It was a tough day for Nanosonics Ltd (ASX: NAN) shares yesterday. 

Investors heavily exited their positions after the company released its 2026 half-year result.

As a result, Nanosonics shares dropped 9.89%. 

It is now trading at a 52-week low, closing yesterday at $3.28. 

What did the company report?

Nanosonics is an Australian healthcare company specialising in infection prevention.

Yesterday, the company reported for FY26 H1: 

• Total revenue of $102.2 million, up 9% on prior corresponding period (pcp)
• Recurring revenue of $75.7 million, up 9% on pcp, and capital revenue of $26.5 million, also up 9% on pcp
• EBIT of $8.4 million, down 3% on pcp.

Commenting on the results, Michael Kavanagh, Chief Executive Officer and President of Nanosonics said: 

The first half marked the successful launch of our next generation trophon technologies including trophon3 and the trophon2 Plus software upgrade package. Customer feedback to date has been highly encouraging particularly in relation to the workflow enhancements and digital capabilities.

However, it seems investors were not as convinced, as Nanosonics shares slumped nearly 10% following the announcement. 

What are experts saying about Nanosonics shares?

With Nanosonics shares trading at a 52-week low, it could appear to be a buy low opportunity. 

However a new report from Bell Potter indicates prospective investors should proceed with caution. 

Following the results yesterday, the broker said the stock is oversold and the current market price represents a reasonable entry point.

With that being said, the broker has a hold recommendation on Nanosonic shares. 

Bell Potter commented that the US business performed strongly, delivering double-digit growth in both capital equipment and consumables.

However, total revenue did not grow compared to the previous half, which is the first time this has happened since the end of COVID.

This slowdown was mainly due to currency headwinds and slower growth in consumable sales. 

Growth in ex US markets is wafer thin, hence all the growth must be generated from the US market which faces currency headwinds and sluggish demand growth in consumables.

Based on this guidance, Bell Potter also lowered its price target to $3.60 (previously $4.10). 

From yesterday’s closing price, that indicates approximately 9.8% upside. 

The stock is now trading at near 1 year lows with EV/Rev ~4.1x, which is as low as it has been for some time. Our earnings forecasts for FY26 – FY28 have been impacted by the stronger A$.

Elsewhere, estimates from analysts via TradingView indicate a more optimistic outlook for Nanosonics shares.

Analysts have an average one year price target of $4.54, which indicates approximately 38% upside.

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When you’re under 40, retirement can feel like someone else’s problem.

There’s a career to build, travel to plan, maybe a mortgage to tackle. Thinking 20 or 30 years ahead isn’t always exciting. But I genuinely believe your 20s and 30s are the most powerful financial decades of your life.

Not because you earn the most. But because you have time on your side.

Here are three financial moves I think can set you up for life if you make them early and stick with them.

1. Invest in ASX shares consistently, not occasionally

If I could give one piece of advice to someone under 40, it would be this: start investing in quality ASX shares or exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as soon as possible and do it regularly.

The share market is volatile. It always has been. There will be crashes, scary headlines, and periods where it feels like you made a mistake.

But history shows that broad share markets have delivered long-term returns in the high single digits per year. That doesn’t mean 9% every year. It means ups and downs that average out over time.

If you’re under 40, you likely have decades before you need to draw on your investments. That long runway gives you the ability to ride out downturns and benefit from recoveries.

Whether it’s individual blue chips like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) or Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), or diversified ETFs such as a broad market fund, the key is consistency. Monthly investing builds discipline and removes the pressure to time the market.

2. Embrace dividend income and reinvest it

A lot of younger investors gravitate towards growth stocks, and that makes sense. But I think dividend shares deserve serious attention as well.

In Australia, many ASX shares pay fully franked dividends. That means you receive income plus franking credits, which can boost after-tax returns.

More importantly, dividends give you cash flow. In your early years, that cash flow should almost always be reinvested. Each dividend buys more shares. Those shares then generate more dividends. And so on.

Over time, that creates a powerful snowball effect.

It might not feel exciting at first. The amounts seem small. But a portfolio that starts paying a few hundred dollars a year can grow into one paying tens of thousands annually if you give it enough time.

That income stream can eventually fund lifestyle choices, reduce working hours, or even support early retirement.

3. Let compounding do the heavy lifting

Compounding is often described as the eighth wonder of the world. I genuinely think that’s true.

