• Where could the WiseTech share price be in 12 months?

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    It has been a turbulent couple of years for the WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC) share price.

    During this time, the logistics software provider’s shares have been as high as $135.00 and as low as $28.76.

    From top to bottom, that is a decline of almost 80%.

    Today, the WiseTech share price is trading closer to its lows than its highs at $36.76.

    But where could it be in 12 months? Let’s see what a number of analysts are saying about the fallen tech star.

    Where is the WiseTech share price going?

    The good news is the broker community is overwhelmingly positive on the investment opportunity here and believes there is plenty of upside potential between now and this time next year.

    The team at Macquarie, for example, recently put an outperform rating and $48.20 price target on its shares.

    Based on the current WiseTech share price, this implies potential upside of just over 30%. 

    Elsewhere, Citi and UBS see potential for even more upside over the period. They have buy ratings and $58.75 and $56.00 price targets, respectively, on its shares. This suggests upside of 52% to 60% over the next 12 months.

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    Over at Morgans, its analysts responded positively to the company’s full-year results and put a buy rating and $62.50 price target on its shares. This implies potential upside of 70% for investors over the next 12 months. It said:

    WTC’s FY26 result was largely in line with Morgans forecasts (MorgansF), with FY26 revenue of US$1,396m and EBITDA of US$558m coming in towards the lower end of its initial FY26 guidance range. While CargoWise revenue growth of +11% was softer than expected, WTC delivered annualised run-rate savings of ~US$115m in FY26, supporting further margin expansion into FY27. FY27 guidance will see revenue growth 2H-weighted, reflecting the timing of growth initiatives, while Underlying EBITDA guidance of US$725-780m implies EBITDA margins tracking back towards 49-51%. Our Underlying EBITDA forecasts are revised by +3%/-2% in FY27-FY28F and we retain our BUY rating with a price target of A$62.50ps (previously A$67.00ps).

    Finally, the team at Bell Potter is even more bullish. Following its results release, the broker retained its buy rating with a trimmed price target of $65.00. Based on the latest WiseTech share price, this suggests that upside of over 75% is possible by this time next year.

    Commenting on its recommendation, Bell Potter said:

    In our view the issue with the result was the guidance and, in particular, the expected 45%/55% H1/H2 split in CargoWise revenue this year which implies mid single digit growth in H1 and strong double digit growth in H2. While we reflect this skew in our forecasts, we adjust for the risk in our valuation by reducing the multiples we apply in the PE ratio and EV/EBITDA and also increasing the WACC we apply in the DCF. The net result is a 9% decrease in our TP to $65.00 and we retain the BUY.

    Overall, if the company executes on its plans and delivers on the market’s expectations, it could be a good 12 months for investors. Though, time will tell if that is the case.

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  • 3 top ASX dividend shares to buy in September

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    September could be a good time to look for new income ideas on the ASX.

    But which ASX dividend shares could be worth buying this month?

    Three that stand out are listed below. Here’s why they could be top options for passive income investors.

    Harvey Norman Holdings Ltd (ASX: HVN)

    The first ASX dividend share to consider is Harvey Norman.

    It has been a difficult period for the retail sector, with higher interest rates and cost-of-living pressures weighing on consumer spending.

    But Harvey Norman remains a high-quality retailer with a strong brand, a global footprint, and a valuable property portfolio.

    The company also has exposure to several offshore markets, which gives it more growth options than some investors may realise.

    If consumer spending conditions improve over the next couple of years, Harvey Norman could be well-placed to benefit.

    Bell Potter remains positive and has a buy rating and $5.00 price target on its shares.

    With respect to income, the broker expects fully franked dividends per share of 26.5 cents in FY 2027 and then 27.9 cents in FY 2028. This equates to dividend yields of 6.3% and 6.6%, respectively.

    Rural Funds Group (ASX: RFF)

    Another ASX dividend share that could be worth a look is Rural Funds.

    This agricultural property group owns a portfolio of farmland assets across Australia. These include properties leased to operators in areas such as cattle, almonds, vineyards, macadamias, and cropping.

