Best ASX Stocks to Buy Now (December 11, 2025): Top Australian Shares for 2026 Growth & Income
The ASX 200 is up about 5.4% in 2025, trading near 8,600 and on track for a third consecutive annual gain. The index’s forward P/E stands at 18.1, above its long-term average. Major banks project further gains in 2026, with UBS targeting 8,900 and Morgan Stanley 9,250, citing strength in resources. Materials have surged 24.5% this year, while healthcare and IT lag.
