• Brokers rate these 3 top ASX shares as buys for February

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    Share prices and earnings are always changing and this gives investors the opportunity to buy an undervalued ASX share.

    It can be particularly attractive to invest in growing businesses because rising profits are a natural tailwind for capital growth, we just need to buy them at the right valuation.

    The broker UBS currently has a buy rating on the following ASX shares.

    Sigma Healthcare Ltd (ASX: SIG)

    Sigma is Australia’s largest pharmacy franchisor and wholesaler, operating under the brands of Chemist Warehouse, Amcal and Discount Drug Store, as well as 3,500 wholesale customers. It has more than 80 international stores across New Zealand, Ireland and UAE.

    UBS has a buy rating on the business, with a price target of $3.40.

    The broker is expecting Sigma Healthcare’s earnings per share (EPS) to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% between FY26 and FY29.

    UBS suggests Chemist Warehouse’s like-for-like sales are going to grow by 13.2% in FY26, 10.2% in FY27 and high single digits between FY28 and FY30.

    The broker points to a number of tailwinds including an ageing population, health prioritisation, higher value medicines, greater category participation and spending per consumer, more than 30 stores opening per year and the international growth potential. The profit margins are also projected to steadily climb over the next few years.

    Ventia Services Group Ltd (ASX: VNT)

    The next ASX share is Ventia. It provides essential infrastructure services across ANZ, specialising in long-term operation, maintenance and management of critical infrastructure.

    UBS has a buy rating on the ASX share, with a price target of $6.23.

    The broker notes that Ventia’s earnings growth has been driven by key contract wins and renewals, as well as expanding its profit margins though exposure to more specialised, higher value work.

    UBS suggests that increased infrastructure investment provides a growing market opportunity for the business, combined with balance sheet deleveraging, underpins its forecasts that EPS could grow at a CAGR of 9% over the next three years.

    The broker suggests that dividends per share could rise every year between FY26 to FY29.

    Collins Foods Ltd (ASX: CKF)

    Collins Foods is a large KFC franchisee business, with operations in Australia and Europe (the Netherlands and Germany).

    UBS rates the ASX share as a buy, with a price target of $13.10.

    The broker noted that Collins Foods’ value proposition is resonating with consumers, pointing out that not many Australian consumer-facing businesses recorded an improvement in like-for-like sales in the last few months of 2025.

    Conditions in Europe are more challenging, but the company could benefit from the reversal of avian flu impacts that were felt in recent times. It could also benefit from changes to VAT in Europe, which may lead to year-over-year growth of operating profit (EBITDA).

    UBS said it continues to like the ongoing strength within the Australian KFC business, combined with the “penetration opportunity” within Germany.

    Currently, the Collins Foods share price is valued at 21x FY26’s estimated earnings, according to the UBS projection.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Sigma Healthcare right now?

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  • These Australian stocks have serious growth potential in 2026

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    With 2026 now firmly underway, I’m starting to think about which Australian stocks could deliver strong growth over the remainder of the year and beyond. 

    The three stocks in this article stand out to me for their growth potential in 2026. Let’s see why I think they could be strong buys.

    Hub24 Ltd (ASX: HUB)

    Hub24 continues to do what the very best platform businesses do. That is steadily take market share while growing alongside a structural tailwind. The shift toward professional financial advice and more sophisticated wealth solutions is far from over, and Hub24 keeps proving it is one of the key beneficiaries.

    Its most recent market update showed just how strong that momentum remains. Platform net inflows reached a record $5.6 billion in the December quarter, taking half-year net inflows to $10.7 billion. Total funds under administration climbed to $152.3 billion, up 26% year-over-year, with the platform ranking first for quarterly and annual net inflows yet again.

    What I like most is that management isn’t taking this growth for granted. It continues to invest in productivity tools, retirement solutions, and new technology such as its planned lifetime retirement solution and the early development of its myhub ecosystem. To me, that combination of scale, innovation, and industry tailwinds gives Hub24 a strong runway in 2026 and beyond.

