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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

Buy alert! Bell Potter says this ASX 200 stock is 'unmatched'

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling bullish on this stock despite its strong gains this year.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX stocks I'd trust with $10,000 for the next decade

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these blue chips could be great long term picks for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 3 ASX dividend stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these buy-rated names.

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AI Stocks

The unstoppable ASX stocks powering the AI revolution

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest in the AI boom on the ASX? Here are three picks that brokers rate as buys.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts think BHP and these ASX dividend shares are buys this week

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been given the thumbs up by analysts.

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How to invest

The Warren Buffett golden rule that investors can't ignore

| James Mickleboro

His golden returns are underpinned by this simple rule.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if the market will end the week on a positive note.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX stocks to help turn $100,000 into $1 million

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be great compounders over the next decade and beyond.

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ETFs

The easy set and forget ASX share portfolio I'd build today

| James Mickleboro

It is easier than you think to build a winning portfolio.

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Blue Chip Shares

These top ASX 200 stocks could rise 25% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be cheap at current levels according to analysts.

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Small Cap Shares

Broker names 2 small cap ASX shares to buy for big returns

| James Mickleboro

Big things could come from buying these small caps according to Morgans.

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX All Ords stock could return 40% in a year

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be seriously undervalued according to one top broker.

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ETFs

3 defensive ASX ETFs for a rocky 2026

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be low risk options for investors next year.

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Technology Shares

Why Morgans is bullish on these ASX tech shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about these names.

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Share Gainers

Why Catapult, Kingsgate, Light & Wonder, and Reece shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Amcor, DroneShield, Harvey Norman, and QBE shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are out of form on Thursday. What's going on?

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Financial Shares

Forget CBA shares and check out this buy-rated ASX financial stock

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker thinks that investors should be buying this growing company's shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should you buy Temple & Webster shares after the crash?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has given its verdict on this beaten down stock.

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Blue Chip Shares

Why are QBE shares sinking 6% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how the insurance giant is performing in FY 2025.

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Share Market News

Why EOS shares could rise 75% in just a year

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for buyers of this stock according to Bell Potter.

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Share Market News

The next wave of ASX tech winners to buy before 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these tech stocks could be destined for big things in the future.

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Dividend Investing

Which ASX dividend shares are brokers recommending to clients?

| James Mickleboro

Which shares are they bullish on right now? Let's find out.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these dirt cheap ASX dividend stocks before it's too late

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these income options. Let's find out why.

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Technology Shares

It's time to buy: 1 Australian stock that hasn't been this cheap in years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this stock could be a huge bargain right now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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How to invest

Want to build wealth? Here's how Warren Buffett does it

| James Mickleboro

Following Buffett's lead could help you build significant wealth in the share market.

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Retirement

How to retire early with ASX shares and the power of compounding

| James Mickleboro

You may not have to retire at 67 if you follow this plan.

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ETFs

3 top ASX ETFs to buy for your SMSF in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great options if you run your own super fund.

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Dividend Investing

Are QBE shares a buy for passive income in 2026?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about the insurance giant.

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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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Share Gainers

Why DroneShield, EOS, Gentrack, and Web Travel shares are surging today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Meteoric Resources, Race, Temple & Webster, and West African shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Why is this ASX defence stock rocketing 10% today?

| James Mickleboro

This stock is getting investors excited on Wednesday. But why?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why are Harvey Norman shares racing 4% to a new record high?

| James Mickleboro

Records are being broken by this retailer on Wednesday.

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Blue Chip Shares

My best ASX stocks to invest $2,000 in right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers sees significant value in these beaten down stocks.

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Small Cap Shares

Why this small cap ASX share could deliver a 40% return

| James Mickleboro

This small cap could deliver big returns according to one broker.

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ETFs

3 excellent ASX ETFs for income investors to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

Want an easy income from the share market? Here are three funds to consider.

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Share Market News

3 ultra-reliable ASX dividend stocks I'd buy for long-term income

| James Mickleboro

Want dependable income? These stocks could be the ones to buy.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 40% to 90%

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are tipping these shares to deliver big returns over the next 12 months.

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Growth Shares

3 amazing ASX growth shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Brokers have given these growing companies a big thumbs up.

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