I looked for ASX shares that could double their dividends by 2036. Here’s what I found

One of the things I love about long-term investing is the potential for compounding to turn relatively modest growth into something much more substantial.

And this doesn’t just apply to ASX share prices. It can also apply to dividend income.

For example, if a company increases its dividend by approximately 7.2% annually, its payout will double over 10 years.

That means an investment generating $1,000 in annual dividends today could potentially provide $2,000 in 2036, without the investor having to buy another ASX share.

Of course, achieving that requires a business capable of growing its earnings and cash flows consistently enough to support those increases.

So, I decided to look for ASX shares that I believe could potentially double their dividends over the next decade.

Here are five that caught my attention.

Coles Group Ltd (ASX: COL)

The first ASX share I would consider is Coles. I think the supermarket giant has many of the qualities that make a good long-term dividend investment.

It operates in an industry where demand is relatively dependable, with millions of Australians visiting its stores every week to buy everyday essentials.

But what I like most is the opportunity to improve profitability. Coles has invested heavily in automated distribution centres, technology, and improving its supply chain. These investments are already helping the company become more efficient, and I believe there are further benefits to come.

Its FY 2026 results were encouraging, with underlying net profit increasing by approximately 13%. The company also paid fully franked dividends totalling 78 cents per share for the year.

If that payout doubled by 2036, shareholders would be receiving $1.56 per share annually.

I think this makes Coles a good starting point, but I believe some of the other companies on my shortlist have the potential to deliver even greater dividend growth.

In fact, a couple could be paying substantially more to shareholders by 2036 if their ambitious growth plans deliver.

So, which other ASX shares do I believe could double their dividends over the next decade?

Dicker Data Ltd (ASX: DDR)

Another ASX share I believe could potentially double its dividends by 2036 is Dicker Data.

The company distributes technology products, software, and cloud solutions to thousands of Australian and New Zealand businesses through its reseller network.

I like this business because technology spending is becoming increasingly important to organisations of all sizes. Whether companies are upgrading computers, moving to the cloud, or strengthening cybersecurity, Dicker Data is well positioned to benefit.

And there is evidence that demand remains strong. During the first half of FY 2026, Dicker Data increased its gross revenue by 14.2%, while net profit jumped 54.1%.

The company has also announced plans to acquire Sektor Group, which will give it an established presence in parts of Southeast Asia and expand its range of technology products. I think this could open up additional growth opportunities over the coming decade.

Dicker Data currently pays quarterly dividends of 11.5 cents per share, equivalent to 46 cents annually if maintained. Doubling that annualised amount would mean shareholders receiving 92 cents per share in 2036.

While its relatively high dividend payout ratio means earnings growth will be important, I believe Dicker Data has the potential to deliver it.

REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA)

The next ASX share I would consider is property listings company REA Group. I think this is one of the best businesses on the Australian share market, largely because of the powerful competitive position enjoyed by its realestate.com.au platform.

Its enormous audience makes it an essential advertising destination for real estate agents, which in turn helps attract even more property buyers and sellers.

And that gives REA considerable pricing power. As agents become increasingly dependent on its platform, the company can continue introducing higher-value advertising products and services.

Importantly, REA doesn’t necessarily need property listings to grow substantially to increase its earnings. That was demonstrated in FY 2026, when its Australian residential revenue increased by 12%, despite relatively flat listing volumes.

Its fully franked annual dividend also increased by 20% to $2.97 per share. If REA could sustain average dividend growth of around 7.2%, that payout would reach approximately $5.94 by 2036.

I wouldn’t be expecting 20% growth every year, but given its competitive advantages and opportunities to increase revenue per listing, I think doubling its dividend is achievable.

TechnologyOne Ltd (ASX: TNE)

TechnologyOne is another ASX share that I believe deserves a place on this list. The enterprise software provider supplies essential systems to councils, universities, government organisations, and businesses.

I like the stickiness of its offering. Once customers have adopted TechnologyOne’s software, switching to another provider can be expensive and disruptive. This helps the company retain customers and generate recurring revenue.

And as its customer base expands, I believe profitability could grow considerably. In fact, TechnologyOne reported annual recurring revenue of $598 million at the end of March 2026, representing an increase of 17%.

But management isn’t resting on its laurels. It is targeting more than $1 billion in annual recurring revenue by FY 2030.

That provides a strong foundation for future earnings and dividend growth, particularly as the company benefits from the economies of scale of its cloud software platform.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

A final ASX share I think has a lot of dividend growth potential is WiseTech Global.

The logistics software company is best known for CargoWise, which helps freight forwarders and logistics providers manage complex international supply chains.

I think the long-term opportunity here is significant. Global logistics remains a complicated industry, and companies are increasingly turning to technology to improve efficiency and manage their operations.

CargoWise is deeply embedded in many customers’ businesses, making it difficult to replace and providing WiseTech with recurring revenue.

In FY 2026, WiseTech generated US$410.7 million in free cash flow, an increase of 43%. I believe continued growth in CargoWise and successful integration of its acquisitions could support significantly higher earnings and dividends by 2036.

However, WiseTech arguably carries greater execution and governance risks than some of the other companies on this list.

Its borrowings following the e2open acquisition also mean debt reduction will compete with dividend growth for cash.

Nevertheless, with its relatively low dividend payout ratio and significant growth opportunities, I believe its dividends could potentially more than double over the next decade.

Which would I choose?

All five ASX shares offer different paths to higher dividend income, but I think REA Group and TechnologyOne stand out for their combination of competitive advantages, recurring revenue, and long-term growth potential.

Neither necessarily offers the highest dividend yield today. However, if they can continue growing earnings at attractive rates, I believe their dividends could be substantially larger in 2036.

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