    Megaport Ltd (ASX: MP1)

    Megaport has been through its ups and downs, but the longer-term opportunity still looks compelling to me. Demand for flexible, on-demand connectivity between data centres, cloud providers, and enterprise customers continues to grow, even if spending cycles can be lumpy.

    A key part of the current investment thesis is the integration of the Latitude acquisition, which expands the Australian stock’s reach into software-defined wide area networking. If executed well, this acquisition strengthens Megaport’s product offering and broadens its addressable market. I see this as a business that could re-accelerate as customer activity normalises and the benefits of past investments begin to show up more clearly in earnings.

    Life360 Inc (ASX: 360)

    Life360 is the one that really grabs my attention in 2026. Its latest quarterly and full-year update confirmed record user growth and improving monetisation, which is exactly what you want to see at this stage of the company’s journey.

    Monthly active users (MAU) reached 95.8 million in the December quarter, thanks to the highest quarterly additions in the company’s history. Paying Circles climbed to 2.8 million, and both revenue and adjusted EBITDA are now expected to exceed prior guidance. Importantly, management is guiding to approximately 20% MAU growth in 2026, which suggests the growth engine is far from slowing down.

    What I like here is the combination of scale and optionality. Life360 already has a massive global user base, and as monetisation improves, incremental growth can flow through very efficiently. If execution remains strong, 2026 could be another important step in the company’s evolution.

    Foolish takeaway

    None of these companies are guaranteed winners, and all come with their own risks. But when I look at Hub24’s relentless platform growth, Megaport’s long-term connectivity opportunity, and Life360’s accelerating user and revenue momentum, I see three businesses that could genuinely surprise on the upside in 2026.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Life360 right now?

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  • GQG Partners, Helloworld, Domino’s Pizza shares: Buy, hold, or sell?

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    S&P/ASX All Ords Index (ASX: XAO) shares closed 0.86% higher at 9,268.5 points on Tuesday.

    Let’s take a look at the ratings on a few ASX All Ords stocks.

    Helloworld Travel Ltd (ASX: HLO)

    The Helloworld Travel share price closed at $1.98, up 1.58% yesterday.

    Shaw and Partners has a buy rating on this ASX travel share with a 12-month price target of $2.75.

    The broker explained the rating:

    The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Overseas Arrivals and Departures data for November 2025 bodes well for Helloworld Travel Limited (ASX: HLO).

    Departures were up 8.5% Financial YTD and the travel destination mix was reasonably steady.

    HLO is trading well below its ASX-listed peers (based on medians), offers a TSR of circa 56% and a FY26 dividend yield of 5.5% fully franked.

    GQG Partners Inc (ASX: GQG)

    GQG Partners is a boutique active asset manager that specialises in international shares.

    The GQG Partners share price closed at $1.59, up 0.96% on Tuesday.

    On The Bull this week, Remo Greco from Sanlam Private Wealth gave this ASX financial share a hold rating.

    Greco said total funds under management at the end of last year was $US163.9 billion, up from $US153 billion in the previous period.

    The company trades on a modest valuation and offered an attractive dividend yield above 10 per cent on January 22, 2026.

    The company delivered revenue and net profit growth at its latest 2025 half year result when compared to the prior corresponding period.

    Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd (ASX: DMP)

    The Domino’s Pizza share price closed at $24.11, down 1% yesterday.

    Stuart Bromley from Medallion Financial Group has a sell rating on this ASX consumer discretionary share.

    Bromley said:

    Domino’s may be a turnaround play if current cost cutting, franchise improvements and international expansion go to plan.

    But we see execution risk in Asia and Europe.

    The company posted a statutory net loss of $3.7 million in fiscal year 2025, which was impacted by one-off items.

    The Domino’s Pizza share price slumped to a 12-year low of $13.11 on 2 October last year.

    Last year was challenging for Domino’s Pizza.

    Amid a company restructure to bring the retailer out of its post-COVID slump, CEO Mark van Dyck resigned after eight months in the job.

    Domino’s chairman and major shareholder, Jack Cowin took the reins and continues in an executive chair role today.

    Bromley said:

    The shares have recovered from their lows, but are well below their highs of previous years.

