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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

This ASX 300 stock offers 5%+ dividend yields and 20%+ upside: Macquarie

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie is feeling bullish about this cheap stock.

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Blue Chip Shares

1 magnificent ASX stock down 30% to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this beaten down stock could be worth buying and holding.

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Technology Shares

Should I buy WiseTech shares after the selloff?

| James Mickleboro

Could big returns be on offer now? Let's see what one leading broker is saying.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 share rocketed 11% on strong FY25 profit growth

| James Mickleboro

This stock impressed with its FY 2025 results. Here's what you need to know.

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Broker Notes

Are DroneShield shares a strong buy after sinking 10%?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts at Bell Potter are saying after its results release.

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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 benchmark index today.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips almost 20% return for this ASX All Ords stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is recommending to clients.

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Broker Notes

Forget Fortescue and buy these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker thinks investors should avoid the miner and buy these shares.

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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 Lovisa, Sigma, Siteminder, and Tabcorp shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Domino's, DroneShield, WiseTech, and Woolworths are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Communication Shares

Why are Telstra shares falling today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out what is going on with the telco giant today.

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ETFs

3 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy in September

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

ASX cash machine: 2 monthly payers you'll want to own in 2025 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these shares for regular payouts.

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Broker Notes

Warning! These ASX 200 shares were just downgraded

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has downgraded these shares this week. Let's find out why.

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Materials Shares

Downgrade: Broker slaps sell rating on Fortescue shares

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has turned negative on this mining giant.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Are Coles shares a buy, hold, or sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if one leading broker thinks this is a time to buy.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX stocks to buy this week 

| James Mickleboro

These shares have done enough during earnings season to receive buy ratings from the broker.

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Dividend Investing

Bell Potter says this is one of the best ASX dividend stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling bullish about this income option. Let's find out why.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Superannuation

How to boost your superannuation balance in your 50s

| James Mickleboro

These tips could help you retire with more than you need.

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Energy Shares

Are Santos shares a buy following its FY25 results?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one leading broker thinks of the energy giant.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie predicts 25% downside for this blue chip ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this popular stock.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs for compounding wealth until 2040

| James Mickleboro

Here's why these funds could be among the best to buy and hold for the long term.

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Growth Shares

How to spot quality ASX growth shares to hold for decades

| James Mickleboro

Looking to make buy and hold investments? Here's how I would do it.

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Share Gainers

Why Australian Clinical Labs, Coles, Kelsian, and Nanosonics shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Fortescue, G8 Education, Reece, and Web Travel shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs for passive income in September

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great options for investors seeking passive income.

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Dividend Investing

These buy-rated ASX dividend shares offer 6% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these shares could be buys for income investors.

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Share Market News

Guess which ASX 200 share was just downgraded by Macquarie

| James Mickleboro

The broker is calling time on this high-flying stock's impressive run.

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Broker Notes

This ASX 300 share could offer 20%+ upside and a 5% dividend yield

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer from this top stock according to Bell Potter.

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Broker Notes

Is now the time to buy these popular ASX 200 stocks?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts think these shares are good value following their results releases.

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Materials Shares

Forget Rio Tinto, this ASX mining stock could rise 80%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why one leading broker is tipping this miner to rocket.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should you buy Guzman Y Gomez shares after the selloff?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if one leading broker is recommending this burrito seller.

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Materials Shares

Are Pilbara Minerals shares a buy after the lithium giant's results?

| James Mickleboro

What are analysts saying about the lithium miner? Let's find out.

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Small Cap Shares

These small cap ASX shares could rise 10% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares good generate big returns for investors.

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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 local market today.

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Broker Notes

Top broker says this ASX 200 share can deliver a 15% return

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is feeling bullish about this stock. But why?

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How to invest

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

| James Mickleboro

These are the steps that I would take to build a life-changing portfolio.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX 200 stock is racing to 52-week high on solid FY25 results

| James Mickleboro

This result has gone down well with investors today.

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