Stock Market Today 06.01.2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: January 6, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: January 6, 2026, 11:59 PM EST ASX mining rally prompts fund managers to reveal top picks January 6, 2026, 11:49 PM EST. Money managers expect another bumper year for the ASX mining sector, naming their most bullish bets. After years of sluggish returns, the sector roared back in 2025 as investors chased gains in precious metals, battery materials and critical minerals. A rally in copper and iron ore staying above $US100/tonne supported the rebound, while demand for energy storage boosted lithium. Fund managers say their top picks span copper, gold, lithium