    The company operates in a fiercely competitive sector, where margins can be pressured.

    Until DMP shows a sustained recovery, we prefer to sit on the sidelines.

    Other stocks appeal more at this stage of the cycle.

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    Wondering where you should invest $1,000 right now?

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  • If I invest $12,000 in BHP shares, how much passive income will I receive in 2026?

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    Owning BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) shares has been a compelling pick for passive income over the long-term. The ASX mining share is expected to capitalise on the higher commodity prices in FY26, which should help deliver a bigger dividend.

    The company recently released its FY26 second quarter production numbers, which showed that the copper production, realised price and guidance were better than expected. Iron ore production and shipments were also stronger than the market was expecting.

    After seeing those latest numbers, the broker UBS updated its expectations for dividend payments and this helps us figure out the income potential of a $12,000 investment.

    Expected passive dividend income

    UBS projects that BHP could give investors a dividend increase of more than 10% in FY26.

    The broker now forecasts that the ASX mining share could hike its annual payout to US$1.25 per share in the 2026 financial year. That would represent a dividend payout ratio of 50%, which is a healthy level of passive income for investors and balances the need for capital spending.

    At the time of writing, that translates into a grossed-up dividend yield of 5.4%, including franking credits. That’s not the largest the BHP yield has been in the past, but it’s still larger than what someone can get from a term deposit.

    If someone were to own $12,000 of BHP shares and receive that dividend yield, the payment would translate into income of around $650. Excluding franking credits, that would be cash income of around $450.

    UBS said the FY26 first-half dividend is expected to be US 60.8 cents, based on a 50% dividend payout ratio. A higher payout is possible if resource prices remain favourable.

    Is this a good time to invest in BHP shares?

    On seeing the production figures, UBS was impressed by the update, with the realised price “very strong” at US$5.90 per pound in the second quarter on provisional pricing. BHP sees potential to lift FY27 production guidance at Escondida.

    However, the broker noted that BHP’s ongoing negotiations with China Minerals Resources Group (CMRG) – the Chinese state buyer of iron ore – is now having “some impact on realised [sold] price” with potential downsides if negotiations are prolonged or deteriorate further.

    UBS also noted that BHP added another US$1.2 billion to the expected capital expenditure for the potash project called Jansen, bringing the total expected cost to US$8.4 billion, compared to US$5.7 billion when the project was sanctioned.

    While BHP remains confident in the long-term project economics and potash market fundamentals, UBS thinks the second capital expenditure increase may prompt stakeholders to question BHP’s ability to execute large, greenfield projects in the context of its large copper growth pipeline in South Australia and Chile.

    UBS has a neutral rating on BHP shares, with a continued good outlook for copper on “strong demand/substitution [of supply] dynamics.” On the iron ore side of things, UBS said that demand is resilient and this should bolster the profitability of the iron ore business.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in BHP Group right now?

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    And right now, Scott thinks there are 5 stocks that may be better buys…

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  • 5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

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    On Tuesday, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) returned from the long weekend with a bang. The benchmark index rose 0.9% to 8,941.6 points.

    Will the market be able to build on this on Wednesday? Here are five things to watch:

    ASX 200 to rise again

    The Australian share market looks set to rise again on Wednesday after a decent night on Wall Street. According to the latest SPI futures, the ASX 200 is expected to open the day 44 points or 0.5% higher this morning. In late trade in the United States, the Dow Jones is down 0.8%, but the S&P 500 is up 0.5% and the Nasdaq is 1% higher.

    Oil prices jump

    ASX 200 energy shares Beach Energy Ltd (ASX: BPT) and Santos Ltd (ASX: STO) could have a good session on Wednesday after oil prices jumped overnight. According to Bloomberg, the WTI crude oil price is up 2.9% to US$62.39 a barrel and the Brent crude oil price is up 3% to US$67.57 a barrel. Traders were buying oil in response to a winter storm negatively impacting US output.

