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iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF (ASX: IOZ) offers a simple way to invest in the Australian share market.

This indices-tracking ASX exchange-traded fund (ETF) seeks to mirror the total returns of the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO).

This means IOZ ETF investors own a piece of each of Australia’s top 200 listed companies by market capitalisation.

According to the latest ASX data, Australians have almost $8.69 billion invested in the IOZ ETF.

Today, the IOZ ETF’s portfolio has changed because the ASX 200 Index has been updated.

Every quarter, S&P Dow Jones Indices rebalances Australia’s leading indexes, including the ASX 200.

Some companies are added, and some are taken out, depending on how their valuation has changed and other criteria.

The June quarter rebalance takes effect today.

When the index changes, BlackRock is compelled to update the IOZ ETF holdings to match the index.

This ensures investors will receive returns that mirror the performance of the index, minus management fees.

Own IOZ ETF? Here are the new shares you own

As of today, investors now own the following newly appointed ASX 200 shares.

ASX 200 share	About	2026 share price change	12-month change
Electro Optic Systems Holdings Ltd (ASX: EOS)	Defence and space technology solutions provider	8%	282%
Elevra Lithium Ltd (ASX: ELV)	Lithium miner	51%	468%
Firefly Metals Ltd (ASX: FFM)	Copper and gold miner	(4%)	88%
Kingsgate Consolidated Ltd (ASX: KCN)	Gold miner	(7%)	133%
Minerals 260 Ltd (ASX: MI6)	Gold miner	107%	643%

You no longer own these ASX shares

These companies were dumped from the ASX 200 in the June rebalance. As a result, they are out of the IOZ ETF portfolio.

ASX share	About	2026 share price change	12-month change
Guzman Y Gomez Ltd (ASX: GYG)	Mexican franchise quick-service restaurant	(13%)	(36%)
IDP Education Ltd (ASX: IEL)	Language testing and student placement company	(56%)	(33%)
Siteminder Ltd (ASX: SDR)	Hotel industry bookings platform	(34%)	(12%)
Temple & Webster Group Ltd (ASX: TPW)	Online furniture retailer	(59%)	(74%)
Web Travel Group Ltd (ASX: WEB)	B2B wholesale travel business centred on WebBeds	(37%)	(33%)

Aussie investors love their ASX ETFs

ASX ETFs like IOZ allow investors to buy a basket of local or international shares in one trade for a single brokerage fee.

ETFs also have low ongoing management fees. BlackRock charges IOZ ETF investors 0.05% per year.

IOZ ETF has delivered an average annual return, comprising capital growth and dividends, of 8.26% since inception.

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Motley Fool contributor Bronwyn Allen has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended BlackRock, Electro Optic Systems, SiteMinder, and Temple & Webster Group. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended SiteMinder. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Temple & Webster Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

The A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX: A2M) share price is in focus today after it received final regulatory approval in China for its infant milk formula products, with the board proposing a special $300 million dividend.

What did The a2 Milk Company report?

• Received State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) approval in China for two infant milk formula (IMF) product registrations
• Regulatory step completes the transition of a2 Pokeno facility registrations to a2 branded products
• Launch of new China label IMF products expected later in 2026
• Board intends to declare a fully franked and unimputed $300 million special dividend

What else do investors need to know?

With the SAMR approval secured, a2MC cannot unwind its acquisition of the a2 Pokeno manufacturing facility. This step finalises the regulatory requirements set out during the initial purchase, allowing the company to move forward with product launches as originally planned.

The a2 Milk Company has confirmed there is no change to either the timing of new product launches or its previously stated financial forecasts as a result of this approval. Details regarding the timing and payment of the special dividend will be shared in a separate announcement once approved by the board.

What did The a2 Milk Company management say?

Managing Director and CEO David Bortolussi said:

SAMR approval marks a significant milestone in our China growth strategy and Supply Chain transformation. It supports long-term growth in our core IMF business through market access and innovation, accelerates the development of advanced nutritional manufacturing capability, and captures attractive financial returns through incremental brand contribution and vertical margin capture.