Here’s the simple version: when your investments earn returns, and those returns earn returns, growth accelerates.

In the first five years, most of your portfolio growth will come from your own contributions. It can feel slow and even frustrating. But after 10 or 15 years, the balance shifts. Investment returns begin contributing more than you do.

That’s when things get interesting.

For example, investing $500 a month at an average return of 9% per year for 25 years can build a portfolio worth well over half a million dollars. Stretch that to 30 years and the numbers become even more powerful.

The earlier you start, the less you need to invest to reach the same end result.

Foolish takeaway

If you’re under 40, you don’t need a perfect strategy. You need a sensible one you can stick with.

Invest consistently. Reinvest dividends. Stay patient through volatility. And give compounding decades to work.

Do that, and you dramatically increase the odds that your future self will be financially secure, flexible, and free to choose how you spend your time.

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As we approach the finish line of February earnings season, the team at Bell Potter have just released updated guidance on two ASX financials stocks. 

Cuscal Ltd (ASX: CCL) and HMC Capital Ltd (ASX: HMC) both released HY26 results yesterday. 

Here’s a snapshot of what these ASX financials stocks reported. 

Cuscal

Cuscal is a payment and regulated data services provider in Australia. The group offers a comprehensive suite of payment infrastructure solutions to a diversified client base.

For the six months ended 31 December 2025, the company reported:

• Profit after tax (NPAT) increased by 76% to $21.5 million, compared to $12.2 million in the prior corresponding period
• Completed acquisition of Indue on 1 December 2025, contributing $5.3 million to Net Operating Income
• Transaction volume growth of 9%
• Total Net Operating Income increased 10% to $161.5 million
• Underlying NPAT increased 13% to $24.2 million
• Interim dividend of 4.5 cents per share.

Investors reacted positively to these results, as the ASX financials stock rose 6%. 

Its share price is now up more than 65% over the last year. 

HMC Capital 

HMC Capital is an alternative asset manager which invests in high conviction and scalable real asset strategies.

For the financial half year ended 31 December 2025, the company reported:

• Assets under management (AUM) of $19.5bn (+4% vs. Jun-25)
• 1H FY26 pre-tax operating EPS of 10.1 cents ($41.6m)
• $1.6bn of net tangible assets and undrawn debt
• 1H FY26 dividend of 6.0cps (partially franked)
• Reaffirmed FY26 pre-tax operating EPS target of at least 40 cps. 

Investors were seemingly disappointed with the results, as the share price fell 4.7% on Tuesday. 

HMC Capital shares are now down 71% over the last year, trading near its 52-week low.

Bell Potter’s updated outlook

Commenting on Cuscal results, Bell Potter said it delivered a strong result, with the highlight being upgraded guidance for high-single digit transaction volume growth to mid-teen growth.

The key surprise was elevated net interest and good early progress on Indue with an initial contribution. 

The broker has upgraded earnings per share (EPS) +1%/+3%/+4% out to FY28. 

Meanwhile, Bell Potter noted that HMC Capital pre-tax earnings per share (EPS) of 10.1 cents was well below expectations. It was 39% below Bell Potter’s estimate and 35% below consensus. 

This was mainly because it received less income from one-off or non-recurring sources.

Bell Potter reduced its FY26–FY28 post-tax EPS forecasts by 6–8%.

Target price adjustments from Bell Potter

Based on this guidance, Bell Potter increased the price target for Cuscal to $5.10 (previously $4.60). 

It retained its buy recommendation. 

From yesterday’s closing price of $4.23, this indicates an upside of approximately 20%. 

CCL screens cheap factoring in run-rate cost synergies, remains well capitalised to return capital, assess further acquisitions and is benefitting from strong client performance, structural tailwinds.

Meanwhile, the broker lowered its price target for ASX financials stock HMC capital. 

The broker now has a price target of $3.20 (previously $4.25), along with a hold recommendation. 

From yesterday’s closing price of $2.82, this indicates a potential upside of 13.5%. 

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Mineral Resources Ltd (ASX: MIN) shares soared 6.49% to $57.29 while Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) closed 1.1% lower at $159.32 yesterday.

Both ASX 200 miners divulged their latest earnings reports last week.

On Thursday, Rio Tinto reported a 9% increase in underlying earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) to US$25.4 billion for full-year FY25.

The miner reported stable underlying earnings of US$10.9 billion and a 14% reduction in net profit attributable to owners to US$10 billion.