    Buy Digico shares

    Investors should be buying DigiCo Infrastructure REIT (ASX: DGT) shares according to analysts at Bell Potter. According to a note, the broker has upgraded the data centre company’s shares to a buy rating with a $3.25 price target. It said: “Stock has been a key underperformer across the REIT sector last 6m (-17% vs. -3% XPJ), but yet there is now more certainty on leasing / FFO in FY26+ post guidance update.”

    Gold price edges higher

    ASX 200 gold shares Newmont Corporation (ASX: NEM) and Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) could have a relatively subdued on Wednesday after the gold price edged higher overnight. According to CNBC, the gold futures price is up 0.1% to US$5,087.7 an ounce. The precious metal appears to be in a holding pattern ahead of tonight’s US Federal Reserve interest rate meeting.

    Buy DroneShield shares

    Bell Potter thinks that DroneShield Ltd (ASX: DRO) shares are still in the buy zone following the release of its quarterly update. This morning, the broker retained its buy rating and $5.00 price target on the counter-drone technology company’s shares. It said: “We believe DRO has a market leading RF detect/defeat C-UAS offering and a strengthening competitive advantage owing to its years of battlefield experience and large and focused R&D team. We expect 2026 will be an inflection point for the global C-UAS industry with countries poised to unleash a wave of spending on RF detect and defeat solutions.”

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    Should you invest $1,000 in Beach Energy Limited right now?

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    Motley Fool investing expert Scott Phillips just revealed what he believes are the 5 best stocks for investors to buy right now… and Beach Energy Limited wasn’t one of them.

    The online investing service he’s run for over a decade, Motley Fool Share Advisor, has provided thousands of paying members with stock picks that have doubled, tripled or even more.*

    And right now, Scott thinks there are 5 stocks that may be better buys…

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  • Top Australian shares to buy with $7,000 in 2026

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    If you have $7,000 to invest in 2026, it could be a good idea to add a handful of high-quality Australian shares with long-term growth potential.

    Rather than spreading that money too thinly, focusing on a small number of businesses with clear expansion runways can make it easier to stay invested and confident in your decisions.

    Here are three Australian shares that analysts think could be worth considering this year.

    NextDC Ltd (ASX: NXT)

    The first Australian share to buy could be NextDC. It is one of the Asia-Pacific region’s largest data centre operators.

    As businesses and AI platforms generate more data, demand for secure, high-performance data centres continues to rise, largely independent of consumer sentiment.

    You only need to look at recent updates from NextDC to see this. On 22 December, the company revealed that its pro forma contracted utilisation increased by 96MW or 30% to 412MW since its previous update on 1 December.

    In light of this strong demand and its attractive valuation, Macquarie recently put an outperform rating and $22.30 price target on its shares.

    Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME)

    Another Australian share to consider with the $7,000 is Pro Medicus. It provides advanced medical imaging software used by hospitals and healthcare networks. Its technology is deeply embedded in clinical workflows, which makes switching providers costly and disruptive for customers.

    Not that they would want to switch. Pro Medicus’ Visage platform is widely regarded to be the clear market leader. And with radiologists in short supply, it is important for healthcare organisations to have the best platform they can get their hands on. Especially as imaging volumes increase and datasets become more complex.

    Overall, this is a business that can scale earnings materially over time, arguably making Pro Medicus a standout growth option within the healthcare sector.

    This week, Macquarie upgraded its shares to an outperform rating with a $291.30 price target.

    Temple & Webster Group Ltd (ASX: TPW)

    A final Australian share to buy with $7,000 could be online furniture leader Temple & Webster.

    What often gets overlooked with this ASX share is how much of its growth is being driven by customer behaviour rather than market expansion. Repeat customers account for a growing share of sales (58% at the last count), and average order values tend to increase as shoppers become more familiar with the platform.

    That dynamic supports growth even in periods when overall furniture demand is subdued.

    In addition, with the shift to online shopping still in its early days for furniture, Temple & Webster appears well-placed for long-term growth given its leadership position, strong brand, and extensive offering.

    The team at Morgan Stanley is bullish on the company’s outlook. So much so, last week it put an overweight rating and $28.00 price target on its shares.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in NEXTDC Limited right now?

