Top S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index, which tracks the performance of the sector’s largest companies, recorded a slight decline, reflecting ongoing market adjustments. As of 12:14 PM AEDT on 13 March 2025, the index stood at 16,121.2 points, down 0.14%. Investors continue to focus on exploration companies and sustainability-driven projects as demand for critical minerals increases.
ASX 200 Materials Market Performance:
- Index Level: 16,121.2
- Change: -22.6 points (-0.14%)
- Day High: 16,169.5
- Day Low: 16,060.1
- 52-Week Range: 15,381.2 – 19,001.6
- 1-Week Performance: -1.64%
- 1-Month Performance: -4.60%
- YTD 2025 Performance: -0.02%
- 1-Year Performance: -6.35%
Several materials companies on the ASX witnessed notable share price movements. This article highlights the top five performers, analysing their recent activities, market performance, and broader industry trends shaping the sector’s outlook.
1. Antipa Minerals Ltd (ASX: AZY)
Antipa Minerals Ltd focuses on gold and copper exploration in Western Australia’s Paterson Province. The company aims to unlock the region’s mining potential with its advanced exploration and development programs.
Market Performance:
- Stock Price: $0.41
- Change in Stock Price: +$0.045 (12.33%)
- Market Cap: $228,083,499
- 1-Week Performance: +15.49%
- 1-Month Performance: +10.81%
- YTD 2025 Performance: +57.69%
- 1-Year Performance: +203.70%
Antipa Minerals significantly outperformed the broader market, showing a 203.70% increase over the past year. The company remains focused on developing its promising gold-copper assets.
2. Legacy Minerals Holdings Ltd (ASX: LGM)
Legacy Minerals Holdings Limited explores gold, copper, and base metal projects in New South Wales’ Lachlan Fold Belt. The company owns over 1,1829.9 sq km of exploration licenses across six projects.
Market Performance:
- Stock Price: $0.17
- Change in Stock Price: +$0.02 (13.33%)
- Market Cap: $21,172,933
- 1-Week Performance: +13.33%
- 1-Month Performance: 0.00%
- YTD 2025 Performance: +17.24%
- 1-Year Performance: +17.24%
Legacy Minerals continues to expand its exploration footprint. The company’s stable one-month performance reflects steady market confidence.
3. Falcon Metals Ltd (ASX: FAL)
Falcon Metals Limited holds over 5,000 sq km of land in Victoria’s Bendigo Zone. The region hosts several gold mines, including the Fosterville Gold Mine.
Market Performance:
- Stock Price: $0.11
- Change in Stock Price: +$0.011 (11.11%)
- Market Cap: $19,470,000
- 1-Week Performance: +4.76%
- 1-Month Performance: -21.43%
- YTD 2025 Performance: -4.35%
- 1-Year Performance: -15.38%
Falcon Metals’ one-month decline suggests recent market pressure, but long-term exploration potential remains intact.
4. Rox Resources Ltd (ASX: RXL)
Rox Resources Limited focuses on gold exploration and development in Western Australia. Its key projects include Youanmi Gold Project and Mt Fisher – Mt Eureka Project.
Market Performance:
- Stock Price: $0.31
- Change in Stock Price: +$0.03 (10.71%)
- Market Cap: $188,443,838
- 1-Week Performance: +26.53%
- 1-Month Performance: +37.78%
- YTD 2025 Performance: +55.00%
- 1-Year Performance: +94.98%
Top Rox Resources recorded strong market gains, reflecting investor confidence in its gold projects.
5. Calix Ltd (ASX: CXL)
Top Calix Limited specialises in environmental technology for industrial decarbonisation, sustainable minerals processing, and CO2 mitigation.
Market Performance:
- Stock Price: $0.415
- Change in Stock Price: +$0.04 (10.67%)
- Market Cap: $89,078,344
- 1-Week Performance: +6.41%
- 1-Month Performance: -16.16%
- YTD 2025 Performance: -44.67%
- 1-Year Performance: -72.70%
Calix’s focus on sustainability aligns with global trends in green technology and industrial efficiency.
Sector Outlook
Top ASX materials sector continues to show resilience despite market fluctuations. Companies focusing on gold and copper exploration remain attractive due to strong demand. Environmental technology firms like Calix align with industry shifts towards sustainability.
Top sector’s overall performance reflects a mix of investor optimism and market challenges. Increased interest in critical minerals and green technology could drive further investment. Government policies supporting mining and exploration may also contribute to long-term growth in the materials industry.
Despite short-term volatility, the sector remains crucial to Australia’s economy. The global push for decarbonisation and infrastructure development could sustain demand for key resources.