Rio Tinto shares will pay a fully franked final dividend of US$2.54 per share.

On Friday, Mineral Resources revealed a record EBITDA of $1.2 billion for 1H FY26, up a whopping 286% on 1H FY25.

The underlying net profit after tax (NPAT) was $343 million, up 275% year-over-year, with no dividend declared.

Mineral Resources shares haven’t paid a dividend since 1H FY24 due to management’s preference to strengthen the balance sheet.

The experts have since pored over the numbers and updated their ratings and 12-month price targets on both ASX 200 mining shares.

Let’s take a look.

Rio Tinto shares

Goldman Sachs downgraded Rio Tinto shares to a hold rating after reviewing the full-year report.

However, the broker raised its 12-month price target on Rio Tinto from $160 to $165 per share.

Ord Minnett retained its buy rating and reduced its target slightly from $173 to $172.

Morgan Stanley kept its hold rating with a target of $140.

Macquarie reiterated its hold rating with a price target of $155.

UBS kept its hold rating with a price target of $160.

Morgans maintained its trim rating and lifted its price target from $142 to $146 per share.

In a note, the broker said:

Solid earnings result, albeit flat earnings despite Copper EBITDA doubling.

An investment heavy phase, FCF will rise on Simandou/OT ramp.

Whether RIO prove sceptics wrong and unlock value from mega deals at the top of the cycle is a key question and risk.

We lean towards ‘no’, as in our experience M&A action in bull markets pushes listed targets beyond fair value.

RIO is keeping pace with the upgrade cycle, which supports gains but undermines our view on further value, although it remains one of the highest quality sector exposures.

Mineral Resources shares

After reviewing the miner’s 1H FY26 results, Morgans upgraded Mineral Resources shares to a buy rating.

The broker increased its 12-month share price target from $66 to $68.

RBC Capital reiterated its buy rating with a 12-month price target of $67.

UBS kept its buy rating with a price target of $68.

Bell Potter maintained its buy rating with a price target of $70.

Macquarie reiterated its buy rating on Mineral Resources shares and lifted its price target from $75 to $76.

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Just because a stock trades under $50 doesn’t mean it lacks scale or ambition. In fact, some of the most exciting growth stories on the ASX sit well below that price point.

Right now, two names stand out to me as businesses that could surprise on the upside over the next few years.

Life360 Inc. (ASX: 360)

With shares trading at $21.76, Life360 is a long way below where analysts think it could be headed.

This is not just another software name riding a trend. Life360 operates a global family safety platform with nearly 100 million monthly active users (MAU) and a fast-growing base of paying subscribers. Its ecosystem includes location tracking, crash detection, emergency dispatch, and digital safety features. Over time, it has layered in advertising and data capabilities through acquisitions like Tile and Nativo.

One of the key concerns weighing on software stocks recently has been artificial intelligence disruption. But Bell Potter argues that Life360 “is an app rather than [a] software company so faces little risk of AI displacement given the ecosystem it has developed over >15 years.”

That long development runway matters. The company has embedded itself into family routines, and switching costs are behavioural as much as technological.

Valuation also looks more interesting after the pullback. Bell Potter notes the stock is trading on 2026 and 2027 EV/Adjusted EBITDA multiples of roughly 31x and 21x, which it believes “looks value for forecast growth of c.45% in both periods.” The broker has a buy rating and a $41.50 price target, implying around 90% upside from current levels.

If Life360 continues executing on user growth and monetisation, I think the current share price could prove to be a significant underestimation of its long-term potential.

Breville Group Ltd (ASX: BRG)

Breville shares are currently trading at $30.83, which, in my view, doesn’t fully reflect the quality of the brand or its global opportunity.

The ASX stock’s half-year result was described by Morgans as “better-than-feared,” with double-digit sales growth of 10%. Tariff costs weighed on gross margins and kept net profit after tax growth to just 1%, but crucially, management provided FY26 EBIT growth guidance. That visibility seems to have reassured analysts that this is not a broken growth story.

Morgans said it continues to be impressed by Breville’s “strong operational execution, green shoots in Food Prep, and powerful medium-term tailwinds (geographic expansion, espresso tailwinds, NPD, Best Buy developments).” It has a buy rating and a $40.65 price target, which suggests roughly 31% upside.

