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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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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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How to invest

Why you should buy ASX shares instead of US stocks right now

| James Mickleboro

Australia could be the way to go for investors according to Bell Potter.

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Blue Chip Shares

Ord Minnett says these blue chip ASX 200 shares can rise 10% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

These blue chips could be top additions to a portfolio according to the broker.

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Technology Shares

Why DroneShield shares could surge 20%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what could drive this popular stock upwards.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Growth Shares

These ASX 200 shares could rise 15% to 20%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be undervalued right now.

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ETFs

Buy NDQ ETF and these popular funds with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be worth considering if you have money to invest right now.

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How to invest

How to build a balanced ASX portfolio for the next decade

| James Mickleboro

There is an easy way to build a balanced investment portfolio.

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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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How to invest

How to build wealth with ASX ETFs and never pick a single stock

| James Mickleboro

This could be one of the easiest ways for investors to grow their wealth.

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How to invest

How to make $1,000 a month in passive income with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

This is the way to make the share market your own personal ATM.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

These shares have been given a big thumbs up from the broker.

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ETFs

3 excellent ASX ETFs to buy for your superannuation

| James Mickleboro

These funds have great qualities that could make them top picks for a portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

3 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors this month.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how many BHP shares it takes to earn a $1,000 a year second income

| James Mickleboro

Here's how to use the miner's shares to boost your income.

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Blue Chip Shares

My top ASX 200 and S&P 500 picks for September

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these stocks could be worth your attention right now.

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Technology Shares

Why did this ASX stock crash 71% today?

| James Mickleboro

It was a terrible end to the week for owners of this stock.

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Share Market News

When does Westpac expect the next RBA interest rate cut to be delivered?

| James Mickleboro

Will there be another cut at this month's meeting? Let's find out.

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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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Share Market News

Why 4DS Memory, Bannerman, Coles, and Viva Energy shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

Why 4DMedical, Lotus Resources, Vulcan Energy, and Xero shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 25 years

| James Mickleboro

Long term investing is made easy with these funds.

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How to invest

How to turn $500 a month into $250,000 with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Want to build real wealth? Here's an easy way to do it.

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How to invest

How to invest your first $3,000 in the ASX this month

| James Mickleboro

This could be a good way to allocate your funds in September.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

The local market looks set to end the week with a bang.

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Growth Shares

How ASX growth shares could make you rich

| James Mickleboro

They can help you build wealth in the share market.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 tech stock jumped 7% on big news

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock had a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Austal, Iress, and Metallium shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising more than most on Thursday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Catalyst Metals, Lotus Resources, NIB, and Woodside shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares are underperforming on Thursday.

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Materials Shares

Why is the BHP share price falling today?

| James Mickleboro

Today's decline could be good news in disguise for shareholders.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs for beginners to buy this month

| James Mickleboro

If you are a beginner then it could be worth looking at these top funds.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 tech stock Bell Potter just upgraded

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling more upbeat on this growth stock. Let's find out why.

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Growth Shares

3 Australian stocks for smart investors to buy and hold

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be destined to deliver for investors.

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How to invest

How to double your money in the ASX share market

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could potentially double your money in the share market.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX mining stock could jump 30% and be a potential takeover target

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is bullish on this stock. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a better day for Aussie investors today.

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Share Market News

Should investors buy Pexa shares in the dip according to Macquarie?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this stock after recent weakness.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy with $3,000 in September

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top picks for Aussie investors.

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Share Market News

Morgans says these Australian shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks these shares could be worth a shout right now.

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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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