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  • 3 VanEck ETFs on the ASX I rate as buys

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    When I look at exchange-traded funds (ETFs), I’m usually trying to solve a simple problem. How do I get exposure to high-quality businesses, diversify my portfolio globally, and still tilt the odds in my favour over the long run?

    These three VanEck ETFs stand out to me because they do exactly that, but in slightly different ways. Together, they offer exposure to wide-moat businesses, global quality leaders, and smaller companies with strong fundamentals.

    VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat AUD ETF (ASX: MOAT)

    This is one of the more interesting ETFs on the ASX, in my view. The VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat AUD ETF focuses on US companies that have sustainable competitive advantages, or wide economic moats. These are businesses that are difficult to disrupt because of things like scale, brand strength, switching costs, or intellectual property.

    What I really like is that this fund does not just chase quality at any price. It also targets companies trading at attractive prices relative to the estimate of fair value. That valuation discipline is important, especially after a strong run in US equities.

    When I look through the holdings, I see a mix of industrial leaders, healthcare giants, and global consumer brands. It feels like a high-conviction portfolio rather than a broad market clone, which is exactly what I want from something like this.

    VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF (ASX: QUAL)

    If I were building a core international ETF holding, this would be right near the top of my list. The VanEck MSCI International Quality ETF screens for companies with high return on equity, stable earnings, and low financial leverage across developed markets outside Australia.

    In plain English, this fund owns some of the strongest businesses in the world. Names like Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, and Eli Lilly are all there, but they are included because they meet strict quality criteria, not just because they are big.

    I agree with the idea behind this strategy. Over long periods, companies that generate strong returns, carry sensible balance sheets, and deliver consistent earnings tend to outperform. The QUAL ETF gives me exposure to that factor without having to pick individual global stocks myself.

    VanEck MSCI International Small Companies Quality ETF (ASX: QSML)

    This is the higher-risk, higher-reward option of the three. The VanEck MSCI International Small Companies Quality ETF focuses on small-cap companies in developed markets that still meet the same quality screens of high returns, earnings stability, and low leverage.

    Small caps are often under-represented in Australian portfolios, but they can be powerful growth engines over time. By layering a quality filter on top, the QSML ETF avoids the weakest parts of the small-cap universe and instead focuses on businesses with proven fundamentals.

    When I look at the holdings, I see a diverse mix across industries and geographies, from industrials and healthcare to specialised manufacturers. It feels like a sensible way to access global small-cap growth without going fully speculative.

    Why these three work well together

    What I like most is how these VanEck ETFs complement each other. The MOAT ETF provides exposure to attractively priced US companies with durable advantages. The QUAL ETF anchors the portfolio with global large-cap quality leaders. The QSML ETF adds a growth tilt through high-quality international small caps.

    If I were building an ETF portfolio today, this combination would give me confidence that I’m not just chasing the latest themes, but backing strong businesses with solid fundamentals across different parts of the market.

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    Should you invest $1,000 in VanEck Investments Limited – VanEck Vectors Morningstar Wide Moat ETF right now?

    Before you buy VanEck Investments Limited – VanEck Vectors Morningstar Wide Moat ETF shares, consider this:

    Motley Fool investing expert Scott Phillips just revealed what he believes are the 5 best stocks for investors to buy right now… and VanEck Investments Limited – VanEck Vectors Morningstar Wide Moat ETF wasn’t one of them.

    The online investing service he’s run for over a decade, Motley Fool Share Advisor, has provided thousands of paying members with stock picks that have doubled, tripled or even more.*

    And right now, Scott thinks there are 5 stocks that may be better buys…

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  • Down 49%, is there a once-in-a-decade opportunity in this ASX 200 stock?

    An older woman wearing a wonky party hat looks unpleasantly at a glass of wine in her hand.

    The Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX: TWE) share price slipped another 1.11% to close the day at $5.36 on Tuesday afternoon. Declines have been par for the course for the ASX 200 stock over the past couple of years. Its share price has gradually and consistently declined since mid-2024 and is currently trading at levels not seen since 2015.