What’s next for The a2 Milk Company?

The company expects to launch its newly approved China label IMF products later in the 2026 calendar year, delivering on its growth and innovation plans for the key Chinese market. Management remains committed to delivering the previously outlined financial and strategic benefits from the acquisition and product transition.

Shareholders can expect more information soon about the timing and payment of the proposed $300 million fully franked special dividend, pending formal board approval.

The a2 Milk Company share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, a2 Milk Company shares have declined 17%, trailing the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) which has risen 4% over the same period.

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In an era where capital gains and negative gearing are less appealing, ASX dividend shares could be particularly attractive to invest in. Given how high term deposit rates are now, an investment may need a particularly high dividend yield to be appealing.

Ultra-high dividend yields may not necessarily be the best choice for passive income because their payouts may be less reliable.

So, if we aim for yields that are a little lower, investors may get a good dividend yield, payout growth and hopefully long-term capital gains.

WCM Global Growth Ltd (ASX: WQG)

This business is a listed investment company (LIC), which I’d describe as one of the ideal types of investments for passive income.

LICs invest in other shares, giving investors diversification through a single investment, while being a company gives the board of directors control over the size (and reliability) of the dividend, assuming the company has the accounting profit reserve to do so.

High-performing LIC investment teams can deliver pleasing portfolio returns, a solid rising dividend and an increasing profit reserve.

That’s exactly what it has been happening at WCM Global Growth – the ASX dividend share’s portfolio has delivered an average return after fees of 15.8% per year since inception in June 2017. Past performance is not a guarantee of future performance, of course.

The company’s strategy is based on the belief that corporate culture is the biggest influence on a company’s ability to grow its competitive advantages (otherwise known as an economic moat).

It’s growing its quarterly dividend every quarter and has been doing so since FY23. Its next four dividends are guided to come to 9.59 cents per share, which translates into a grossed-up dividend yield of 7.2%, including franking credits, at the time of writing.

MFF Capital Investments Ltd (ASX: MFF)

The other ASX dividend share I want to highlight is investment business MFF.

While it was a pure LIC for most of its life, it now owns a small funds management business called Montaka. That move gives MFF a larger team of professionals to draw on for investment ideas and an additional earnings stream.

But, it’s important to note that virtually all of the ASX dividend share’s value is still tied up in its excellent investment portfolio that is focused on global shares that are competitively advantaged with long-term growth potential.

MFF has hiked its regular annual dividend per share each year since FY18. Its half-year dividend has been hiked by 1 cent per share every six months for the last few years and I expect that to continue for the foreseeable future. If that happens in FY27, it offers a grossed-up dividend yield of 7.02%, including franking credits, at the time of writing.

Of course, these are not the only two ASX shares I have my eyes on.

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When you are aiming to outperform the market, it can be just as important to know which ASX shares to avoid as it is to know which ones to own.

After all, if you own shares that are likely to fall in value, your portfolio returns could suffer.

With that in mind, let’s look at three ASX shares that analysts have named as sells this week, courtesy of The Bull. Here’s what they are bearish on:

CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL)

The team at Peak Asset Management has named CSL shares as a sell this week.

Peak believes its sell rating is justified given CSL’s recent outlook downgrade and the ongoing challenges that it faces. It explains:

A sell rating is justified as this biotechnology giant has materially downgraded its fiscal year 2026 outlook while announcing about $5 billion of additional non-cash pre-tax impairments across fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Revenue expectations have been reduced due to US immunoglobulin channel normalisation and weaker albumin prices in China. The CSL Vifor acquisition has under-performed. Also, government healthcare cost pressures and a higher interest rate environment present ongoing challenges for the biotechnology sector, further weighing on sentiment.

Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST)

Baker Young thinks that gold mining giant Northern Star could be an ASX 200 share to sell this week.

