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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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Blue Chip Shares

The ASX blue chip shares I'd happily build a portfolio around

| James Mickleboro

These shares have the types of qualities that you want from long-term investments.

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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 buy these shares.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares the broker is recommending as buys right now.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Life360, Nova Minerals, and Santana shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week in the red. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Dateline, EOS, Karoon Energy, and Pro Medicus shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week with a bang. But why?

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Technology Shares

Down 10% today: Should you buy Life360 shares?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter sees major upside for this tech stock after its recent update.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX defence stock is racing higher on sales surge

| James Mickleboro

The cash is rolling in for this defence company.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares rise on big copper news

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant is looking beyond iron ore and in the direction of copper.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield shares fall after reporting revenue of $216m

| James Mickleboro

This counter drone technology company reported huge revenue growth in FY 2025.

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Growth Shares

3 unstoppable ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

These shares have smashed the market and look well-placed to continue this trend.

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Dividend Investing

BHP and 4 strong ASX dividend shares for Aussie income investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be top picks for investors searching for income.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: CSL, CBA, and Rio Tinto shares

| James Mickleboro

A leading broker has given its verdict on these blue chips.

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ETFs

Where to invest $10,000 in ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great options for investors looking to invest in the best stocks in the…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

Why ASX ETFs are a good place to start for beginner investors

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this style of investing could be suitable for beginners.

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Growth Shares

Why these ASX growth stocks could be much bigger in 5 years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which growth stocks analysts believe are buys at current prices.

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Broker Notes

One ASX 200 giant to buy, one to hold, and one to sell

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdict on these blue chips.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

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

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Growth Shares

The best Australian shares to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these could be among the best Australian shares to buy now.

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Retirement

3 of the best ASX retirement shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why these shares could be top picks for retirees.

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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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Dividend Investing

$10,000 in these ASX dividend shares pays how much passive income?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what sort of income could be generated from these buy-rated shares.

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Retirement

5 fantastic ASX shares to buy for an SMSF

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be suitable for a self-managed super fund. Let's find out why.

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Growth Shares

Forget PLS shares! This ASX growth stock is tipped to rise 60% by 2027

| James Mickleboro

Could this beaten down stock follow PLS' lead and rebound strongly. Bell Potter thinks it could.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy and hold until 2036

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes the funds top long-term picks for Aussie investors.

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Superannuation

Here is the average Australian superannuation balance at 50 in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Want a comfortable retirement? Here's how much you need in super.

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How to invest

How to make $24,000 in passive income a year

| James Mickleboro

Here are the steps to take if you want to build a significant passive income from ASX shares.

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How to invest

How to build a $50,000 portfolio with ASX 200 shares

| James Mickleboro

It isn't as hard to build wealth in the share market. Here's how you can do it.

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How to invest

How much could I make investing $500 a month in ASX shares?

| James Mickleboro

Making patient investments over the long term could be the key to building significant wealth.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Netwealth, Santos, and South32 shares

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has given its verdict on these shares following updates.

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Share Gainers

Why Life360, Northern Star, Objective Corp, and Rox shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong finish to the week. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Capstone Copper, Dateline, DroneShield, and Lindian shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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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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Materials Shares

Why this ASX iron ore stock could outperform BHP and Fortescue shares

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this stock could rise 46% from current levels.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guzman Y Gomez shares push higher on Uber deal

| James Mickleboro

The taco seller is strengthening its delivery business with an exclusive partnership.

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Broker Notes

Broker says this ASX All Ords stock could rise 15%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks investors should be buying this growing company's shares.

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ETFs

Why I think these ASX ETFs are best buys for 2026

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be worth a closer look if you are seeking new additions to your portfolio.

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ETFs

3 super ASX ETFs for easy investing in AI

| James Mickleboro

Want AI exposure? Here are three ETFs that could help.

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Gold

Up 145% in 12 months: Why it isn't too late to buy Regis Resources shares

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner's shares could still be good value. Here's what Bell Potter thinks.

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Broker Notes

Why Lynas shares could crash 33%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter believes this rare earths stock could lose a third of its value.

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