These were the best performing ASX 200 shares in 2025

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) had a relatively positive 12 months in 2025. During the year, the benchmark index rose 6.8% to finish at 8,714.3 points.

And if you throw in dividends, the total return stretches to over 10%.

While this is good, it pales in…