Although there is optimism around the emergence of an activist investor, Baker Young is more focused on the underperformance of Northern Star’s operations and thinks investors should look elsewhere in the sector. It said:

The emergence of prominent US based activist investor Elliott Investment Management has prompted optimism surrounding the gold miner. However, in our view, it doesn’t alter the underperformance of NST’s asset base involving production volumes, costs and capital expenditure requirements. A new management team will likely rebase expectations. But we would seek alternative gold exposure for those still playing the theme. The shares have fallen from $31.73 on March 2 to trade at $21.44 on June 18.

Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC)

Bell Potter remains bearish on Westpac shares and has named the big four bank as a sell this week.

While the business is improving, this is happening at the same time that the operating backdrop is weakening. In addition, the broker sees potential for an earnings downgrade in the near term. It said:

The business is improving on the metrics that matter, but the operating backdrop is weakening. Mortgage applications since the Federal Budget in May are below the prior two quarters, pointing to a slowdown in housing credit growth into next year. Proposed tax changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing have soured sentiment, and there’s no fresh financial guidance to lean on. With Westpac’s stock trading near the top of its range amid a possible earnings downgrade, I see more downside than upside from here.

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The ASX blue-chip share space is a good hunting ground to find ideas that offer significant passive income and long-term growth. Franking credits can be a very pleasing, yield-boosting bonus.

If I were investing for dividends, I’d be careful about choosing businesses that are exposed to cycles and could consequently suffer profit falls, leading to potential dividend reductions. That’s why I’m cautious on investing in ASX bank shares and ASX mining shares at the wrong point in the cycle.

In my view, the following two names are two of the best options for passive income from ASX blue-chip shares with solid dividend yields.

Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS)

Telstra is Australia’s leading telecommunications business with a market-leading network. It has the biggest network coverage, the most subscribers and strong profit margins.

As the country becomes increasingly digital and reliant on technology, I think Telstra is becoming increasingly defensive. It has a large wholesale customer base, as its mobile network powers a number of other telcos, including ALDI Mobile, Exetel, Tangerine and Superloop Ltd (ASX: SLC).

In terms of the dividend, the ASX blue-chip share has increased its annual payout each year since FY22 as the financial strength of its network plays out. The company’s average revenue per user (ARPU) is steadily rising amid regular price increases, which is a helpful boost for operating leverage.

According to the projection on Commsec, the business is forecast to pay an annual dividend per share of 21 cents in FY26 – a possible rise of 10.5%, year over year. That translates into a forward grossed-up dividend yield of close to 6%, including franking credits, at the time of writing.

Australian Foundation Investment Co Ltd (ASX: AFI)

While this listed investment company (LIC) isn’t in the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) itself, its portfolio is full of ASX blue-chip shares.

Some of its biggest portfolio includes names like BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP), Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG), Westpac Banking Corp (ASX: WBC), Transurban Group (ASX: TCL), Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), National Australia Bank Ltd (ASX: NAB) and Telstra.

The above names account for 46.9% of the portfolio, so it gives excellent exposure to Australia’s biggest companies.

AFIC said that it aims to provide shareholders with “attractive investment returns through access to a growing stream of fully franked dividends and enhancement of capital invested over the medium to long term”.

Excluding special dividends, the last two half-year ordinary dividends from the ASX blue-chip share amounts to 26.5 cents per share. At the time of writing, that means AFIC has a grossed-up dividend yield of 5.9%, including franking credits.

The business hasn’t given investors any regular dividend cuts this decade, so it has been very reliable for investors.

In terms of how appealing it is, its pre-tax net tangible assets (NTA) was $7.90 as of 12 June 2026. That means it’s trading at a 19% discount to its latest weekly NTA update. That’s a great discount, in my opinion.

These aren’t the only ASX shares I’d happily buy for income, though.

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The ASX dividend stock JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX: JBH) has fallen heavily over the last several months, making this a great time to look at the discounted business.

As the above chart shows, the JB Hi-Fi share price has fallen 35% since its peak in August 2025.

Of course, something is not a buy just because it has fallen. But, as an ASX retail stock, it’s understandable there is cyclicality to the JB Hi-Fi share price and somewhat to the earnings as well.

