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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 did this ASX All Ords mining share just crash 30%?

| James Mickleboro

Cobalt prices and inflation are causing problems for this ASX All Ords mining share.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals share price races higher on 'important milestone'

| James Mickleboro

Things are ramping up in the Pilbara for this lithium giant.

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ETFs

Betashares names 6 'defensive' ASX ETFs to consider for a possible recession

| James Mickleboro

Here are the ETFs to buy if you're concerned about an impending recession.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts name 2 ASX dividend shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts say these dividend shares are buys...

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

The ASX 200 is expected to give back some of yesterday's strong gains.

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ETFs

3 fantastic ETFs for ASX investors to buy in April

| James Mickleboro

If you want some new ETF additions then these could be the ones to buy.

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Bank Shares

If I buy NAB shares today, what could my returns be in a year's time?

| James Mickleboro

Is it worth investing in this banking giant's shares right now? Here are the numbers.

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Dividend Investing

Here are 2 ASX dividend shares that brokers rate as buys

| James Mickleboro

These ASX dividend shares could give you an income boost according to brokers.

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Broker Notes

Why is the A2 Milk share price underperforming on Tuesday?

| James Mickleboro

A broker downgrade is weighing on this infant formula company's shares.

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Blue Chip Shares

Morgans says these are some of the best blue chip ASX 200 shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

These are the blue chips to buy according to the team at Morgans.

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Share Fallers

Why Atlas Arteria, Kingsgate, Kogan, and Synlait Milk shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are taking a tumble on Tuesday despite the market rebounding.

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Share Gainers

Why Chalice Mining, Core Lithium, Liontown, and United Malt shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

These ASX shares are having a very strong session on Tuesday.

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Technology Shares

Megaport share price jumps on CEO news

| James Mickleboro

Megaport has found its new leader.

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Materials Shares

Why are ASX lithium shares going gangbusters on Tuesday?

| James Mickleboro

It's a glorious day to be invested in lithium shares!

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Energy Shares

Why is the Origin share price pushing higher today?

| James Mickleboro

This energy giant's shares are pushing higher on Tuesday for a big reason.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Liontown share price explodes 59% on new Albemarle takeover approach

| James Mickleboro

The Liontown share price is roaring on Tuesday after the lithium developer rejected a takeover approach.

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Materials Shares

Why is the Chalice Mining share price jumping 9% today?

| James Mickleboro

This mineral exploration company's resource just keeps on increasing in size.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Origin share price on watch amid takeover agreement

| James Mickleboro

Origin has accepted a takeover offer valuing the company at $18.7 billion.

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Dividend Investing

Goldman Sachs says these ASX dividend shares with 7%+ yields are buys

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is bullish on these dividend shares and expects some very big yields.

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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.

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How to invest

How to build a $100,000 ASX share portfolio in 6 years

| James Mickleboro

The Australian share market could be a great place to grow your wealth.

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Share Market News

2 growing ASX passive income shares to buy now: brokers

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares are rated highly right now and are expected to provide attractive yields.

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Growth Shares

Want big returns? Buy these ASX growth shares: analysts

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for investors from these ASX growth shares.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX biotech share just rocketed 86% on 'a major validating moment'

| James Mickleboro

There’s a good reason why this biotech share has almost doubled in value today.

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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...

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Share Gainers

Why Aeris, Block, Fineos, and Tyro shares are racing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Why is the Tyro share price smashing the ASX 300 on Monday?

| James Mickleboro

There are rumours that Tyro could be on the verge of receiving a takeover offer.

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Share Fallers

Why Lake Resources, Latitude, Synlait, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

Lake Resources share price plummets 12% following $3.9m insider sell-off

| James Mickleboro

The chairman of this lithium developer has been selling a large number of shares.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX All Ords stock is plummeting following an 80% profit dive

| James Mickleboro

This company has reported a material decline in profits after a tough half.

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Materials Shares

Bell Potter says buy Allkem shares now for 80% upside

| James Mickleboro

There could be some big returns on offer for investors in this lithium share according to Bell Potter.

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Share Market News

Here are the 10 most shorted ASX shares this week

| James Mickleboro

Short sellers are betting big on these ASX shares sinking from current levels...

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Bank Shares

Best ASX 200 bank share to buy now: ANZ vs Westpac

| James Mickleboro

Which of these big four banks could be the one to buy right now?

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Earnings Results

Premier share price higher on record profit and special dividend

| James Mickleboro

It was another record half for this retail conglomerate and it is rewarding its shareholders.

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Bank Shares

Why is the Bank of Queensland share price pushing higher today?

| James Mickleboro

This regional bank has named its new leader.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts say these ASX dividend shares can boost your passive income

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares could provide you with income during the cost of living crisis.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the ASX 200 index on Monday.

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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...

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Blue Chip Shares

Want to boost your portfolio with ASX blue chips? Analysts say buy these shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these blue chips from different sides of the market as buys right now.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts say buy these high yield ASX dividend shares for a passive income

| James Mickleboro

These high yield dividend shares have been tipped as buys for income investors.

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