    Instead of operating the farms, it collects rent from its tenants, many of which are on long-term leases. This can provide a great degree of income visibility for investors.

    Like many property stocks, Rural Funds has been pressured by higher interest rates and weaker investor sentiment. But for income investors, that may have created an opportunity.

    UBS has a buy rating and $2.30 price target on its shares. The broker also expects attractive dividend yields of 6% and 6.2% in FY 2027 and FY 2028, respectively.

    Universal Store Holdings Ltd (ASX: UNI)

    A final ASX dividend share to consider is Universal Store.

    It is a youth-focused fashion retailer behind the Universal Store, Perfect Stranger, and Thrills brands.

    Retail can be a tough sector, especially when household budgets are under pressure. But Universal Store has continued to appeal to younger shoppers and has a strong store rollout opportunity ahead of it. This has allowed it to outperform many of its peers.

    Bell Potter is positive on the company and has a buy rating and $9.70 price target on its shares.

    As for income, it is forecasting fully franked dividends per share of 41.2 cents in FY 2027 and then 46.6 cents in FY 2028. Based on its current share price of $7.58, this equates to dividend yields of 5.4% and 6.1%, respectively.

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  • How much is needed in superannuation to target a $60,000 annual passive income?

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    Superannuation is a very effective tool for investors to generate returns while being taxed at a lower rate. It can be very attractive for Australian investors who want passive income.

    Pleasingly, superannuation has a lower tax rate than many individuals, trusts and companies. The nature of the superannuation (and how we access the money) makes it very easy to invest for the long term.

    I think receiving passive income is one of the best elements of owning shares. Being paid money into our bank accounts every year for no ongoing effort sounds good to me.

    One of the main benefits of superannuation is that less of the passive income return is lost to tax. I believe that the after-tax figure is what Australian investors should focus on.

    If a full-time working Australian is paid passive income in their own name, they may lose a third (or more) of that dividend income to tax. That effect can make passive income seem much less appealing.

    Superannuation is often the best place to invest for passive income due to the lower tax rate in the accumulation phase of life, compared to a full-time earner’s individual tax rate.

    However, each person’s tax situation is different, so we’ll just run through a particular dividend income level and not consider tax rates from now on.

    How much is needed in superannuation for $60,000 of annual passive income?

    Being paid $60,000 in dividends each year is appealing to me. I’m nowhere near that goal, but I’d love to reach that level of income one day.

    One of the most important decisions to consider is the investments that we want to own and the dividend yield that comes with that.

    I think ASX shares are the best choice for passive income, with the attached franking credits being a great bonus.

    Reaching $60,000 of annual dividends depends on the size of the dividend yield and the portfolio size.

    For example, if an Australian investor had investments with a 6% dividend yield, it would require a $1 million portfolio. If the portfolio had a 3% dividend yield, it would need to be a $2 million portfolio for $60,000 annual income.

    As you can see, different investments provide different dividend yields. So, it depends on what Aussies want to choose.

    Which ASX dividend shares I’d look at

    There are a number of different investment options that investors can choose on the ASX with good dividend yields like real estate investment trusts (REITs), quality operating companies, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and good listed investment companies (LICs).  

    I think REITs are very attractive at these valuations amid high interest rates. Some of my leading ideas are Centuria Industrial REIT (ASX: CIP), Dexus Industria REIT (ASX: DXI), Rural Funds Group (ASX: RFF) and Charter Hall Long WALE REIT (ASX: CLW).

    Some of the leading operating companies out there include Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Co. Ltd (ASX: SOL), Wesfarmers Ltd (ASX: WES), Lovisa Holdings Ltd (ASX: LOV), Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) and Medibank Private Ltd (ASX: MPL).

    There are a few very attractive ETFs that could be useful options for dividend income such as WCM Quality Global Growth Fund (ASX: WCMQ), Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS) and Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (ASX: VHY).

    Some of the LICs that I highly rate for superannuation include MFF Capital Investments Ltd (ASX: MFF), WCM Global Growth Ltd (ASX: WQG), Future Generation Australia Ltd (ASX: FGX), Future Generation Global Ltd (ASX: FGG) and Hearts and Minds Investments Ltd (ASX: HM1).

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