After such a large decline, I think it’s a great time to consider investing in this market-leading business.

ASX dividend stock credentials

The company has a strong track record of dividend growth over the years. In the past 13 years, its dividend has been hiked for nearly every one of those years, aside from one year during the high inflation period a few years ago.

Time will tell what the FY26 annual dividend is, but it’s important to remember that the business has already paid its FY26 interim dividend.

According to the projection on Commsec, the business is forecast to pay an annual dividend per share of $3.38 in FY26.

At the time of writing, that translates into an estimated annual grossed-up dividend yield of 6.1%, including franking credits. There are not many ASX blue-chip shares that have a dividend yield as attractive as that.

Why this looks like a good time to invest

While the current economic conditions are not ideal for a retailer, it’s this environment that has led to the much lower JB Hi-Fi share price.

I think it’s essential to remember that all we can do is buy the business at a good price, which is what we’re being presented with right now.

According to the projection on Commsec, the ASX dividend stock is forecast to generate earnings per share (EPS) of $4.50 in FY26. That means it’s valued at 17x FY26’s estimated earnings. I think that’s an appealing level, considering earnings are expected to grow in both FY27 and FY28.

In its latest quarterly update, the business reported ongoing sales growth for the period of 1 January 2026 to 31 March 2026. JB Hi-Fi Australia sales rose 4% year over year, JB Hi-Fi New Zealand sales grew 23.2%, The Good Guys sales climbed 2.5% and only E&S (its smallest business) saw sales drop by 1.4%.

If it can keep its costs low and continue growing sales (and profit) over time, then I think this ASX dividend has a very promising future as Australia continues its digitalisation.

But, it’s not the only business I have my eyes on right now.

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If you are looking for some new investment opportunities, then it could be worth checking out the three ASX 200 shares in this article.

That’s because they have just been named as buys by experts, courtesy of The Bull.

Let’s see what they are recommending to investors:

Charter Hall Group (ASX: CHC)

The first ASX 200 share being recommended by experts is Charter Hall.

Baker Young is positive on the property company’s shares and named them as a buy this week. This is due partly to their exposure to a lagging sector that could benefit from a rotation out of bank shares. It said:

Australia’s leading diversified property group has benefited from a strong funds management performance driving multiple earnings upgrades in the past financial year. With the strong operational trend continuing amid a potential respite in interest rates, the stock offers compelling exposure in a lagging sector that may be a beneficiary of a swing against banks. The shares have been enjoying favourable momentum since May 20, increasing from $18.80 to trade at $23.15 on June 18.

JB Hi-Fi Ltd (ASX: JBH)

The team at Baker Young is also positive on retail giant JB Hi-Fi and has named its shares as a buy this week.

It believes JB Hi-Fi is well-placed to benefit from a structurally sound outlook for consumer electronics. And with rate hike expectations easing, Baker Young believes now could be a good time to snap up shares. It explains:

The share price of this consumer electronics giant has significantly fallen since August 2025 in response to cost of living and supply chain cost pressures and increasing interest rates. Despite these issues, JBH is expected to deliver positive sales and underlying earnings growth during the next two years. The outlook for consumer electronics remains structurally sound. Diminishing rate hike expectations is another positive. The stock is trading on more appealing multiples compared to 2025 and was recently offering an attractive dividend yield above 5 per cent.

Life360 Inc. (ASX: 360)

Over at Bell Potter, its analysts have named this location technology company as an ASX 200 share to buy this week.

It believes that investors could start to re-rate Life360 shares higher in the near future and has earmarked its results in August as a key potential catalyst. Bell Potter explains:

This information technology company provides a mobile networking safety app for families. Active user growth is rebounding following a technical issue, while paying circle growth, which drives revenue, recently exceeded expectations. Guidance was upgraded. Once focus returns to paying circles, I expect a re-rating to follow. The upcoming August result is a catalyst. The company has been enjoying strong price momentum, with the shares rising from $17.91 on May 20 to trade at $22.54 on June 18.

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Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) remains one of the most popular ASX dividend shares on the market.

