.

Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF (ASX: ATEC)

The Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF adds a growth-focused element to a beginner portfolio.

This ASX ETF provides exposure to Australia’s technology sector, which includes companies operating in software, payments, online platforms, and digital services. While the sector can be more volatile than the broader market, it also offers higher long-term growth potential as technology adoption continues.

The Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF allows new investors to gain easy access to this growth theme without relying on the success of a single tech stock. Instead, it spreads risk across a basket of Australian technology shares, making it a more balanced way to participate in the sector’s upside.

Vanguard MSCI International Shares ETF (ASX: VGS)

While Australian shares are a strong starting point, they represent only a small portion of the global market.

The Vanguard MSCI International Shares ETF helps solve this by providing exposure to 1,200+ companies across developed markets such as the United States, Europe, and parts of Asia. This includes many of the world’s largest and most influential businesses across technology, healthcare, and consumer industries.

For beginner portfolios, the Vanguard MSCI International Shares ETF adds geographic diversification and reduces reliance on the Australian economy. Over time, this global exposure can help smooth returns and capture growth opportunities that are not readily available on the ASX.

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Investing with a 20-year timeframe changes the way you think about ASX shares.

Short-term volatility becomes background noise. What matters instead is whether a business can stay relevant, keep reinvesting, and grow alongside changes in technology, consumer behaviour, and the global economy. The best long-term performers are rarely perfect every year, but they tend to compound steadily as their markets expand.

With that perspective, here are three ASX 200 growth shares that could be well suited to a buy-and-hold approach over the next two decades.

Life360 Ltd (ASX: 360)

Life360 operates a platform that has quietly become part of everyday life for millions of families around the world.

Its app combines location sharing, safety features, and emergency tools in a subscription-based model that benefits from strong network effects. Once families adopt the service, it often becomes embedded in daily routines, leading to high retention and recurring revenue.

What makes Life360 particularly interesting over a 20-year horizon is the size of its opportunity. While it may already have over 90 million monthly active users, this is still only a small portion of the global population. This gives it a long growth runway over the next two decades. It also has a major opportunity to deepen engagement with current users and lift its revenue per user metric significantly.

If Life360 continues to execute, it could evolve from a single-purpose app into a broader consumer safety platform over time.

Lovisa Holdings Ltd (ASX: LOV)

Another ASX 200 growth share that could be a top buy and hold option is Lovisa.

It shows how a retail business can still deliver long-term growth when the model is right. The company operates a fast-fashion jewellery concept with global appeal, supported by rapid product turnover, disciplined store economics, and a capital-light expansion strategy. Unlike many Australian retailers, Lovisa has successfully scaled across regions including Europe, the United States, and Asia.

Over a 20-year period, the key driver is not any single season’s sales, but the ability to keep opening profitable stores and adapting to local markets. Lovisa has shown it can do this repeatedly, while maintaining strong margins and returns on capital.

As long as management remains disciplined and demand for affordable fashion accessories persists, Lovisa has the potential to keep growing its footprint for many years.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

WiseTech Global operates at the core of global trade and supply chains.

Its CargoWise platform is used by major freight forwarders and logistics providers to manage complex international shipments. As global trade becomes more regulated and interconnected, the value of integrated software solutions continues to rise.

What makes WiseTech compelling over a multi-decade timeframe is its scalability. Software allows the company to grow revenue faster than costs as customers expand usage and adopt additional modules. High switching costs also help protect WiseTech’s position once customers are embedded in the platform.

While its share price has experienced significant volatility in recent times, I believe the long-term trajectory for this ASX 200 growth share is upwards.

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Passive income investors typically have to make a choice when it comes to picking their next ASX dividend share. They can go for the mature, blue-chip stocks that offer a high-yield dividend today, at the expense of strong dividend growth potential. Otherwise, they can opt for the stocks that offer low upfront yields, but have a strong history of growing their dividend payments at fast rates.

In practical terms, this might look like deciding between ANZ Group Ltd (ASX: ANZ)’s 4.65% dividend yield and the 0.33% that WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) currently offers investors (at the time of writing).

Most ASX dividend shares fall into one of these two buckets. But there are rare exceptions to this would-be rule. And those exceptions often present the best passive income opportunities.

I think MFF Capital Investments Ltd (ASX: MFF) is one of those opportunities. MFF is a listed investment company (LIC). Like most LICs, MFF owns an underlying portfolio of assets that it manages on behalf of its shareholders. This portfolio consists mostly of high-quality US stocks that have been held for years and allowed to compound. Some of its top holdings include Google-owner Alphabet, Mastercard, Home Depot, and American Express.

