1. Authors
    2. /
  2. James Mickleboro
    3. /

James Mickleboro

James Mickleboro has been a Motley Fool contributor since late 2015. After studying economics at university back home in the United Kingdom, James came to live in Australia and managed to land a job at an Australian fund manager. This was the start of a love affair with Australian equities and he hasn't looked back since. James is part of the CFA Institute's Chartered Financial Analyst program and hopes it teaches him how to become an astute investor which allows him to help others with their own investing. Outside of reading and researching he spends many a late night watching the English Premier League and Seinfeld reruns.

Recent Articles

Broker looking at the share price on her laptop with green and red points in the background.
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It could be another red day for Aussie investors on hump day.

Read more »

A smiling woman holds a Facebook like sign above her head.
Blue Chip Shares

CSL and more blue-chip ASX 200 bargains I'd buy before 2026

| James Mickleboro

Here's why I think these shares could be cheap buys before the end of the year.

Read more »

A man in a suit smiles at the yellow piggy bank he holds in his hand.
Share Market News

Forget Westpac shares, these ASX ETFs could be better buys

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be quality picks for investors looking for alternatives to the banks.

Read more »

A bearded man holds both arms up diagonally and points with his index fingers to the sky with a thrilled look on his face over these rising Tassal share price
Speculative

Brokers say these speculative ASX shares could rise 60% to 100%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer with these high risk stocks.

Read more »

Man with virtual white circles on his eye and AI written on top, symbolising artificial intelligence.
Broker Notes

Why this ASX AI stock could return 40% in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stock Bell Potter is tipping to rise strongly.

Read more »

Man flies flat above city skyline with rocket strapped to back
Technology Shares

Guess which ASX defence stock could rocket 100%+

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts at Bell Potter are saying about this high-risk, high-reward option.

Read more »

Man with a hand on his head looks at a red stock market chart showing a falling share price.
Share Fallers

Why AIC Mines, ASX, Karoon Energy, and Life360 shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling more than most on Tuesday. But why?

Read more »

Ecstatic woman looking at her phone outside with her fist pumped.
Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, DroneShield, EOS, and Star shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye on Tuesday. But why?

Read more »

Smiling man working on his laptop.
Share Market News

Why it isn't too late to buy Electro Optic Systems (EOS) shares

| James Mickleboro

This high-flying stock is highly rated by analysts. Here's what they are saying.

Read more »

Five happy friends on their phones.
Technology Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX tech stocks to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stocks the broker is recommending to clients.

Read more »

A female soldier flies a drone using hand-held controls.
Technology Shares

Why are DroneShield shares jumping 20% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what this popular stock just announced to the market.

Read more »

Couple holding a piggy bank, symbolising superannuation.
Dividend Investing

The ASX dividend stocks I'd trust to pay me through retirement

| James Mickleboro

These stocks have qualities that could make them great picks for retirees.

Read more »

Middle age caucasian man smiling confident drinking coffee at home.
Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: CSL, Vulcan, Woolworths shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these stocks this week.

Read more »

Smiling couple sitting on a couch with laptops fist pump each other.
Dividend Investing

These shares have bigger dividend yields (and more upside) than CBA shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are better picks than Australia's largest bank.

Read more »

A bland looking man in a brown suit opens his jacket to reveal a red and gold superhero dollar symbol on his chest.
Growth Shares

3 ASX mid-cap rockets that could become future blue chips

| James Mickleboro

These stocks could be destined for big things in the future according to analysts.

Read more »

Two people work with a digital map of the world, planning their logistics on a global scale.
ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that benefit from unavoidable megatrends

| James Mickleboro

These megatrends are changing the world and these funds give investors exposure to stocks that will benefit.

Read more »

A male ASX 200 broker wearing a blue shirt and black tie holds one hand to his chin with the other arm crossed across his body as he watches stock prices on a digital screen while deep in thought
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is happening on the local market today.

