4 ASX shares I'd buy with $5,000 in September

One of these ASX shares could climb 57% over the next 12 months.

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If I had a spare $5,000 to invest in ASX shares in September, these would be four of my top picks.

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Life360 Inc (ASX: 360)

Life360 posted its second-quarter FY26 update in mid-August, including a 38% increase in revenue, to US$159 million, and a 53% increase in adjusted EBITDA, to US$31.1 million. Looking ahead, Life360 still expects FY26 revenue growth to accelerate between 33% to 40% year-on-year to between US$650 million and US$685 million. But investors weren't impressed, likely because they were expecting another upward revision to FY26 revenue guidance. But I think the ASX shares have been oversold and that there is still great growth potential ahead. Brokers seem to agree. Market Index shows they all have a strong buy consensus and the $31.72 target price implies a potential 57% upside, at the time of writing.

WiseTech Global Ltd (ASX: WTC

WiseTech shares faced yet more headwinds in August after the company reported a 46% increase in EBITDA to US$558.4 million for the 12 months through to the 30th of June. The result was in line with the company's $550 million to $585 million guidance range but short of market forecasts of $569.5 million. It didn't blow investors away, but the company still maintains a strong competitive advantage in the global logistics industry, and I think the shares are trading well below fair value. Market Index shows that the majority of brokers are very bullish on the ASX tech shares and hold a strong buy rating. The average $57.66 target price implies a potential 45% upside over the next 12 months, at the time of writing.

Electro Optic Systems Holdings Ltd (ASX: EOS)

EOS posted a huge 283% hike in its half-year revenue last week, and a reduced net loss of $32.9 million. Underlying EBITDA swung into profit, and its net assets grew to $391.6 million. Going forward, EOS expects continued strong demand, driven by defence spending and escalating global interest in counter-drone technologies. Management is forecasting a record FY26 revenue ahead. Brokers are also incredibly bullish about the outlook for EOS shares. Market Index data shows that all analysts rate the ASX shares a strong buy. The average $13.10 target price implies a potential 15% upside at the time of writing.

Light & Wonder Inc (ASX: LNW)

Light & Wonder has been reshaping its business in recent years, focusing on recurring revenue and higher-quality earnings. And it looks like all that hard work is finally coming to fruition. The company posted a strong second-quarter earnings update in early August, including a 2% increase in revenue and a 26% increase in net income year-on-year. The company also achieved a 16% increase in adjusted net profit after tax and amortisation (NPATA). Brokers are bullish on ASX gaming shares and expect them to keep climbing. At the time of writing, Market Index data shows all brokers have a strong buy rating, and the $187.50 target price implies an upside of around 45%.

Motley Fool contributor Samantha Menzies has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool Australia's parent company Motley Fool Holdings Inc. has positions in and has recommended Electro Optic Systems, Life360, Light & Wonder Inc, and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has positions in and has recommended Life360 and WiseTech Global. The Motley Fool Australia has recommended Light & Wonder Inc. 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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