What I like most about Breville is that it isn’t reliant on one product cycle. It has built a premium brand in espresso machines and kitchen appliances, and it is steadily expanding geographically. Over time, that combination of product innovation and international growth can drive compounding earnings.

Foolish takeaway

Both Life360 and Breville are trading under $50, but neither is a small or speculative ASX stock.

Life360 offers high-growth optionality in a global digital ecosystem, while Breville combines brand strength with expanding international reach. If execution continues and sentiment improves, I believe both have the potential to deliver outsized returns from here.

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The ASX All Ordinaries Index (ASX: XAO) has eased slightly as we move further into the fourth week of earnings season. At the close of the market on Tuesday, the All Ords Index had dropped 0.078% for the day to 9,244.30 points.

It’s not all bad news though. After coming off a four-month high late last week, the index is still trading significantly higher (up 7.99%) than this time last year, and it looks like it could keep climbing.

Here are three ASX All Ords shares which I’d buy today.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Ltd (ASX: EOS)

EOS shares have plunged 32.13% since their all-time high recorded in mid-January. But the stock is still nearly 500% above where it was trading just one year ago. 

The Aussie defence company, which develops and produces advanced electro-optic technologies, has faced a couple of headwinds recently. Speculation that the company might move its headquarters  and stock market listing from Australia to Europe seemed to spook investors. And a scathing short seller report from Grizzly Research, which raised doubts about a recent acquisition, damaged investor confidence.

But analysts are still incredibly bullish on the outlook for the ASX All Ords defence share. 

Yesterday, analysts at Bell Potter confirmed their buy rating on EOS shares, however lowered their price target to $9.70. The broker is one of three analysts which have a buy rating on the stock. Bell Potter represents the most bearish price target while others think the stock could jump as much as 76.67% to $12.95 a piece, from the share price at the time of writing. 

Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS)

Woodside shares have stormed higher in 2026 off the back of global oil supply concerns and some impressive production figures and strong returns for 2025. 

At the close of the ASX All Ords Index on Tuesday, Woodside shares are 17.29% higher for the year-to-date and 18.69% higher than this time last year.

Analysts were impressed with the energy stock’s results and even after the latest price rally, many think there is some more upside ahead.

TradingView data shows that out of 15 analysts, 9 have a hold rating. Another 6 have a buy or strong buy rating on the stock. The maximum target price is $31.02, which implies a potential 11.78% upside at the time of writing. 

TechnologyOne Limited (ASX: TNE)

TechnologyOne shares have had a more difficult start to 2026. At the close of the ASX on Tuesday, the tech stock is down 18.92% for the year-to-date and a huge 29.3% lower than this time last year.

The stock suffered a dramatic sell-off by investors late-last year. The company reported strong financials in November but investors weren’t satisfied with the lack of future growth projections. The stock was also smashed by a broad tech-sector sell-off earlier this month.

Despite the slow start, I think the ASX tech share has the potential to quietly become a global leader this year.

Analysts seem to agree too. The stock is widely tipped to storm higher over the next 12 months. And it looks like the shares are now trading below fair value. 

TradingView data shows that 13 out of 16 analysts have a buy or strong buy rating on TechnologyOne shares. The maximum target price is $40.32, which implies a huge 78.49% potential upside over the next 12 months, at the time of writing.

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S&P/ASX All Ords Index (ASX: XAO) shares fell 0.078% to 9,244.3 points yesterday as earnings season continued.

The following three ASX All Ords shares hit fresh 52-week lows yesterday.

Are they are buy?

Let’s defer to the experts.

3 ASX All Ords shares at 52-week lows

Beacon Lighting Group Ltd (ASX: BLX)

This ASX All Ords consumer discretionary share fell to a 52-week low of $2.15 on Tuesday.

That’s a 36% fall over 12 months.

Morgans upgraded its rating on Beacon Lighting shares from accumulate to buy after the company’s 1H FY26 report.

The broker commented:

BLX 1H26 result was weaker than expected, driven by softer sales in both retail and trade, which has tempered expectations of a meaningful recovery in the 2H.

We have lowered our sales forecasts in FY26/27 resulting in 5%/6% downgrades to our EBITDA forecasts, and more meaningful downgrades at the NPAT line.

Whilst earnings recovery is likely longer dated, we see long-term opportunity in trade, store network growth, and margin expansion as the cycle turns.

The broker reduced its 12-month share price target from $3.80 to $3.20.

This still suggests a near-50% potential capital gain over the next year.

Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE)

This ASX All Ords wine share tumbled to a 52-week low of $4.49 yesterday.

That’s a 59% decline over 12 months.

Morgans maintained its hold rating on this ASX retail share after reviewing the company’s 1H FY26 results.

The broker said the report was weak but broadly in line with the company’s guidance.

Leverage was well above the target range, and the board did not declare an interim dividend.

Morgans added:

TWE reiterated that 2H26 EBITS is expected to be higher than the 1H26. It is too early to call whether TWE can grow earnings in FY27.

We think this will not occur until FY28 given the priority to reduce customer inventory in the US and China.

It will take time for new management to deliver more acceptable returns and for TWE to rebuild credibility with the market.

Morgans lifted its 12-month price target slightly from $5.25 to $5.30 per share.

This implies a potential upside of almost 20% over the next 12 months.

Megaport Ltd (ASX: MP1)

This ASX All Ords tech share tumbled to a 52-week low of $7.36 yesterday.

The Megaport share price has fallen 35% over 12 months.

Morgans retained its buy rating after reviewing the company’s 1H FY26 report.

Morgans said:

MP1’s 1H26 result was a beat relative to our and consensus EBITDA expectations.

Revenue was inline, with gross profit higher and OPEX lower than expected.

FY26 guidance is broadly inline with our expectations. However, the 1H/2H skew and composition are meaningfully different.

This necessitates a huge increase in OPEX from 1H26 into 2H26 which leaves us thinking guidance looks conservative.

Cycling 2H26 OPEX into FY27 and beyond causes us to reduce our FY27 and FY28 EBITDA forecasts by ~20%, while concurrently lifting our revenue forecasts by ~6%.

The broker lowered its 12-month share price target on Megaport to $15.50.

This suggests the ASX tech share could more than double over the next 12 months.

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This S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) share continues to explore new depths.

During Tuesday trading, Lendlease Group Ltd (ASX: LLC) tumbled to an all-time low of $4.11. It managed to finish the day a bit higher at $4.20, bringing the loss for the year to 19%.

Now investors are asking: has this ASX 200 share finally bottomed or is there further to fall?

From powerhouse to downfall

The ASX 200 real estate share dropped its half-year results for the six months to 31 December 2025 on Monday — and the market wasn’t impressed. Lendlease posted a statutory net loss of $318 million, a sharp reversal that sent sentiment south.

Lendlease was once seen as a global force in urban regeneration, designing, building and managing landmark commercial and residential projects. Its stamp is on Sydney’s Barangaroo and London’s Elephant & Castle redevelopment.

But earnings downgrades, cost blowouts, project delays and higher interest rates have taken their toll. Over the past 12 months, Lendlease shares have fallen 33%. The ASX share is badly lagging the S&P/ASX 200 Index, which has climbed 8.8% over the same period.

Loss highlights reset

This latest loss reflects heavy investment property revaluations and impairments that dragged down the bottom line. Core operating profit after tax also slipped into the red, underscoring that the turnaround still has work to do.

That said, management has been busy reshaping the business — exiting international construction, simplifying operations and focusing on capital recycling. Leadership called the first half “transitional” and is pointed to stronger earnings in the second half and into FY27 as developments complete and capital is freed up.

Billions in the pipeline

Look past the headline loss and you’ll find some green shoots. The Investments, Development and Construction (IDC) segment generated positive EBITDA, while the Australian construction business locked in $4 billion in new project work — a solid vote of confidence in its order book.

Lendlease also declared an interim distribution of 6.2 cents per share and cut net debt, sticking to its capital recycling playbook.

The board said it remains committed to returning surplus capital to securityholders, including through an on-market buyback. This will occur once there is more certainty that underlying gearing will be sustainably at 15%.

What next for Lendlease shares?

For investors, the question now is simple: can execution catch up with ambition?

At the time of writing, TradingView data shows analysts are split on Lendlease. Of the seven brokers covering the stock, four rate it a strong buy, two say hold, and one has a sell on the shares.

But here’s the twist: even after the latest sell-off, every price target still points higher.

The average target price sits at $5.41, implying 28.7% upside over the next 12 months. If the most bullish $6.50 target proves accurate, investors could be pocketing a potential 55% gain from current levels of $4.20.

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ASX materials stock Coronado Global Resources Inc (ASX: CRN) is in focus today after its share price jumped 10.5% higher on Tuesday. 

