Where to invest $10,000 in ASX 200 shares next week

If you’ve got $10,000 ready to put to work next week, focusing on established ASX 200 shares with clear long-term drivers could be a smart move.

But which shares could be worth considering? Let’s take a look at three ASX 200 shares that brokers currently rate as buys. They are as follows:

Aristocrat Leisure Ltd (ASX: ALL)

The first ASX 200 share to consider is Aristocrat Leisure. It is no longer just a poker machine manufacturer. In recent years, it has evolved into a diversified gaming technology company with exposure to land-based machines, online real-money gaming, and mobile social casino titles.

That mix gives it multiple revenue streams. Its content pipeline, research and development investment, and intellectual property are central to its success, with new game releases driving recurring performance across venues and digital platforms.

Gaming demand can fluctuate, but strong franchises and global scale give Aristocrat resilience. Over time, its combination of hardware, digital content, and expanding international footprint could support steady growth.

Bell Potter is a big fan and currently has a buy rating and $70.00 price target on its shares.

NextDC Ltd (ASX: NXT)

Another ASX 200 share worth considering according to analysts is NextDC.

It operates critical data centre infrastructure that supports cloud providers, enterprises, and government agencies. As digital workloads expand and artificial intelligence (AI) adoption accelerates, the need for secure, high-performance data centres continues to rise.

The company has a growing development pipeline and long-term customer contracts that provide visibility into future revenue. While its share price can be volatile in periods of tech weakness, the underlying demand drivers remain structural rather than cyclical.

For investors seeking exposure to digital infrastructure rather than pure software, NextDC offers a different angle on the technology theme.

Morgans is bullish on this one and has a buy rating and $19.00 price target on its shares.

REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA)

A final ASX 200 share to consider next week is REA Group.

REA operates Australia’s leading online property marketplace. Its dominant position gives it pricing power and strong network effects, as agents and buyers naturally gravitate toward the platform with the most listings and audience engagement.

Property cycles may ebb and flow, but digital advertising in real estate is now deeply embedded. Over the long term, population growth and housing turnover support ongoing activity.

REA’s ability to monetise listings, premium placement, and data services makes it more than just a classifieds site. It is a platform business with strong competitive barriers.

Bell Potter is positive on the company and has a buy rating and $211.00 price target on its shares.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Nextdc and REA Group. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.