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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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Materials Shares

Why is this ASX 200 mining stock crashing 9% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why this mining stock is being sold off by investors on Friday.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 strong ASX 200 blue chip stocks to buy with $2,000 in December

| James Mickleboro

These blue chips have been given the thumbs up from analysts.

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Growth Shares

Top Australian shares to buy right now with $5,000 

| James Mickleboro

Analysts see potential for these shares to deliver big returns.

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Dividend Investing

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

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares. Let's see what it is recommending.

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Broker Notes

3 reasons to buy this ASX 200 stock now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be snapping up this stock right now.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts say these ASX 200 dividend shares are top buys for income investors

| James Mickleboro

Looking for big returns? Check out these shares that analysts rate as buys.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX 200 growth shares that could supercharge your portfolio returns in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these growth shares could generate big returns for investors next year.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for 20% to 40% returns

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to offer the winning combination of big yields and bigger gains.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market finish the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Materials Shares

Will 2025 be a good year for the BHP share price?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are predicting for the Big Australian next year.

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Dividend Investing

If I buy 1,000 Telstra shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| James Mickleboro

Is this telco giant a good option for passive income? Let's find out.

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Share Fallers

Why 29Metals, Guzman Y Gomez, Mesoblast, and Pilbara Minerals shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Thursday. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

Why Bravura, HMC, Magellan, and Perseus shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Healthcare Shares

What on Earth is happening with Mesoblast shares today?

| James Mickleboro

First it was jumping and then it was sinking. What's going on?

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Capital Raising

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just crashed 28%!

| James Mickleboro

What's causing this share to crash deep into the red on Thursday? Let's find out.

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Energy Shares

Woodside shares lower despite big US news

| James Mickleboro

What's going with this energy giant today? Let's find out what's happening.

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Technology Shares

What's going on with DroneShield shares today?

| James Mickleboro

What's getting investors excited on Thursday? Let's find out.

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Share Market News

Why are Rio Tinto shares falling today?

| James Mickleboro

The miner has released a couple of big updates. Here's what you need to know.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These stocks are top picks in December according to the broker.

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Energy Shares

Top oil and gas stocks to buy now in Australia

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe that these stocks could energise portfolios with some big returns.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for 4% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be top options for income investors according to analysts.

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ETFs

Invest $10,000 in these ASX ETFs this month

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be great options for Aussie investors with money to put into the market.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what you need to know.

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Dividend Investing

2 high-yield ASX dividend shares for Australian retirees

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys and expect big things from them.

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Bank Shares

If I'd put $5,000 into CBA shares just 1 year ago, here's what I'd have now

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if it were a good idea to buy this banking giant's shares a year ago.

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How to invest

I would listen to Warren Buffett's advice and buy undervalued ASX shares today

| James Mickleboro

It's never a bad idea to follow in the footsteps of the Oracle of Omaha.

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Dividend Investing

3 Australian dividend shares for stress-free passive income

| James Mickleboro

Looking for passive income? Analysts think these shares could be top options.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Goodman, Hansen, and Pilbara Minerals shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Bravura, GQG Partners, and Pro Medicus shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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Materials Shares

Rio Tinto shares higher on $615m copper deal with Sumitomo

| James Mickleboro

The mining giant has its eyes on more copper production in Western Australia.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords stock is jumping 15% on big news

| James Mickleboro

There's reason for shareholders of this high-flying stock to smile on Wednesday.

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Cheap Shares

An undervalued ASX 200 stock to buy now

| James Mickleboro

A leading broker sees big returns on offer from this blue chip.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

These quality stocks are top picks in December according to the broker.

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Broker Notes

Broker says this ASX 200 share offers 'compelling value' for investors

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about this company. Here's what you need to know.

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Technology Shares

Is it too late to buy WiseTech shares or can they keep rising?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one leading broker is saying about this tech stock.

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Share Market News

These ASX 200 growth shares could rise 20% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Morgans sees a lot of value in these growth shares. Here's what it is saying.

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Communication Shares

The pros and cons of buying Telstra shares right now

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker has given its verdict on the telco giant's shares.

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Dividend Investing

Looking for an income boost? Buy these ASX 200 dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which dividend shares are being tipped as buys by analysts this month.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is happening on the Australian share market on hump day.

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