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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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How to invest

How to build significant wealth like Warren Buffett with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Following in the footsteps of this legend could be a smart move.

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Cheap Shares

Why I'd buy dirt-cheap ASX shares now and aim to hold them for a decade

| James Mickleboro

You could potentially beat the market with this strategy.

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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?

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting outsized returns from these shares in 2026.

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ETFs

The ETF portfolio I'd build if I never wanted to watch markets again

| James Mickleboro

Set and forget sound good to you? This could be the way to do it,

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Healthcare Shares

Where will CSL shares be in 5 years?

| James Mickleboro

Would it be a good time to buy and hold this fallen giant? Let's find out.

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Cheap Shares

Down 60% with a 6% yield and P/E of 13x – are Accent shares a generational bargain?

| James Mickleboro

Is this a buying opportunity you can't turn down? Let's run the numbers.

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be better than buying CBA shares

| James Mickleboro

Not sure about Australia's largest bank's valuation? Here are alternatives.

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Superannuation

Is your superannuation balance normal for your age? Here's how Australians really compare

| James Mickleboro

How do you compare? Let's run the numbers and find out.

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Growth Shares

3 of the best Australian shares to buy and hold until 2035

| James Mickleboro

It could be worth holding tightly to these shares for the long term.

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Bank Shares

ANZ hit with $250m fine for widespread misconduct and systemic risk failures

| James Mickleboro

The big four bank has received a record fine from the regulator.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Market News

Why Aeris Resources, Netwealth, Nova Minerals, and Paragon Care shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Friday. Let's find out why.

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Develop Global, EOS, and Maas shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Broker Notes

Ord Minnett names 2 ASX 200 shares to buy for massive returns

| James Mickleboro

The broker sees a lot of value in these big names. Here's what it is recommending.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Top picks! Macquarie says these ASX stocks can rise 20% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these stocks.

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Technology Shares

Why is this ASX tech stock jumping 14% on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is ending the week in style.

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Bank Shares

Why today is a great day to own ANZ and Westpac shares

| James Mickleboro

These banks are making their shareholders happy today. But how?

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Healthcare Shares

NIB shares edge higher on profit update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this private health insurer is in the news today.

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ETFs

Where to invest $250 in ASX ETFs this month

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for a $250 investment.

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Dividend Investing

Experts say these ASX dividend stocks are cheap buys

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these shares for their dividends.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income investors. Let's see what they offer.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good finish to the week for Aussie investors.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that could be perfect for beginners

| James Mickleboro

New to investing? Here are three top funds to consider.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Flight Centre, Suncorp, and Zip shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts are bullish or bearish (or something in between).

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Energy Shares

Why this under-the-radar ASX energy stock could rise 60%+

| James Mickleboro

The team at Bell Potter sees big potential in this energy stock.

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Share Gainers

Why Bapcor, IDP Education, Netwealth, and Ora Banda shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye with solid gains on Thursday. But why are they rising?

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, Paragon Care, Treasury Wine, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough session on Thursday.

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Healthcare Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX healthcare shares to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Healthy returns could be on offer with these shares according to the broker.

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Technology Shares

2026 will be the 'Year of the Drone': Buy DroneShield shares

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter believes that this growing company could have a very big year.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is everyone talking about Telix shares this week?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this biotech stock has been on the move this week.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Treasury Wine shares a buy the dip opportunity?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if the broker is bullish, bearish, or something in between.

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Share Market News

Boss Energy shares crash 22% on devastating news

| James Mickleboro

It was the news that shareholders didn't want to hear.

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Energy Shares

Woodside shares tumble on shock CEO exit

| James Mickleboro

The energy giant's leader is heading to BP.

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Gold

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

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be golden buys according to the broker.

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Dividend Investing

5 top ASX dividend shares I would buy with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be best buys for passive income in 2026.

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Growth Shares

Analysts say these ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer with these growing stocks.

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ETFs

These are the ASX ETFs I would buy if the market crashed tomorrow

| James Mickleboro

You never know when the next market crash will happen but you can prepare for it.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to look out for on the local market today.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares worth holding forever

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these shares great buy and hold options for income investors.

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