Why Telstra and these ASX dividend shares could be top buys

Analysts think these shares are buys for income investors.

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If you are on the hunt for some new additions to your income portfolio, then it could be worth checking out the shares in this article.

These three ASX dividend shares have been named as buys by analysts and tipped to provide attractive yields in the near term. Here's what they are recommending:

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Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS)

Telstra remains one of the most widely held dividend shares on the ASX, and for good reason.

As Australia's largest telecommunications provider, the company benefits from essential infrastructure, a large customer base, and predictable cash flows. Demand for mobile and data services tends to be resilient across economic cycles, which supports ongoing dividend payments.

Macquarie is positive on the telco giant and currently has an outperform rating on its shares with a $5.04 price target.

As for income, the broker is forecasting fully franked dividends of 20 cents per share in FY 2026 and 21 cents per share in FY 2027. Based on its current share price of $4.81, this would mean dividend yields of 4.15% and 4.4%, respectively.

For investors seeking stability and dependable dividends, Telstra could be a core holding in a balanced income portfolio.

Jumbo Interactive Ltd (ASX: JIN)

Jumbo Interactive is another ASX dividend share that has been named as a buy.

It operates online lottery ticketing platforms, including Oz Lotteries, and benefits from recurring customer activity and strong cash generation. With limited reinvestment requirements, a large portion of earnings can be returned to shareholders.

Macquarie is bullish on Jumbo Interactive, giving its shares an outperform rating and $14.60 price target.

On the income side, the broker expects fully franked dividends of 39.5 cents per share in FY 2026 and 54 cents per share in FY 2027. From its current share price of $11.22, this represents dividend yields of 3.5% and 4.8%, respectively.

Lovisa Holdings Ltd (ASX: LOV)

Finally, Lovisa is not your typical ASX dividend share, but its cash generation has allowed it to deliver both growth and income.

The fast-fashion jewellery retailer has successfully expanded its store network globally while maintaining strong margins and disciplined capital management. This has enabled the company to return capital to shareholders even while continuing to grow.

Morgans thinks its shares are good value and has put a buy rating and $40.00 price target on them.

With respect to income, the broker is forecasting dividends of 92 cents per share in FY 2026 and 114 cents per share in FY 2027. Based on its current share price of $29.98, this would mean dividend yields of 3.1% and 3.8%, respectively.

Motley Fool contributor James Mickleboro has positions in Lovisa. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Jumbo Interactive, Lovisa, and Macquarie Group. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Macquarie Group and Telstra Group. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Jumbo Interactive and Lovisa. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This article contains general investment advice only (under AFSL 400691). Authorised by Scott Phillips.

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