1. Authors
    2. /
  2. James Mickleboro
    3. /

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

A formally dressed young woman sips tea from a china cup and saucer as she gives a haughty look against the background of a European style drawing room with heavy wood, traditional wallpaper and a large chandelier hanging from the ceiling.
How to invest

How to retire rich with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

If you want to retire with a big net worth, then you may want to read this.

Read more »

Man and woman looking over documents at computer.
Dividend Investing

Income boost: 2 ASX dividend stocks experts rate as buys

| James Mickleboro

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

Read more »

A woman looks internationally at a digital interface of the world.
ETFs

2 excellent tech ETFs for ASX investors to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs provide investors with access to some exciting tech shares from across the globe...

Read more »

Man sits smiling at a computer showing graphs
Blue Chip Shares

Here's why analysts rate CSL and this top blue chip ASX 200 share as buys

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these blue chips could be great additions to your portfolio this week.

Read more »

A woman looks nonplussed as she holds up a handful of Australian $50 notes.
Mergers & Acquisitions

Which ASX lithium shares could be next to appear on the takeover radar?

| James Mickleboro

Are more lithium shares going to receive takeover approaches?

Read more »

Rocket powering up and symbolising a rising share price.
Growth Shares

These ASX growth stocks could be destined for big returns: experts

| James Mickleboro

These ASX growth shares have been given the thumbs up by analysts.

Read more »

Man drawing an upward line on a bar graph symbolising a rising share price.
Share Gainers

Why Catapult, OFX, TechnologyOne, and Zip shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) is back on form on Tuesday. In afternoon trade, the benchmark index is up 0.3%…

Read more »

A young male investor wearing a white business shirt screams in frustration with his hands grasping his hair after ASX 200 shares fell rapidly today and appear to be heading into a stock market crash
Share Fallers

Why 29Metals, Brainchip, Qantas, and Serko shares are falling

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are being sold off on Tuesday.

Read more »

A man slumps crankily over his morning coffee as it pours with rain outside.
Technology Shares

'Nobody is happy': Why the BrainChip share price is diving 16% on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It hasn't been a good day for Brainchip and its shareholders.

Read more »

a woman raises her arm in celebration while looking at her mobile phone on her sofa at home feeling excited about the WiseTech share price rise
Broker Notes

Why Telstra shares are a 'low risk' option for investors: broker

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks investors should be buying this telco giant for its defensive earnings.

Read more »

A man wearing glasses and a white t-shirt pumps his fists in the air looking excited and happy about the rising OBX share price
BNPL shares

Afterpay should acquire Zip: broker

| James Mickleboro

One broker believes that changes to BNPL regulations makes Zip an attractive takeover target.

Read more »

a man looks down at his phone with a look of happy surprise on his face as though he is thrilled with good news.
Earnings Results

TechnologyOne share price charges higher amid strong half-year growth

| James Mickleboro

TechnologyOne had yet another strong half and delivered stellar revenue and profit growth.

Read more »

a man wearing a gold shirt smiles widely as he is engulfed in a shower of gold confetti falling from the sky. representing a new gold discovery by ASX mining share OzAurum Resources
Gold

Buy this 'sector leading' ASX 200 gold share: Bell Potter

| James Mickleboro

This could be the gold share to buy now according to one broker.

Read more »

Three people in a corporate office pour over a tablet, ready to invest.
Bank Shares

CBA shares are in 'uncharted valuation territory' and could crash: broker

| James Mickleboro

Could Australia's largest bank's shares be in danger of large declines?

Read more »

A woman wearing yellow smiles and drinks coffee while on laptop.
Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend shares to buy according to analysts

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to take a look at what analysts are saying about these dividend shares.

Read more »

Smiling man with phone in wheelchair watching stocks and trends on computer
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 on Tuesday.

Read more »

Two men in hard hats and high visibility jackets look together at a laptop screen at a mine site.
Resources Shares

Goldman Sachs says these ASX 200 mining giants are buys

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks investors should be snapping up these miners before it's too late.

Read more »

Three people in a corporate office pour over a tablet, ready to invest.
Dividend Investing

Experts are tipping these ASX dividend stocks as buys

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares might be worth considering if you're searching for passive income.

Read more »

A man with a yellow background makes an annoncement, indicating share price changes on the ASX
Growth Shares

Analysts say these ASX 200 growth shares are top buys right now

| James Mickleboro

If you like growth shares then you won't want to miss out on these top buys.