    For the year-to-date, the Australian global winemaking and distribution company’s shares are now up 1.13%, but it hasn’t done anywhere near enough to recoup the heavy losses. The shares have shed 48.95% over the past 12 months alone. 

    For context, the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) closed 0.92% higher on Tuesday. The index is currently 2.45% higher for the year-to-date and 6.46% above where it was this time last year.

    What drove Treasury Wine Estates shares so low?

    The ASX 200 stock was one of the worst performers on the ASX 200 Index in 2025. Throughout the 12-month period, the Treasury Wine Estates share price continually tumbled thanks to weaker global demand for wine, higher costs, and disappointing company earnings.

    The perfect storm of headwinds weighed heavily on the company, on its share price and dashed investor confidence at the same time.

    In fact, in December, the company released an investor update and outlook for the first half of FY26. It said that trading conditions have weakened in recent months, particularly in the US and China. 

    The company’s CEO said it is experiencing category weakness in the US and China. These are two of Treasury Wine Estate’s key growth markets. This is expected to negatively impact the business performance in the near-term. 

    The CEO added that maintaining the strength of its brands and the health of their respective sales channels is critically important as the company navigates these headwinds. Any near-term improvement is unlikely.

    Treasury Wine Estates now expects its earnings before interest and tax to be between $225 million and $235 million in the first half of FY26. The second half of FY26 is expected to be stronger.

    Is this a once-in-decade opportunity to buy the ASX 200 stock?

    It looks like this could be the case. The current share price is among the lowest seen over the past 10 years. The share price last dipped below $6 back in 2015. 

    Analysts seem to be uncertain about where the share price will go from here, but most agree there will be some element of upside. TradingView data shows 11 out of 17 analysts have a hold rating on the ASX 200 stock. Another 5 have a buy or strong buy rating.

    The average target price is $5.53 a piece, which implies an upside of 3.11% at the time of writing. But, some expect Treasury Wine Estates shares to climb as high as $8.55 a piece. This implies a potential 59.51% hike in 2026. If that were to happen, then right now presents a fantastic buying opportunity for investors who want to get in ahead of the next price spike.

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  • Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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    The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) enjoyed a euphoric start to the short trading week this Tuesday. Investors seemed to come back from the long weekend feeling refreshed and invigorated, if the share market’s performance today is anything to go by. After staying in green territory for the entire session, the ASX 200 ended up recording a rise of 0.92% today.

    That pushed the index back over 8,900 points to 8,941.60.

    This robust start to the Australian trading week follows a rosy beginning to the American week, which got underway in the early hours of this morning.

    The Dow Jones Industrial Average Index (DJX: .DJI) had a fine showing, gaining 0.64%.

    The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index (NASDAQ: .IXIC) was playing on the same pitch, rising by 0.43%.

    But let’s get back to the ASX now, and take stock of how today’s gains filtered down into the different ASX sectors.

    Winners and losers

    Despite the market’s good mood, there were a couple of sectors that missed out on a rise today.

    Leading those losers were tech shares. The S&P/ASX 200 Information Technology Index (ASX: XIJ) was left out in the cold, shrinking by 0.23%.

    The other red corner of the markets was real estate investment trusts (REITs), with the S&P/ASX 200 A-REIT Index (ASX: XPJ) sliding down 0.22%.

    It was all smiles everywhere else, though.

    Leading today’s charge were communications stocks. The S&P/ASX 200 Communication Services Index (ASX: XTJ) was on fire, burning 1.7% higher this session.

    Mining shares ran hot too, evident from the S&P/ASX 200 Materials Index (ASX: XMJ)’s 1.35% surge.

    Healthcare stocks were in demand as well. The S&P/ASX 200 Healthcare Index (ASX: XHJ) galloped up 1.23% this Tuesday.

    Consumer discretionary shares didn’t miss out either, with the S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Discretionary Index (ASX: XDJ) jumping 1.09%.

    We could say something similar for its consumer staples counterpart. The S&P/ASX 200 Consumer Staples Index (ASX: XSJ) soared 0.97%.