That is understandable. The banking giant has a long history of paying large fully franked dividends.

In FY 2027, CBA is forecast to pay a fully franked dividend of $5.15 per share. Based on where its shares trade today, that equates to a dividend yield of approximately 3.2%.

That is a reasonable yield for a blue-chip bank. However, investors seeking larger income streams can find higher forecast yields elsewhere on the ASX.

Here are three ASX dividend shares with bigger projected yields than CBA.

Charter Hall Long WALE REIT (ASX: CLW)

The first ASX dividend share to look at is Charter Hall Long WALE REIT.

This property trust owns a portfolio of leased assets across Australia, with a focus on long leases to government and corporate tenants.

That long-lease structure is important for income investors. It can provide greater visibility over rental income, which supports the trust’s ability to make regular distributions to unitholders.

In FY 2027, Charter Hall Long WALE REIT is forecast to pay a distribution of 26.3 cents per unit. Based on its current share price, this equates to a forward yield of approximately 7%. That is more than double CBA’s forecast dividend yield.

Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd (ASX: HVN)

Another ASX dividend share offering a larger yield is Harvey Norman.

Harvey Norman is best known for selling furniture, electronics, appliances, bedding, and home-related products. It also has significant property interests, which makes it different from many traditional retailers.

Its earnings can move around with the consumer cycle, particularly when households become more cautious with discretionary spending. However, when conditions are more supportive, Harvey Norman can generate strong cash flow and reward shareholders with attractive dividends.

For FY 2027, the company is forecast to pay a fully franked dividend of 31 cents per share. This represents a forward dividend yield of approximately 6.4%.

Sonic Healthcare Ltd (ASX: SHL)

A third ASX dividend share with a bigger forecast yield is Sonic Healthcare.

It is a global healthcare company with operations across pathology, laboratory medicine, radiology, and diagnostic services.

This gives it exposure to healthcare demand across multiple countries. Diagnostic testing plays an important role in modern medicine, and Sonic has built significant scale in this area over many years.

The company is forecast to pay a partially franked dividend of $1.10 per share in FY 2027. At current levels, this equates to a forward dividend yield of approximately 5.5%, which is comfortably higher than CBA’s forecast 3.2% yield.

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At the start of each week, I like to look at ASIC’s short position report to find out which ASX shares are being targeted by short sellers.

That’s because I believe it is worth keeping a close eye on short interest levels as high levels can sometimes be a sign that something isn’t quite right with a company.

With that in mind, here are the 10 most shorted shares on the ASX this week according to ASIC:

• Lotus Resources Ltd (ASX: LOT) remains the most shorted ASX share after its short interest increased to 22.9%. This ASX uranium stock is expected to return from a trading halt today with some big news relating to its Kayelekera Project. Short sellers appear to believe it will be bad news.
• Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP) has seen its short interest ease again to 14.5%. The pizza chain operator continues to be targeted by short sellers, possibly on the belief that its turnaround will take longer than hoped.
• Boss Energy Ltd (ASX: BOE) has short interest of 14.4%, which is up week on week. The driver of this appears to be the uranium miner’s uncertain production outlook beyond 2026.
• Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX) has short interest of 12.9%, which is down since last week. This radiopharmaceuticals company has been struggling with US FDA approvals over the past 18 months. Short sellers may believe the trend will continue.
• Guzman Y Gomez Ltd (ASX: GYG) has short interest of 12.5%, which is down slightly week on week. This quick service restaurant operator recently announced the closure of its loss-making US operations.
• Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE) has 12.4% of its shares held short, which is down week on week. This wine giant is battling tough trading conditions as consumers battle the cost of living crisis.
• CAR Group Limited (ASX: CAR) has short interest of 12%, which is up slightly since last week. There are concerns that higher interest rates and rising fuel costs could weigh on the automotive market in the near term.
• DroneShield Ltd (ASX: DRO) has short interest of 11.8%, which is down week on week. An ASIC investigation into some of the counter-drone technology company’s announcements and insider share sales may be behind this.
• Flight Centre Travel Group Ltd (ASX: FLT) has 11.5% of its shares held short, which is up week on week. Last week, the travel agent downgraded its earnings guidance. It blamed the downgrade on the Middle East conflict.
• 4DMedical Ltd (ASX: 4DX) has seen its short interest increase to 11.3%. This may be due to valuation concerns. The medical technology company now has a lofty valuation following a stunning gain over the past 12 months.