Dividend growth or high passive income? This ASX share might offer both

This Warren Buffett-like approach to investing has paid off well for MFF. We can see this impressive performance codified in MFF’s dividend growth history. This passive income payer doled out 2 cents per share back in 2017. But by 2025, this had risen to 17 cents per share. As we discussed earlier today, dividends inherently weaken a company. Only the best stocks can afford to increase their payouts by a compounded average growth rate of 30% per annum, as MFF has over the past eight years.

That growth rate would handily qualify MFF as a low-yield, high-growth dividend stock. Yet, MFF’s shares trade on a healthy trailing dividend yield of 3.3% today. That comes with full franking credits attached, too.

No, there’s no guarantee that MFF will continue to grow its payouts as aggressively as it has in recent years going forward. However, I think past performance indicates that MFF’s investing strategy is a sound one, and future dividend increases are likely. The company has already told investors to expect a 25% hike to 10 cents a share for its first dividend of 2026.

As such, I believe the current MFF share price presents a rare opportunity to secure a passive income share with a substantial starting dividend yield that could potentially grow its dividends at a rapid pace going forward.

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Shares in Coronado Global Resources Inc (ASX: CRN) are staging a sharp rebound on Monday, climbing 6.76% to 39.5 cents.

The move offers some relief after a brutal year for investors. Despite today’s bounce, Coronado shares remain nearly 50% lower than this time last year.

So, what has sparked renewed buying interest today?

Let’s unpack.

Coal prices are turning higher

The main tailwind for Coronado right now is the recovery in metallurgical coal prices.

Coking coal prices have climbed back to around US$230 per tonne, up strongly over the past month. Prices are now more than 16% higher than this time last year, according to Trading Economics.

Recent strength in coking coal prices has been driven by tighter supply conditions. Steel-making demand is also improving, with blast furnaces lifting utilisation rates and buyers rebuilding inventories after last year’s slowdown. Production constraints and ongoing logistics bottlenecks in key export regions have also helped support prices.

This is significant for Coronado, a pure-play metallurgical coal producer. Higher coal prices typically flow quickly into earnings expectations, especially for miners with significant operating leverage.

A beaten-down stock finds buyers

Coronado shares have been under pressure for most of the past year as coal prices softened and investors rotated away from cyclical resource stocks.

The stock hit lows near the mid-20 cent level late last year before starting to stabilise.

From a technical point of view, today’s move is interesting. The RSI is sitting around 63, suggesting momentum has improved, but the stock is not yet in overbought territory.

Support appears to be forming around 35 cents, while 40 cents is shaping up as an important near-term resistance level. A clean break above that zone could attract further short-term buyers.

What should investors watch next?

The big question is whether this rally can last.

For the move to be sustained, coal prices will likely need to hold their recent gains or continue pushing higher. Any renewed weakness in coking coal could quickly pressure Coronado shares again.

Investors should also be watching for updates around costs, balance sheet strength, and capital management.

Foolish bottom line

Today’s jump in Coronado Global Resources shares reflects improving coal prices and a rebound from deeply oversold levels.

While momentum has picked up, Coronado remains highly exposed to swings in coal prices, which will shape returns over time.

As always with coal stocks, volatility comes with the territory, and sharp moves in either direction should be expected.

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Shares in Australian silver companies were trading sharply higher on Monday, following a strong week in which the price of silver jumped more than 13%.

Shares in Andean Silver Ltd (ASX: ASL) were 9.9% higher on Monday at $2.55, Unico Silver Ltd (ASX: USL) shares were 11.64% higher at $1.05, and shares in early-stage company Investigator Silver Ltd (ASX: IVR) were 13.1% higher at 14.7 cents.

This followed the silver price increasing 13.8% to $122.75 per ounce in Australian dollar terms over the course of last week.

Beating gold for gains

MineLife director Gavin Wendt recently published a research note on silver in which he pointed out that the precious metal has outperformed gold in recent times, “with prices swinging sharply as changing economic signals and evolving tariff policies influenced market sentiment”.

Mr Wendt said the strength in the silver price had been underpinned by a number of factors, including a persistent supply deficit, strong industrial demand from the solar industry, and renewed investment flows “as a cheaper alternative to gold”.

Mr Wendt said that uncertainty about whether the US would impose a tariff on silver had led to outflows of the metal from London to the US, resulting in a sharp decline in silver stocks in London, which is the primary trading hub.

Mr Wendt said:

There is … still the possibility of a tariff on silver, with the recent inclusion of the precious metal to the US Geological Survey list of critical minerals increasing the likelihood of US import tariffs.

Macro trends support strong prices

Mr Wendt said as we move further into 2026, silver would continue to be supported by improving investor sentiment towards precious metals “and tightening physical balances”.

