ASX 200 Blue Chips Near Record Highs Amid Inflation Data

Several ASX 200 blue-chip shares present mixed opportunities for investors in 2025. Experts advise holding shares in Woolworths and the largest ASX gold stock due to their stable market positions and positive long-term prospects, despite challenges like inflation and operational headwinds, but caution against buying at current high prices. Meanwhile, insurers like QBE and packaging company Amcor show solid financial metrics and dividend yields, making them noteworthy for income-focused investors. Retailer Coles and infrastructure firm Downer also remain reliable blue chips with significant market shares and steady revenue streams. On the buy side, analysts recommend Goodman Group and WiseTech as attractive investments due to their strong growth potential in logistics properties and supply chain software, respectively. In contrast, some prominent Dow Jones blue chips like Salesforce and Honeywell face growth challenges and may not meet certain investment benchmarks.