3 unstoppable ASX 200 shares to buy and hold for 10+ years

Analysts are tipping these shares to deliver strong returns. But why?

| More on:

You’re reading a free article with opinions that may differ from The Motley Fool’s Premium Investing Services. Become a Motley Fool member today to get instant access to our top analyst recommendations, in-depth research, investing resources, and more. Learn More

When it comes to building long-term wealth on the ASX, it pays to back companies with staying power. These are the kind that keep growing year after year, regardless of short-term market noise.

These businesses aren't just strong today — they're shaping the future in areas like digital infrastructure, ecommerce, AI, and data. And they're doing it with high-quality management, proven earnings power, and clear strategic tailwinds.

With that in mind, let's look at three unstoppable ASX 200 shares that analysts rate as buys. They are as follows:

Happy shareholders clap and smile as they listen to a company earnings report.

Image source: Getty Images

Goodman Group (ASX: GMG)

Goodman is a property company behind the infrastructure that powers the digital economy — from logistics and warehousing to data centre development.

This focus on long-term structural trends like ecommerce and supply chain automation has worked wonders over the past decade and underpinned incredible returns for its investors. And with the company now turning its attention to hyperscale data demand, it looks well-placed for the next decade.

The team at Citi believes it could be a great investment at current levels. The broker recently put a buy rating and $40.00 price target on its shares.

NextDC Ltd (ASX: NXT)

Another unstoppable ASX 200 share to look at is NextDC.

This data centre company recently announced a record-breaking increase in contracted utilisation, with a 52MW uplift in just one quarter and a forward order book that's grown 54% to 127MW. Much of this demand is being driven by hyperscalers investing in artificial intelligence (AI)-native data infrastructure, particularly in Victoria, where demand has outpaced built capacity.

As AI, cloud computing, and digital connectivity grow exponentially, NextDC is strategically positioned as a pure-play enabler of that future — and that could make it a business worth holding through every cycle.

Morgans is bullish on the company and has an add rating and $18.80 price target on its shares.

REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA)

A final unstoppable ASX 200 share to look at is REA Group. It owns realestate.com.au, which isn't just the dominant player in Australian property listings — it's arguably the strongest digital platform in the country.

For example, during the third quarter of FY 2025, REA delivered 18% revenue growth year-on-year and grew EBITDA by 19%, all while maintaining high margins and growing free cash flow. What's more impressive is that this came during a period of flat national listing volumes.

With strong pricing power, a data-rich ecosystem, and ongoing expansion across adjacent services like mortgage broking and proptech, REA could be a long-term winner for investors.

It is partly for this reason that Bell Potter has put a buy rating and $267.00 price target on its shares.

Citigroup is an advertising partner of Motley Fool Money. Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Goodman Group, Nextdc, and REA Group. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Goodman Group. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Goodman Group. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

More on Blue Chip Shares

Woman using a pen on a digital stock market chart in an office.
Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX 200 shares I'd buy and hold through any market cycle

Market cycles are impossible to avoid, so I would focus on businesses with strong positions and reasons to keep delivering…

Read more »

A woman holds up hands to compare two things with question marks above her hands.
Blue Chip Shares

CSL shares vs CBA shares: Which is the better buy?

The safer choice may not be the one with the most upside. That is why this comparison is tricky.

Read more »

Young woman using computer laptop smiling in love showing heart symbol and shape with hands. as she switches from a big telco to Aussie Broadband which is capturing more market share
Blue Chip Shares

I'd buy these blue-chip ASX shares with $2,000 in a heartbeat

With $2,000 to invest, I would focus on quality businesses that can keep growing rather than chasing short-term excitement.

Read more »

Wlorker on a laptop on top of solar panels.
Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX mining stocks positioned to benefit from the green transition

These three ASX mining shares are branching into resources required for the green transition. This is why it could be…

Read more »

A woman reclines in a comfortable chair while she donates blood holding a pumping toy in one hand and giving the thumbs up in the other as she is attached to a medical machine to collect her blood donation.
Blue Chip Shares

Why CSL shares could be one of the best buys on the ASX right now

CSL shares have been hammered by earnings disappointments. But the long-term investment case remains strong.

Read more »

A happy elderly couple enjoy a cuppa outdoors as the woman looks through binoculars.
Blue Chip Shares

The ageing Australia megatrend: 3 ASX shares built to benefit

With an ageing population, Australian companies must position themselves to provide services made for this demographic. These three stocks have…

Read more »

Workers inspecting a gas pipeline.
Dividend Investing

This overlooked ASX stock has raised its dividend 20 years in a row

20 years of consistent dividend growth is just the tip of the iceberg for this quality business.

Read more »

Person handing out $50 notes, symbolising ex-dividend date.
Blue Chip Shares

Where I'd invest $10,000 into ASX 200 dividend shares right now

These businesses look like compelling buys today.

Read more »