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James Mickleboro

Author Bio
James Mickleboro is an investment writer and analyst who has worked with The Motley Fool Australia for 10 years, covering ASX shares, market news, broker research, dividends, growth stocks, and long-term investing ideas.

Over that time, James has written extensively about Australian equities and developed a particular focus on helping everyday investors understand the stories behind share price moves, company announcements, broker views, and broader market trends.

His best investment recommendation was identifying Afterpay while it was still a small-cap growth share, before its rise into one of Australia’s biggest technology success stories. His worst investment lesson came from CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL), where he was burnt by believing management could turn the business around sooner than the market ultimately allowed.

Areas of Expertise

ASX shares
Growth and dividend investing
Broker research
Interpreting company announcements
Market news
Portfolio strategy
Long-term wealth creation

Education
Bachelor of Politics, Philosophy and Economics. CFA Institute
Social Media
LinkedIn
Favorite Investment Quote
"It’s far better to buy a wonderful company at a fair price than a fair company at a wonderful price."
— Warren Buffett

Recent Articles

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Energy Shares

Karoon Energy share price on watch: Who Dat East project gets green light

| James Mickleboro

The Who Dat East development in the Gulf of America has been officially approved.

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Technology Shares

Pro Medicus lands $23m St. Luke's Health System imaging contract

| James Mickleboro

St. Luke’s Health System is Idaho’s largest private employer and not-for-profit healthcare provider.

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Financial Shares

GQG Partners share price on watch following July 2026 FUM update

| James Mickleboro

The company's funds under management ticked up in July 2026 to US$156.4bn.

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Test Only

AGL Energy posts solid FY26 result, lifts dividend, eyes growth in renewables

| James Mickleboro

The company's guidance for FY 2027 is underlying EBITDA between $1.9 billion and $2.2 billion.

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Earnings Results

SEEK Ltd FY26 earnings: record dividend and strong revenue rise

| James Mickleboro

SEEK reported a 17% increase in sales revenue to $1,284 million.

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Earnings Results

Premier Investments updates investors on FY26 sales and outlook

| James Mickleboro

Premier Retail sales are down in FY 2026.

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Earnings Results

Suncorp Group FY26 earnings: Profit falls, dividends paid, buy-back coming

| James Mickleboro

The insurance giant is paying a fully franked final dividend of 52 cents per share and a special dividend of…

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Earnings Results

Commonwealth Bank of Australia share price on watch as profit and dividend rise in FY26

| James Mickleboro

CBA has declared a fully franked final dividend of $2.70 per share.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names 3 ASX shares to buy after results

| James Mickleboro

The broker is bullish on these names. Here's what it is recommending.

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Earnings Results

Computershare posts higher 2026 profit, boosts final dividend

| James Mickleboro

The company has declared a final unfranked dividend of 65 Australian cents per share.

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ASX Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

it is a big day for Australian investors on hump day. Here's what to expect.

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Earnings Results

Austal posts FY26 loss, receives offer for US business

| James Mickleboro

Hanwha Defence USA has made a conditional offer to acquire Austal USA for US$1.05 billion–US$1.2 billion.

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Earnings Results

Helia Group posts lower half-year profit but declares interim and special dividends

| James Mickleboro

The lenders mortgage insurance provider is paying interim and special dividends.

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Gold

Newmont share price on watch after Nevada Gold Mines JV deal with Barrick

| James Mickleboro

The gold giant has released an update on its Nevada Gold Mines joint venture.

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Earnings Results

Amotiv Ltd FY26 earnings steady, dividend lifted

| James Mickleboro

The auto parts retailer is paying a full year dividend of 43 cents per share.

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Industrials Shares

SGH Ltd posts strong FY26 profit despite revenue dip

| James Mickleboro

A final fully franked dividend of 32 cents per share has been declared.

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Earnings Results

Life360 posts record Q2 2026 result as users top 100 million

| James Mickleboro

Paying Circles have jumped 27% to 3.2 million and advertising revenue rocketed 315%

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Dividend Investing

Bell Potter names 3 ASX dividend shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Looking for an income boost? Bell Potter thinks these shares are buys.

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ASX Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Will it be a better session for Aussie investors today? Let's find out.

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REITs

Arena REIT postpones FY2026 earnings result as Edge Early Learning seeks rent relief

| James Mickleboro

Arena REIT delays FY2026 results due to issues with key tenant Edge Early Learning but maintains growth in distributions.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield launches RfRecon: New flagship product drives outlook

| James Mickleboro

The launch reflects a shift by bringing RF intelligence directly to the tactical edge.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Treasury Wine Estates writes down US assets, posts higher FY26 EBITS

| James Mickleboro

The wine giant has announced a further $558.4 million post-tax non-cash write-down on its US assets.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Tabcorp to acquire BetMakers in $267 million growth-focused deal

| James Mickleboro

The company expects the acquisition to accelerate its strategy across multiple areas

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Earnings Results

CAR Group Limited FY26 earnings: revenue and profit rise

| James Mickleboro

The auto listings company expects double digit growth in FY 2027.

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX stock could rise 35%

| James Mickleboro

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

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Bank Shares

Westpac posts $1.8bn third quarter profit and stable margins

| James Mickleboro

The banking giant reported a 3% increase in statutory net profit to $1.8 billion.

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ASX Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Short sellers have their eyes on these shares.

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Broker Notes

Experts name 3 ASX shares to buy this week

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares are being recommended this week.

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ASX Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good session for Aussie investors today. Here's what to expect.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

5 amazing ASX ETFs to buy with $500

| James Mickleboro

Starting a portfolio or adding to it? Here are five easy ways to invest $500 this month.

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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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How to invest

How to build a $100,000 passive income with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

It is possible to generate a huge pay check from the share market.

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Healthcare Shares

Imricor Medical Systems shares: Philips declares compatibility for iMR products

| James Mickleboro

Big news is catching the eye of investors on Friday.

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Earnings Results

Charter Hall Retail REIT lifts FY26 profit and distributions

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the property company reported for FY 2026.

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Earnings Results

ResMed posts strong Q4 earnings, lifts dividend

| James Mickleboro

The sleep disorder treatment company had another record quarter.

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Earnings Results

Nick Scali shares in focus after 22% NPAT jump in FY26 earnings

| James Mickleboro

The furniture retailer reported a 22% jump in net profit.

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Earnings Results

James Hardie lifts outlook as Q1 sales jump 64%

| James Mickleboro

James Hardie reported adjusted EBITDA of US$422 million, which is a jump of 79% year over year.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

The broker has named these shares as buys following their results.

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Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 broker buy ratings

| James Mickleboro

One of these buy-rated stocks could potentially rise as much as 55%.

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Energy Shares

Is this ASX 200 energy stock a buy after its results?

| James Mickleboro

A top broker has given its updated view on this energy producer.

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