Investors looking for ASX blue-chip shares are probably aiming for businesses that can provide stability, reliable earnings and a good dividend yield.

Share prices can go down and payouts are not guaranteed, but I believe some businesses are capable of being more resilient and consistent.

I think the two names below are leaders in their industry at what they do, offering pleasing passive income.

Scentre Group (ASX: SCG)

This business is the owner of large shopping centres – it owns 42 Westfield locations across Australia and New Zealand, which includes more than 12,000 outlets.

One of the main reasons why I think it’s such a stable investment is that rental income is contracted and reliable – it had a portfolio occupancy of 99.8% at 31 March 2026, showing it’s maximising its rental potential.

It has evolved from just a retail centre to being a core destination for other experiences uses such as entertainment, dining and so on. I don’t think it’s as vulnerable to e-commerce adoption as other retail real estate investment trusts (REITs).

The business continues to report growth across a number of rental metrics.

In the three months to 31 March 2026, total business partner (tenant) sales across the portfolio were $7 billion (up 5%), with specialty sales growth of 5.3%.

It also noted that average specialty rent escalations were 5.3% in the three months to 31 March 2026. This is good organic rental growth.

The ASX blue-chip share completed 636 leasing deals, achieving average specialty releasing spreads of 3.3%. In other words, the new rental contracts are (on average) 3.3% higher than the old ones. That’s also pleasing organic growth for the business.

Another way that Scentre can increase its rental potential is by investing in (re)developments at its locations. It’s currently progressing a $240 million redevelopment at Westfield Bondi as a “world-leading lifestyle, entertainment and dining destination”.

According to the forecast on Commsec, the business is projected to grow its annual payout to 19.1 cents per security in FY27. That translates into a forward distribution yield of 4.9%.

Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS)

Another ASX blue-chip share I want to highlight is Telstra, the country’s largest telco business.

Its scale means it’s able to generate high profit margins and invest the most in its network, compared to other industries. Hopefully it continues investing in its resilience and reliability.

The company’s market position and network coverage mean it’s able to attract a lot of customers. Australia’s ongoing digitalisation is a tailwind for demand for Telstra’s services, with an increasing number of devices needing a connection.

Telstra’s revenue and underlying earnings have been steadily growing in the last few years, giving the company the financial room to pay a rising dividend. In its latest result, it grew its interim dividend per share by 10.5% to 10.5 cents.

The projection on Commsec suggests the ASX blue-chip share could pay an annual dividend per share of 21.5 cents in FY27. That could translate into a grossed-up dividend yield of 6.1%, including franking credits.

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With lots of ASX shares to choose from on the Australian market, it can be difficult to decide which ones to buy. The good news is that brokers across the country are doing a lot of the hard work for you. 

Three top ASX shares that leading brokers have named as buys this week are outlined below. Let’s see why they are bullish on them.

ANZ Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: ANZ)

According to a note out of Citi, its analysts have retained their buy rating and $39.25 price target on this banking giant’s shares. The broker has been busy looking at the impact that artificial intelligence (AI) could have on the banking sector. The good news is that Citi believes ANZ could benefit from agentic AI. In fact, it estimates that the big four banks could see their profits increase by up to 5%. In light of this, the broker remains positive on ANZ and continues to see value in its shares at current levels. The ANZ share price last traded at $35.70.

Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB)

A note out of Bell Potter reveals that its analysts have retained their buy rating and $110.00 price target on this investment platform provider’s shares. Bell Potter was pleased with Hub24’s quarterly update, noting that it delivered a good result. It highlights that total net inflows were comparable to the prior corresponding period and no one-off large outflows were revealed. In addition, Bell Potter believes that the outlook commentary reinforces the structural growth story and the result leaves FY 2027 targets intact. The Hub24 share price was fetching $81.35 at yesterday’s close.

Qantas Airways Ltd (ASX: QAN)

Analysts at Morgan Stanley have retained their overweight rating on this airline operator’s shares with an improved price target of $12.50. According to the note, Morgan Stanley believes that Qantas’ Project Sunrise could be the catalyst for a structural re-rating of its shares. It highlights that the project, its fleet renewal, and broader network initiatives should improve earnings resilience, support stronger international margins, and narrow Qantas’ valuation discount to global peers. As a result, the broker thinks that now could be a good time to snap up shares. The Qantas share price last traded at $10.14.

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There many hundreds of ASX shares that investors can buy, but not many are backed by multiple analysts with buy ratings.

I think it’s interesting when an expert calls a stock a buy, but it could be a compelling idea when there are numerous buy ratings.

Based on the positivity of analysts, below could be two of the best ideas to buy right now.

AMP Ltd (ASX: AMP)

AMP is a diversified business that offers superannuation, investments and banking services.

The company recently announced its profit expectations for the 2026 first half result. Underlying net profit after tax (NPAT) is expected to be in the range of between $170 million to $180 million.

It outlined a number of elements from that update. In its China partnerships, it’s expecting to see a stronger contribution with a 24% rise of profit to approximately $56 million.

AMP’s investment income impacts of $5 million have been “favourable” following interest rate increases, compared to the first half of 2025.

It also highlighted a $5 million favourable impact of the North guarantee in the platforms.  

The business also noted it was recognising approximately $13 million of a carried interest relating to a partial sale of remaining assets within a legacy fund that was retained from the sale of AMP Capital’s international infrastructure equity business.

According to CMC Invest, there have been seven ratings within the last three months with, four buys and three holds.

JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX: JBH)

Another ASX share that is highly backed by analysts right now is electronics and appliance business JB Hi-Fi.

It now operates four different businesses – JB Hi-Fi Australia, JB Hi-Fi New Zealand, The Good Guys and E&S. The company has excelled at having very productive sales floors, efficient costs and offering customers competitive prices.

Given how Australia has become increasingly digital, JB Hi-Fi operates in a compelling segment of the retail market and has a strong market presence.

In addition, the business has regularly increased its annual dividend for investors – the payout has increased almost every year since 2013. That’s a great track record for investors focused on passive income.

In terms of analyst backing, according to CMC Invest, there have been 10 ratings on the business in the last three months, with five buy ratings, four buy ratings and one sell rating. Based on the projection on CMC Invest, the business is forecast to pay a grossed-up dividend yield of 6.3% including franking credits and 4.4% excluding franking credits.

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Motley Fool contributor Tristan Harrison has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. 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.