He added:

From a macro perspective, silver should benefit from the same drivers expected to support gold – a softer US dollar, Federal Reserve rate cuts, and renewed appetite for safe-haven assets amid geopolitical concerns. Historically, silver has outperformed gold during easing cycles, as lower real yields tend to lift both investor allocation and industrial activity.

Mr Wendt said a key difference to gold was that industrial demand accounted for more than half of total silver consumption.

Demand for solar is likely to slow, particularly in China after a few strong years, however additional demand tailwinds come from electrification, power grid upgrades, and growing use of silver in automotive components, especially in hybrid and battery electric vehicles.  

Mr Wendt said silver can “massively outperform gold in a bull market”, but it can also fall harder in a downturn, and he expected price volatility to continue this year.

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With so many shares to choose from on the Australian share market, it can be difficult to decide which ones to buy. The good news is that brokers across the country are doing a lot of the hard work for you.

Three top ASX shares that leading brokers have named as buys this week are listed below. Here’s why they are bullish on them:

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

According to a note out of Citi, its analysts have upgraded this financial services company’s shares to a buy rating with a $2.10 price target. The broker believes a buying opportunity has been created following share price weakness in response to AMP’s third quarter update. As well as seeing value in its shares at current levels, the broker believes that there could be a capital return announced with its results next month. Combined with strong cost control and a stabilisation in underlying bank earnings, Citi believes there are plenty of reasons to be positive. The AMP share price is trading at $1.83 on Monday afternoon.

Develop Global Ltd (ASX: DVP)

A note out of Bell Potter reveals that its analysts have retained their buy rating on the ASX mining stock with an improved price target of $5.80. The broker has upgraded its estimates to reflect higher than expected commodity prices. Outside this, the broker believes there are a number of tailwinds that could drive an outperformance. It points out that if silver prices remain elevated, it will accelerate the paydown of the silver stream liability with Sandstorm Gold. In addition, Bell Potter thinks that the achievement of steady-state production at the Woodlawn project could be a big boost to its share price. As could the announcement of the Sulphur Springs final investment decision and the finalisation of its financing package. The Develop Global share price is fetching $5.27 at the time of writing.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

Another note out of Citi reveals that its analysts have retained their buy rating and $109.15 price target on this logistics solutions technology company’s shares. The broker believes the company can achieve the midpoint of its annual revenue guidance despite granting some customers a short-term exemption from its new pricing model. While Citi concedes that second half revenue from Cargowise value packs could be smaller than previously expected, it believes this could be offset by stronger than expected industry freight volumes. Citi also sees potential upside to its earnings from lower than forecast operating expenses. The WiseTech Global share price is trading at $67.49 on Monday afternoon.

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Another sharp rally is unfolding in the ASX silver space on Monday.

Andean Silver Ltd (ASX: ASL) shares are jumping 9.05% to $2.53, extending a run that has already delivered 167% gains over the past year.

With silver prices hitting fresh record highs overnight, investors are once again piling into high-leverage silver explorers.

So why is Andean Silver benefiting so strongly today?

Silver prices hit fresh record highs

The biggest tailwind for Andean Silver right now is the surge in silver prices.

Overnight, spot silver jumped more than 3.5% to around US$82.80 per ounce, pushing the metal to fresh record highs. According to Trading Economics, silver is now up nearly 180% over the past year.

Rising expectations of US interest rate cuts, geopolitical uncertainty, and strong investment demand have all combined to push precious metals sharply higher.

Cerro Bayo project back in focus

Andean Silver is advancing its 100% owned Cerro Bayo Silver-Gold Project in southern Chile.

The project already hosts indicated and inferred mineral resources of around 9.8 million tonnes, with meaningful silver and gold grades. Recent exploration success has helped position Cerro Bayo as one of the more advanced silver development assets on the ASX.

With silver prices now at record levels, investors appear to be reassessing the long-term value of the project and the company’s leverage to further price upside.

Technical picture supports momentum

The stock recently broke above prior resistance around $2.30, which now looks to be acting as short-term support. Today’s move is pushing the shares back toward the $2.60 to $2.70 resistance zone witnessed in late December.

The RSI is sitting around the high 50s, suggesting the stock is strong but not yet in overbought territory. That leaves room for further upside if silver prices continue to rise.

Andean Silver also carries a relatively high beta, meaning it tends to move more sharply than the broader market. That can amplify gains during strong commodity cycles, but it also increases volatility.

What investors should watch next

Looking ahead, the direction of silver prices remains the key driver for Andean Silver shares.

Any further strength in precious metals could continue to fuel momentum, particularly as investors look for high-leverage exposure to silver rather than the physical metal.

At the same time, this has already been a powerful run. Pullbacks are normal after sharp rallies, especially in small-cap resource stocks.

For now, today’s surge highlights just how sensitive Andean Silver shares are to silver prices and why the stock remains firmly on the watchlists of many investors.

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