SOL and TLS Shares Climb in 2025: A Closer Look at ASX 200 Investment Heavyweights

2 min read | July 08, 2025 10:30 AM AEST | By Team Kalkine Media

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SOL shares up over 24% year-to-date

TLS trading 32.6% above its 52-week low

Dividend yields reflect underlying strength

Washington H. Soul Pattinson & Co. Ltd (SOL) and Telstra Group Ltd (TLS) have both delivered impressive share price performances so far in 2025. These two companies, listed on the ASX 200 index, have seen renewed interest due to their strong fundamentals, diversified operations, and consistent dividend histories.

SOL’s (ASX:SOL) Impressive Performance and Portfolio Depth

Since the start of the year, the SOL share price has risen by 24.7%. As one of the oldest publicly listed companies on the Australian Securities Exchange, SOL continues to build on its legacy of financial stability and long-term growth. The company operates as a diversified investment firm with stakes across multiple industries. Its portfolio includes significant holdings in TPG Telecom (ASX:TPG), New Hope Group (ASX:NHC), and Brickworks (ASX:BKW).

Washington H. Soul Pattinson aims to grow capital while maintaining a consistent dividend stream for its shareholders. Notably, it has never skipped a dividend payment since listing in 1903, highlighting a remarkable track record of resilience. With a current dividend yield of 2.23% against its 5-year average of 2.44%, investors may find this an interesting indicator of underlying performance momentum. The company's latest dividend payout also exceeded the 3-year average, suggesting a trend of increasing distributions.

TLS (ASX:TLS) Shares Trending Higher in 2025

Telstra, trading under, has seen its share price climb to 32.6% above its 52-week low, reflecting growing market confidence. As Australia’s largest telecommunications provider, Telstra serves over 22.5 million mobile customers and maintains a wide network infrastructure that covers 99.6% of the population. Its 5G services now reach more than 85% of the country.

TLS’s extensive scale, infrastructure dominance, and diversified global operations underpin its competitive edge. The company offers a dividend yield of 3.72%, slightly higher than its 5-year average of 3.62%, reinforcing its stability and potential for reliable income distribution.

Both SOL and TLS represent cornerstone companies within the ASX 200 landscape. With strong year-to-date share price growth and a consistent approach to dividends, these stocks may continue to garner attention from investors seeking dependable performance and diversified exposure in the Australian market.

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