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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

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Broker Notes

Down 80% in 2025: Is it time to buy this beaten down ASX stock?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this stock after its heavy decline.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Premier Investments shares crashing 12% today?

| James Mickleboro

The Peter Alexander and Smiggle owner's shares are deep in the red on Friday.

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Materials Shares

'Stronger, sharper, and simpler': Rio Tinto shares fall despite major update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what this mining giant has released a strategy update.

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Broker Notes

NextDC shares jump 11% on major OpenAI deal

| James Mickleboro

This data centre operator will be home to the AI giant in Australia.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs I'd buy right now to build wealth

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be destined to deliver big returns over the next decade.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts expect 4% to 6% dividend yields from these ASX stocks

| James Mickleboro

Good yields are expected from these names in the near term.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market on the final day of the week.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is recommending to clients this month.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech stock could rise 40% in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this tech stock.

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Materials Shares

How much upside does Macquarie tip for Rio Tinto shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker thinks of this mining giant.

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Share Gainers

Why BHP, DroneShield, Lotus Resources, and Nuix shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Firefly Metals, Pantoro Gold, Step One, and Vulcan Energy shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Thursday.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock is jumping 9% on big news

| James Mickleboro

This uranium producer is reporting major progress in Malawi.

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ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 20 years

| James Mickleboro

These exciting funds could be destined for big things in the future. But why?

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Share Market News

2 cheap Australian shares under $50 to buy this December

| James Mickleboro

These top shares will cost you less than $50 to buy.

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Share Market News

Why these popular ASX stocks are making big moves on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are buying and selling these shares on Thursday.

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Bank Shares

Bendigo Bank shares fall despite RACQ deal

| James Mickleboro

The regional bank has announced a major deal with RACQ Bank.

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Materials Shares

Why are Vulcan Energy shares crashing 33% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this lithium stock is sinking heavily in morning trade.

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Dividend Investing

Forget Westpac shares and buy these ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be better buys for income investors.

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Dividend Investing

Bell Potter names the best ASX dividend shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These are high conviction picks according to the broker.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy for a passive income stream

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are recommending these dividend payers.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another positive session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Growth Shares

These ASX innovators could be the market's next big winners

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these exciting shares could be top buys.

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Share Market News

3 excellent ASX ETFs for investors who never want to pick stocks

| James Mickleboro

Not a fan of picking stocks? Don't worry because these funds could save the day.

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Share Market News

Morgans just upgraded these ASX stocks to buy ratings (with huge upside!)

| James Mickleboro

The broker sees potential for big returns from these stocks.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Collins Foods, Imdex, Treasury Wine shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Morgans is saying about these shares.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's what brokers are recommending as buys this week.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 high-quality ASX 200 shares now trading at multi-year discounts

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be dirt cheap according to analysts.

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Broker Notes

What are analysts saying about Goodman and these ASX stocks?

| James Mickleboro

Are these shares buys, holds, or sells? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Dateline, Predictive Discovery, and Wildcat shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on hump day. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Collins Foods, Perseus Mining, and Robex Resources shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. But why?

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Technology Shares

Why this exciting ASX tech stock is rocketing 18% today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this stock is getting a lot of attention from investors today.

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Gold

This ASX 300 gold stock is rocketing 27% amid takeover bidding war

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner has received a new takeover offer.

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Broker Notes

Morgans gives its verdict on A2 Milk and these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Is the broker bullish or bearish on these names?

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 3 ASX dividend shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what they are recommending to clients this month.

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ETFs

The ASX ETFs I'd buy for my kids or grandkids

| James Mickleboro

These funds could build significant wealth over multiple decades.

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Dividend Investing

Forget savings accounts, these ASX dividend stocks pay more

| James Mickleboro

These income options offer attractive yields that you won't find with bank accounts.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a decent session for Aussie investors today.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that could quietly make you rich over 20 years

| James Mickleboro

These funds have qualities that Warren Buffett would look for when making investments.

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