Best Australian stocks to buy right now with $2,000

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If you are lucky enough to have $2,000 to invest in the share market, then it could be worth looking at the three Australian stocks in this article.

Here’s why they could be among the best to buy now:

Goodman Group (ASX: GMG)

The first Australian stock that could be a buy is Goodman Group.

Goodman has built one of the most valuable industrial property platforms in the world. Its portfolio includes logistics facilities and data infrastructure across major cities in Australia, Europe, Asia, and North America.

While logistics warehouses were once viewed as relatively mundane assets, they have become critical infrastructure in the digital economy. Online retailers and global supply chains increasingly rely on strategically located distribution centres to deliver goods quickly.

More recently, Goodman has been expanding into data centre developments. With artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing driving explosive demand for data processing, this part of the business could become an increasingly important growth engine.

REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA)

Another Australian stock that could be worth considering with the $2,000 is REA Group.

REA operates realestate.com.au, the dominant property listings platform in Australia. Over time, the company has transformed the way Australians search for homes, becoming the central marketplace for property advertising.

One of the most powerful aspects of the business is its network effect. Agents want to advertise on the platform where the most buyers are searching, and buyers go where the most listings appear. This dynamic has helped REA maintain a commanding position in the market.

As property prices rise and real estate transactions remain an essential part of the economy, REA continues to benefit from strong demand for its advertising and digital services.

TechnologyOne Ltd (ASX: TNE)

A final Australian stock that could be worth a look is TechnologyOne.

TechnologyOne develops enterprise software used by governments, universities, and large organisations. Its products help manage financial systems, human resources, and asset management across complex institutions.

Over the past decade, the company has successfully transitioned customers to a software-as-a-service model delivered through the cloud. This shift has increased annual recurring revenue and strengthened customer relationships.

What also stands out about TechnologyOne is its remarkable consistency. The company has delivered steady earnings growth for many years, supported by long-term contracts and deeply embedded software platforms.

And with management believing that the company can double in size every five years, the future looks bright for this one.

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