Read more »

A health professional wearing a stethoscope and scrubs shrugs with uncertainty.
Share Market News

Medibank or NIB shares? Only one is a buy according to Goldman Sachs

| James Mickleboro

Which private health insurer should you add to your portfolio?

Read more »

Red buy button on an Apple keyboard with a finger on it.
Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe that now could be the time to add these shares to your portfolio...

Read more »

A woman looks distressed as she stares dramatically at her phone
Share Fallers

Why Galan Lithium, Metcash, Tyro, and Zip shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are starting the week in the red

Read more »

a young woman raises her hands in joyful celebration as she sits at her computer in a home environment.
Share Gainers

Why Bigtincan, EBR, Gentrack, and New Hope shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a strong start to the week.

Read more »

A woman ponders a question as she puts money into a piggy bank with a model plane and suitcase nearby.
Travel Shares

Have I missed the flight on Qantas shares?

| James Mickleboro

Final boarding call for potential Qantas investors.

Read more »

Happy man and woman looking at the share price on a tablet.
Technology Shares

Buy this ASX tech share for big returns: Goldman Sachs

| James Mickleboro

Investors might want to check out this highly rated tech share this week.

Read more »

A smiling woman looks at her phone as she walks with her suitcase inside an airport.
Travel Shares

Own Flight Centre shares? Broker says travel giant is 'on the cusp of an earnings upgrade cycle'

| James Mickleboro

The good times could be coming for this travel agent giant.

Read more »

Person with thumbs down and a red sad face poster covering the face.
Materials Shares

Why is this ASX lithium share crashing over 10% today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium share is sinking today for a big reason.

Read more »

A coal miner wearing a red hard hat holds a piece of coal up and gives the thumbs up sign in his other hand
Energy Shares

New Hope share price charges 4% higher on strong Q3 earnings growth

| James Mickleboro

This coal miner had a strong quarter and investors are scrambling to buy shares.

Read more »

A man in his office leans back in his chair with his hands behind his head looking out his window at the city, sitting back and relaxed, confident in his ASX share investments for the long term.
Technology Shares

Goldman Sachs says this ASX 100 share is a strong buy

| James Mickleboro

Now could be the time to pounce on this ASX 100 share according to analysts at Goldman Sachs.

Read more »

A couple sits on a sofa, each clutching their heads in horror and disbelief, while looking at a laptop screen.
Share Market News

Here are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's why short sellers are betting on these ASX shares dropping in value.

Read more »

a man sits at his computer screen scrolling with his fingers with a satisfied smile on his face as though he is very content with the news he is receiving.
Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for good yields and outsized returns: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling very positive about these dividend shares this month.

Read more »

A male investor wearing a white shirt and blue suit jacket sits at his desk looking at his laptop with his hands to his chin, waiting in anticipation.
Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 might be set for a soft session on Monday.

Read more »

Calculator with a $100 note on it.
Dividend Investing

Here are 2 ETFs for ASX income investors to buy for big dividends

| James Mickleboro

If you're an income investor, then these ETFs could be just what you're looking for.

Read more »

A young woman sits with her hand to her chin staring off to the side thinking about her investments.
Dividend Investing

Buy Westpac and this ASX 200 dividend stock for income: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These top dividend stocks have been given the thumbs up by brokers.

Read more »

A woman sits at her computer with her hand to her mouth and a contemplative smile on her face as she reads about the performance of Allkem shares on her computer
Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave the thumbs up to these ASX shares last week. Here's why they are bullish on them...

Read more »

A man closesly watch a clock, indicating a delay or timing issue on an ASX share price movement
ETFs

3 high quality ETFs for ASX investors to buy and hold for decades

| James Mickleboro

These ETFs could let ASX investors benefit from the power of compounding.

Read more »

A woman wearing glasses and a black top smiles broadly as she stares at a money yarn full of coins representing the rising JB Hi-Fi share price and rising dividends over the past five years
Dividend Investing

Don't miss out on these high yield ASX dividend shares: analysts

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could provide you with a big income boost.

Read more »

Top 5 written in blue with a blue background.
Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 shares to buy according to brokers

| James Mickleboro

You won't want to miss out on these high quality stocks.

Read more »

A young woman holds her hand to her mouth in surprise as she reads something on her laptop.
Small Cap Shares

Analysts are tipping big returns from these small cap ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

At the small end of town, analysts are tipping big gain from these shares...

Read more »

ETFs

$10k invested in Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (VGS) 5 years ago is worth how much?

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to invest in this ETF five years ago?

Read more »