Whitehaven (WHC) is held by 23 ASX ETFs. Over the last year it rose 17.2%: on $10,000, +$1718. We explain 10 big moves in that time.
About WHC
- SectorEnergy
- IndustryEnergy
- Size$6.2b
- Held by23 ETFs
- Big moves10 in 1Y
Each dot is a move we explain. Tap one, or a row of Why it moved, to see what caused it.
Why it moved
- +7.5%7 Sep 2026· No Catalyst Found
Whitehaven Coal jumped as the broader ASX energy sector led the market higher, with sector rotation into energy stocks lifting WHC significantly above its peers.
- +8.7%25 May 2026· Commodity
Whitehaven Coal shares surged after a China coal mining accident sparked supply concerns, lifting coal prices.
- −5.3%8 Apr 2026· Sector Flow
Whitehaven Coal shares dropped 5.3% on April 8, 2026, amid a broad energy sector selloff triggered by an Iran ceasefire that pressured coal prices.
- −6.0%31 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
Whitehaven Coal fell 6% as part of a broad sector rotation out of energy into gold and tech stocks, despite energy shares generally rising on global tensions.
- +6.6%30 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
Coal sector rally on Friday lifted Whitehaven shares on high volume.
- −5.3%16 Mar 2026· Macro
Broader market stagflation fears triggered sector-wide selling, impacting Whitehaven Coal despite positive prior news.
- +6.7%12 Mar 2026· Sector Flow
Whitehaven Coal shares surged 6.66% on 2026-03-11, driven by a broad energy sector rally as oil prices topped US$100 and coal stocks outperformed the falling ASX 200, along with a credit rating boost that improved refinancing prospects.
- −6.7%30 Jan 2026· Analyst
Whitehaven Coal shares fell after an expert advised selling the stock following strong Q2 production results.
- +5.1%12 Jan 2026· Sector Flow
Coal sector rally lifted Whitehaven Coal's share price alongside other coal stocks.
- +6.3%5 Dec 2025· Analyst
The stock move appears driven by positive analyst commentary identifying a 'rare opportunity' in the company as a long-term compounder.
Held by 23 ETFs
Of every $10,000 in each fund, how much is in WHC today.
- MVEVanEck S&P/ASX MidCap ETF$1921.92%
- MVRVanEck Australian Resources ETF$1731.73%
- VSOVanguard MSCI Australian Small Companies Index ETF$1171.17%
- MVWVanEck Australian Equal Weight ETF$1131.13%
- GMVWVanEck Geared Australian Equal Weight Complex ETF$1131.13%
- GRPAGlobal X S&P Australia GARP ETF$950.95%
- OZRSTATE STREET SPDR S&P/ASX 200 RESOURCES ETF$780.78%
- QREBetaShares Australian Resources Sector ETF$740.74%
- EX20BetaShares Australian Ex-20 Portfolio Diversifier ETF$610.61%
- QOZBetaShares FTSE RAFI Australia 200 ETF$560.56%
Why did WHC fall 6.7% on 30 Jan 2026?
Whitehaven
Whitehaven Coal shares fell after an expert advised selling the stock following strong Q2 production results.
The stock dropped 6.66% on Jan 29, but news on Jan 30 includes 'Why it's time to sell Whitehaven Coal shares – Expert' (Motley Fool), which suggests a sell recommendation around the event date. However, the Jan 29 article notes 'Whitehaven Coal shares are charging higher today' (up), conflicting with the down move, so the exact timing is unclear. The sell advice is the most direct negative catalyst in the news set.
General information only, not personal advice — prepared without regard to your objectives, financial situation or needs. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.
Evidence
News coverage
What it did to the 23 ETFs holding WHC
On $10,000 in each fund, at the weight it holds today
- MVE1.92% of the fund−$13
- MVR1.73% of the fund−$12
- VSO1.17% of the fund−$8
- MVW1.13% of the fund−$8
- GMVW1.13% of the fund−$8
- GRPA0.95% of the fund−$6
- OZR0.78% of the fund−$5
- QRE0.74% of the fund−$5
- EX200.61% of the fund−$4
- QOZ0.56% of the fund−$4
The 10 that hold it most. All 23 are listed on the page under Held by.