It has been a clear earnings season winner as investors reacted positively to its FY25 full-year result.

This marked a turnaround for the ASX materials stock. Even with yesterday’s big gain, its share price is down more than 44% over the last year. 

What did the company report?

Coronado Resources is a leading international producer of high-quality metallurgical coal, an essential element in the production of steel.

The company operates in two of the largest and most productive metallurgical coal basins in the world, the Bowen Basin in Queensland, Australia and the central Appalachian region of the US. 

Yesterday, it released full financial year results for 2025. 

This included: 

• Revenue of US$1.95 billion, down from US$2.51 billion in 2024
• Adjusted EBITDA loss of US$144.2 million. After a positive US$115.1 million in FY24
• Total sales volume of 15.6 million tonnes, compared with 15.8 million tonnes in 2024.

As The Motley Fool’s Aaron Teboneras reported yesterday, it was a somewhat surprising the positive reaction after a tough year for the coal miner. 

What is Bell Potter’s view?

Following yesterday’s result, the team at Bell Potter released updated guidance on this ASX materials stock. 

Commenting on yesterday’s result, the broker said the reported underlying EBITDA loss was slightly better than Bell Potter’s estimate. 

However, the statutory net loss after tax was US$432 million, worse than expected due to higher finance costs. As expected, no dividend was declared.

The broker also noted that although Coronado Resources is focused on reducing debt. It has flagged a potential ~2Mtpa Mammoth Phase 2 underground project, with an estimated capital cost of around US$150 million.

This project depends on market conditions and Board approval. 

CRN’s capital allocation framework outlines growth investment only when its available cash liquidity is above US$400m. Under our operating and coal price outlook, CRN will not materially deleverage over the forecast period.

Price target decreases

Based on this guidance, earnings per share forecasts have been reduced by 6% for CY26, 21% for CY27, and CY28 is now expected to record a small loss (previously a profit was forecast).

Bell Potter has maintained its speculative hold recommendation on this ASX materials stock. 

It lowered its price target to $0.38 (previously $0.43). 

From yesterday’s closing price of $0.32, this revised target indicates a potential upside of approximately 20% for this ASX materials stock.

We maintain our Speculative Hold recommendation, recognising balance sheet risks. In the near-term, operational performance should lift with the ramp-up of Mammoth underground and the Buchanan expansion projects, supporting production volumes and lower unit costs.

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If you have $10,000 ready to invest as we head into March, focusing on quality ASX 200 shares with clear long-term drivers could be a smart way to start the new month.

I would be looking at businesses with strong growth potential and the ability to compound earnings over time.

Here are three ASX 200 shares I would consider.

Goodman Group (ASX: GMG)

The first ASX 200 share to consider is Goodman Group.

Goodman is a global industrial property specialist with growing exposure to data centres. As ecommerce, logistics, and cloud computing continue to expand, demand for high-quality industrial space and powered data centre sites remains strong.

One of the most compelling parts of the Goodman story is its development pipeline. The group has a substantial work in progress portfolio and continues to partner with major institutional investors to fund new projects. That capital-light partnership model allows it to scale without overextending its balance sheet.

Industrial real estate may not be glamorous, but the structural tailwinds behind logistics and digital infrastructure could continue well into the next decade.

ResMed Inc. (ASX: RMD)

Another ASX 200 share worth considering is ResMed.

ResMed is a global leader in sleep and respiratory care. Ageing populations, rising obesity rates, and increased awareness of sleep health are long-term demand drivers that are unlikely to fade anytime soon.

The company has also been investing heavily in digital health platforms, connecting devices to cloud-based software to improve patient monitoring and outcomes. This creates recurring revenue opportunities and strengthens customer relationships.

And with a total addressable market estimated to be over 1 billion people, Resumes has a very long growth runway.

REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA)

A final ASX 200 share to consider is REA Group.

REA operates Australia’s dominant online property listings platform, realestate.com.au. Its competitive position gives it strong pricing power and high margins. Agents and buyers gravitate toward the platform with the most listings and the largest audience, reinforcing its network effect.

In addition, REA continues to expand its data products and premium listing services, which supports revenue growth even in softer markets.

Over time, businesses with entrenched market leadership and scalable platforms can generate impressive compounding returns. I think REA is one of them.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Goodman Group, REA Group, and ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Goodman Group and ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended ResMed. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Goodman Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.