Read more »

Happy woman trying to close suitcase.
Travel Shares

Why Flight Centre shares could return 22% in just one year

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks this travel stocks could be cheap at current levels.

Read more »

Young female AGL investor leans back in her desk chair feeling relieved after the AGL share price soared today
Dividend Investing

Want passive income? These ASX dividend stocks could help

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these stocks would be top picks for income investors.

Read more »

Broker written in white with a man drawing a yellow underline.
Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

Read more »

an older couple look happy as they sit at a laptop computer in their home.
ETFs

The ASX ETFs to buy in 2026 and then never sell

| James Mickleboro

You might want to hold tightly to these funds for the long term. Let's find out why.

Read more »

Bored man sitting at his desk with his laptop.
Share Fallers

Why ASX, CSL, Galan Lithium, and NextDC shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. Let's find out why.

Read more »

a young woman raises her hands in joyful celebration as she sits at her computer in a home environment.
Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, EOS, Gorilla Gold, and Neuren shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. Here's why.

Read more »

Three guys in shirts and ties give the thumbs down.
Healthcare Shares

Why did Macquarie just downgrade CSL shares?

| James Mickleboro

The broker has taken an axe to its valuation of this biotech giant.

Read more »

a woman holds her hands to her temples as she sits in front of a computer screen with a concerned look on her face.
Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

Read more »

Two scientists in a Rhythm Biosciences lab cheer while looking at results on a computer.
Healthcare Shares

This ASX 200 stock is charging higher on FDA approval news

| James Mickleboro

This stock is avoiding the market weakness on Monday. Let's find out why.

Read more »

Businessman looks with one eye through magnifying glass
Materials Shares

Why is everyone talking about Fortescue shares today?

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant has announced some big news this morning. Here's what you need to know.

Read more »

A young man stands facing the camera and scratching his head with the other hand held upwards wondering if he should buy Whitehaven Coal shares
Gold

This ASX gold stock is falling despite some big news

| James Mickleboro

What's going on with this gold miner on Monday? Let's find out.

Read more »

A man has a surprised and relieved expression on his face.
Growth Shares

These exciting ASX 200 growth shares could rise 60% to 100% in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe these shares could be dirt cheap and strong buys right now.

Read more »

Man holding Australian dollar notes, symbolising dividends.
Dividend Investing

These buy-rated ASX dividend shares offer 4% to 6% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income investors.

Read more »

Woman with a concerned look on her face holding a credit card and smartphone.
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It could be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

Read more »

Business people discussing project on digital tablet.
Technology Shares

Will the Droneshield share price double in 2026?

| James Mickleboro

One broker sees potential for a 150% gain from current levels.

Read more »

Broker written in white with a man drawing a yellow underline.
Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

Read more »

Man holding a calculator with Australian dollar notes, symbolising dividends.
Dividend Investing

How much passive income could I earn with 1,000 BHP shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what buying 1,000 BHP shares would do for my income.

Read more »

A fit man flexes his muscles, indicating a positive share price movement on the ASX market
ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

There are good reasons why these funds could be top long term picks.

Read more »

A young woman looks happily at her phone in one hand with a selection of retail shopping bags in her other hand.
Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX retail stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks you should add these retailers to your shopping list.

Read more »

Army man and woman on digital devices.
Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX defence stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

Wanting exposure to this booming industry? Bell Potter has two picks for you.

Read more »

A woman wearing a yellow shirt smiles as she checks her phone.
Bank Shares

$5,000 in CBA shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| James Mickleboro

Has Australia's largest bank delivered the goods for investors this year?

Read more »

man helping couple use a tablet
Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 55

| James Mickleboro

Are you on track for a comfortable retirement or do you need to do more?

Read more »

A young man pointing up looking amazed, indicating a surging share price movement for an ASX company
Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 50% to 65%

| James Mickleboro

Big things could be coming for buyers of these shares according to analysts.

Read more »