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How much did the DroneShield (ASX:DRO) share price rise in 2025?
The DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO) share price was a volatile investments on the ASX last year, but it also delivered big returns in 2025.
January 4, 2026
Big money is not in the buying or selling, but in the waiting.
For my own portfolio, I like to find ASX shares that are growing their dividends. Growth is an essential part of the dividend equation for me. I want to see that the dividend increases are funded by growing earnings and/or growing underlying asset values. I also have a portion of my portfolio invested in an ETF that picks undervalued global businesses with strong competitive advantages.
For Rask Media, I have an interest in covering technology (and tech-related) businesses with a global growth story, as well as cyclical companies that are cheaply priced because they’re at a low point in the cycle, such as retailers and resource businesses which could benefit strongly in the medium-term.
The DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO) share price was a volatile investments on the ASX last year, but it also delivered big returns in 2025.
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) share price and the ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) both had a positive year delivering capital growth.
The Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX:NST) share price is down 11% after the ASX gold share’s weak FY26 update.
The BHP Group Ltd (ASX:BHP) share price significantly outperformed the ASX 200 (ASX: XJO) in 2025, giving shareholders a pleasing return.
ASX shares that are benefiting from strong tailwinds could be great buys for Australians in 2026 for the long-term.
The DroneShield Ltd (ASX:DRO) share price is up 4% after announcing to the market a sizeable new military contract.
Investing in ASX-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2026 could be one of the best things to do for our long-term wealth.
2025 saw big shifts in market confidence, with bullishness, tariff worries and a strong finish. High-quality ASX shares may be good in 2026.
ASX dividend shares could be a great buy for 2026 after multiple rate cuts by the RBA in 2025.
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