Building a balanced portfolio doesn’t have to be complicated. One approach is to combine a reliable dividend payer with a high-quality ASX growth stock.

That way, investors can enjoy a stream of passive income while also benefiting from the potential for long-term capital growth. With that in mind, here are two ASX shares that could be worth considering right now.

Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW)

When it comes to dependable dividend shares, Woolworths stands out as one of the ASX’s most established blue chip companies.

Woolworths operates Australia’s largest supermarket network and serves millions of customers every week through its supermarkets, online platforms, and complementary retail businesses. While grocery retailing may not be the most exciting industry, the ASX stock offers something many investors value: resilience.

Consumers still need to buy food and household essentials regardless of economic conditions. That defensive characteristic helps Woolworths generate relatively stable earnings and cash flow across market cycles, providing a strong foundation for dividend payments.

The company has also been investing heavily in technology, supply chain improvements, and its digital capabilities. These initiatives should help strengthen its competitive position and support earnings growth over the long term.

While dividend yields can fluctuate, Woolworths has a long history of rewarding shareholders through fully franked dividends. Bell Potter expects Woolworths to pay dividends of 91 cents per share in FY26 and 94 cents in FY27. This translates to forward dividend yields of approximately 2.4% and 2.5%, respectively.

For investors seeking a combination of income and stability, the ASX supermarket stock remains one of the highest-quality dividend stocks on the Australian market.

Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME)

For investors seeking capital growth, Pro Medicus continues to stand out as one of the ASX’s premier growth companies. The $18 billion ASX stock has jumped 35% in the past month, but is still 20% down in 2026.

Pro Medicus develops medical imaging software used by hospitals, healthcare networks, and radiology providers around the world. Its flagship Visage platform allows clinicians to access, analyse, and share medical images quickly and efficiently, helping improve workflow and patient outcomes.

What makes the ASX stock particularly compelling is the strength of its business model. The company generates high-margin recurring revenue, carries no debt, and consistently converts a large portion of its earnings into cash.

Just as importantly, demand for advanced medical imaging technology continues to grow. Healthcare providers are handling increasing volumes of imaging data and are seeking faster, more efficient solutions. Pro Medicus has positioned itself at the centre of this trend.

The company has also built a strong track record of winning major contracts with leading healthcare institutions, particularly in the US. Each new contract expands its customer base and creates opportunities for future growth.

Macquarie has an outperform rating on the ASX healthcare company, with a $221 target, implying a potential gain of 27%. The analyst team at Morgans is a little less bullish, but still has a buy rating and $210 target price on the shares. This points to a 19% upside over the next 12 months.

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Motley Fool contributor Marc Van Dinther has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Pro Medicus. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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It is fair to say that technology has become one of the strongest forces in global markets over the past decade.

It is changing how people work, shop, communicate, travel, manufacture goods, run businesses, and manage data.

That is why tech-focused ASX exchange traded funds (ETFs) can be useful for long-term investors.

They provide exposure to broad technology themes without relying on a single company to get everything right.

But which ones could be good options right now?

Here are three amazing ASX tech ETFs that could be worth considering if you are aiming to buy and hold for a very long time.

Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF (ASX: ATEC)

The first ASX tech ETF to look at is the Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF.

This fund gives investors exposure to Australian technology companies.

That makes it quite different from many global technology ETFs, which are dominated by US mega-caps.

The Betashares S&P/ASX Australian Technology ETF offers local exposure to companies involved in software, online services, payments, digital infrastructure, and technology-enabled business models. This includes WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) and Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO).

The fund has been and will likely remain volatile, because smaller technology companies can move sharply when market sentiment changes. But for investors wanting exposure to home-grown innovation, this ASX ETF could be a compelling long-term option.

It was recently recommended by analysts at Betashares.

Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

Another ASX tech ETF to consider for the long-term is the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF.

Asia is central to the global technology ecosystem. The region is home to major semiconductor companies, ecommerce platforms, digital payment networks, gaming businesses, hardware manufacturers, and online services used by over a billion people.

This gives the Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF a powerful long-term theme.

It provides easy access to the companies building and serving the digital economies of countries such as Taiwan, South Korea, China, and India. This includes Tencent (SEHK: 700) and Baidu (NASDAQ: BIDU).

The fund can be more volatile than a broad global ETF because it is concentrated in one region and one sector. Investors also need to be comfortable with currency, regulatory, and geopolitical risks. But the long-term opportunity remains significant.

Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (ASX: RBTZ)

A third ASX tech ETF to look at is the Betashares Global Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF.

As its name implies, it gives investors exposure to the physical side of the technology revolution.

Artificial intelligence receives plenty of attention, but the real-world application of technology often requires machines, sensors, automation systems, industrial software, and robotics.

That is where this ETF comes in. It invests in companies involved in robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and related technologies. These tools can help factories become more efficient, warehouses move faster, healthcare systems improve precision, and businesses reduce reliance on repetitive manual processes.

Its holdings include Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG) and Keyence Corp.

The long-term case is easy to understand. Many industries are looking for ways to improve productivity, deal with labour shortages, and make better use of data. Robotics and artificial intelligence can help solve those problems.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Betashares Capital – Asia Technology Tigers Etf, WiseTech Global, and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Baidu, Intuitive Surgical, Tencent, WiseTech Global, and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has recommended the following options: long January 2028 $520 calls on Intuitive Surgical and short January 2028 $530 calls on Intuitive Surgical. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended WiseTech Global and Xero. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.