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Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Domino’s Pizza Enterprises and Treasury Wine Estates. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Domino’s Pizza Enterprises, DroneShield, Telix Pharmaceuticals, and Treasury Wine Estates. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Treasury Wine Estates. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended CAR Group Ltd, Domino’s Pizza Enterprises, Flight Centre Travel Group, and Telix Pharmaceuticals. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

Five months ago, ASX tech shares were in crisis.

ASX 200 tech shares fell 48% between August 2025 and March 2026, dragged lower by a combination of stretched valuations, slowing growth, and the disruptive threat of artificial intelligence.

More recently, however, the story has changed.

The tech recovery has been in full swing, with stocks rising since the turning point on 31 March.

Three names in particular deserve close attention right now.

Xero Ltd (ASX: XRO)

Xero is one of these stocks.

Over the past year, Xero shares are down more than 60% and remain well below their June 2025 high of $196.52.

However, the XRO share price has stabilised, with investors reacting positively to a series of business developments.

The FY2026 result told a strong underlying story, with revenue growing 31% to $2.8 billion and the US business surging 240% on the back of the Melio bill pay integration.

Shaw and Partners estimates approximately 20% further upside for Xero shares from current levels.

Furthermore, two million Xero subscribers are already using AI features embedded directly into the platform. This should position the company as a beneficiary of AI rather than a casualty of it.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC)

WiseTech has been one of the hardest hit ASX tech stock since the correction began.

However, like Xero, WiseTech shares have stabilised over the last few months. A potential reason for this is that the business case for WiseTech remains intact.

WiseTech’s CargoWise platform is used by 23 of the world’s top 25 global freight forwarders. Furthermore, switching costs for a platform this deeply embedded in customer operations remain extremely high, meaning revenues remain sticky.

Bell Potter sees upside of approximately 95% to 165% from current levels, arguing the recent selloff has overshot relative to the strength of the underlying business.

For investors who can tolerate further near-term volatility, the combination of a deep competitive moat and a heavily discounted valuation makes WiseTech shares worth close attention.

Life360 Inc (ASX: 360)

Life360 is the smallest and arguably most differentiated of these three ASX tech shares.

The family safety and location-tracking app was swept up in the broader tech selloff alongside Xero and WiseTech despite a fundamentally different business model.

Life360 shares have risen approximately 33% from their April lows.

Nowadays the company trades on a P/E multiple of around 29 times. This multiple looks low given Life360’s subscriber growth trajectory.

Indeed, Life360 has been steadily growing its premium subscriber base and diversifying revenue through advertising and data partnerships. This model has the added advantage of considerably lowering exposure to the AI disruption fears that hit enterprise software names hardest.

Why the rebound could continue for ASX tech shares

The common thread across Xero, WiseTech, and Life360 is that much of the original selloff was driven by macro sentiment and AI disruption fears rather than evidence of actual business deterioration.

As that narrative has started to reverse, the share prices have followed. Each business continues to grow revenue, retain customers, and in several cases actively embed AI into their platforms as a competitive advantage rather than a threat.

The combination of good growth, sentiment shift, and starting valuations that remain well below recent highs is the setup that has historically rewarded patient ASX investors.

Foolish takeaway for ASX tech shares

Xero, WiseTech, and Life360 fell significantly from their highs. The recovery story may have already started.

None of the three is risk-free, and further volatility should be expected.

But for investors willing to back the early signs of a genuine turnaround, all three ASX tech shares look ripe for a continued rebound.

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Motley Fool contributor Mark Verhoeven has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia’s parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Life360, WiseTech Global, and Xero. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Life360, 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.