    Energy shares were in that ballpark as well, as you can see from the S&P/ASX 200 Energy Index (ASX: XEJ)’s 0.94% bounce.

    As were financial stocks. The S&P/ASX 200 Financials Index (ASX: XFJ) lifted 0.85% today.

    Utilities shares made the winners’ cut too, with the S&P/ASX 200 Utilities Index (ASX: XUJ) adding 0.61% to its total.

    Next came gold stocks. The All Ordinaries Gold Index (ASX: XGD) got a 0.4% upgrade this Tuesday.

    Finally, industrial shares managed to get over the line, illustrated by the S&P/ASX 200 Industrials Index (ASX: XNJ)’s 0.36% bump.

    Top 10 ASX 200 shares countdown

    Beating out the rest of the index this Tuesday was healthcare stock Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX). Telix shares rocketed a healthy 8.31% higher today, closing at $11.86 each.

    This sizeable jump came despite there being no price-sensitive news or announcements from Telix.

    Here’s how the rest of today’s best fared:

    ASX-listed company Share price Price change
    Telix Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: TLX) $11.86 8.31%
    Capstone Copper Corp (ASX: CSC) $16.07 7.49%
    Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME) $190.17 5.11%
    REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA) $195.82 4.64%
    Monadelphous Group Ltd (ASX: MND) $31.07 3.88%
    Perenti Ltd (ASX: PRN) $2.99 3.46%
    Sandfire Resources Ltd (ASX: SFR) $19.71 3.41%
    Lottery Corp Ltd (ASX: TLC) $5.21 3.17%
    Megaport Ltd (ASX: MP1) $12.81 3.14%
    Amcor plc (ASX: AMC) $64.66 3.06%

    Our top 10 shares countdown is a recurring end-of-day summary that shows which companies made big moves on the day. Check in at Fool.com.au after the weekday market closes to see which stocks make the countdown.

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  • These ASX 200 shares could be no-brainer buys

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    Every so often, investors overcomplicate things. They look for perfect timing, hidden gems, or clever angles, whereas some of the best opportunities come from owning outstanding businesses that have already proven themselves.

    Within the ASX 200, there are shares with long track records, clear demand drivers, and business models built to endure.

    Here are two ASX 200 shares that stand out as no-brainer buys for long-term investors.

    Goodman Group (ASX: GMG)

    Goodman Group could be a no-brainer buy at current prices, especially given how it has quietly become one of the most strategically important property businesses on the ASX.

    Its focus on industrial, logistics, and data centre assets places it directly behind long-term structural trends such as ecommerce, supply chain optimisation, and digital infrastructure growth. These are not short-term themes. They are reshaping how goods and data move around the world.

    What makes Goodman particularly compelling is its ability to combine property ownership with development and funds management. This allows it to recycle capital, grow earnings, and expand globally without relying solely on rising property values. For investors, that creates a powerful mix of stability and growth potential.

    Morgan Stanley is a big fan of the company and sees a lot of value in its shares. Its analysts currently have an overweight rating and $41.50 price target on them. Based on its current share price of $30.94, this implies potential upside of 34% for investors over the next 12 months.

    Macquarie Group Ltd (ASX: MQG)

    Another ASX 200 share that could be a no-brainer buy for Aussie investors is Macquarie Group.

    Unlike traditional banks, Macquarie operates across asset management, infrastructure investment, commodities, and financial services. This diversification allows it to perform across different market environments and pivot as opportunities change.

    A key strength is Macquarie’s disciplined approach to risk and capital allocation. The group has shown a willingness to exit businesses when returns no longer stack up and redeploy capital into higher-quality opportunities. Over time, that mindset has helped it navigate volatility and continue growing shareholder value.

    For investors seeking exposure to global markets and infrastructure through a well-managed ASX share, Macquarie stands out.

    The team at Ord Minnett is feeling bullish about this ASX 200 share. Late last year, the broker upgraded Macquarie’s shares to a buy rating with a $255.00 price target. Based on its current share price of $215.19, this suggests that upside of 18.5% is possible for investors between now and this time next year.

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