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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

Where to invest $5,000 in ASX ETFs this week

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes the funds top picks for Aussie investors with money to put into the market.

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Broker Notes

Why these 3 ASX shares are top buys this week

| James Mickleboro

What are analysts recommending to clients this week?

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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 tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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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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ETFs

What $10,000 invested in the iShares S&P 500 IVV ETF could be in 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Would it be worth going long with this fund? Let's find out.

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How to invest

How to make a $1,000 monthly passive income from the share market

| James Mickleboro

Extra income would always be welcome. But how do you do it?

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ETFs

10 excellent ASX ETFs to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why it could be worth checking out these funds for your portfolio next year.

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How to invest

How to aim for $20,000 extra income while working full-time by investing in shares

| James Mickleboro

Turn spare salary into lifetime income with these steps.

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Growth Shares

2 stocks I like better than CBA for long-term growth

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these buy-rated shares could be better picks than Australia's largest bank.

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Broker Notes

Why this ASX 200 stock could deliver a 30% return

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

3 high-growth ASX ETFs that could lead the next bull market

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could shine in the next leg of the bull market.

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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 Fallers

Why Alkane, Beach Energy, EOS, and Northern Star shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in a disappointing fashion. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Elders, Netwealth, Orthocell, and Syrah shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week strongly. But why?

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Materials Shares

Why does Macquarie prefer Rio Tinto over BHP shares?

| James Mickleboro

These mining giants have come under the spotlight this week.

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Gold

Why is this ASX 300 gold stock sinking 10% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this share is ending the week in the red.

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Growth Shares

2 Australian growth stocks I'd buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have buy ratings on these shares. Let's see why.

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Share Market News

Macquarie tips ~100% upside for this ASX mining stock amid new Chinese export controls

| James Mickleboro

The broker believes that new Chinese export controls could put a rocket under this stock.

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Broker Notes

Morgans says investors should accumulate these ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

The broker has positive things to say about these shares.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue is a solid miner, but this ASX share offers more upside

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has given its verdict on these miners.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares perfect for patient investors

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for buy and hold investors.

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Energy Shares

Buy this ASX 200 uranium stock ahead of its Q1 update

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks that a buying opportunity has opened up for investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week on a high? Let's find out.

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How to invest

Could a small investor today match the historic returns of Warren Buffett?

| James Mickleboro

Is this an impossible task? Let's find out.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX shares that could turn $10,000 into $100,000

| James Mickleboro

These shares are backed by analysts to deliver strong growth for investors.

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ETFs

3 amazing ASX ETFs to buy and hold for two decades

| James Mickleboro

Building wealth over the long term could be made easy with these funds.

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Share Market News

After topping estimates in September, are Magellan shares now a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the investment bank is saying about this fund manager.

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Dividend Investing

Where to invest $10,000 in ASX dividend stocks in October

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income options? Here are three brokers are tipping as buys.

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Materials Shares

Bell Potter just put a buy rating on this rocketing ASX lithium share

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about this emerging lithium stock.

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Share Fallers

Why Elders, Larvotto, PYC, and Regis Resources shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are underperforming on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Brazilian Rare Earths, COG, Develop Global, and Guzman Y Gomez shares are storming higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. Let's find out why.

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Share Market News

Why are Liontown shares pushing higher today and should you invest?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the lithium miner has announced this morning.

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Broker Notes

Initiation: Bell Potter just put a buy rating on this ASX 200 blue chip share

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip has received a buy recommendation from the top broker.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why did Guzman Y Gomez shares just pop 26%?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what this burrito seller has announced today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX 200 stock is crashing 13% on big news

| James Mickleboro

This stock is being sold off on Thursday. But why?

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Dividend Investing

Don't settle for low interest rates, buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are top picks for income investors.

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Growth Shares

Here are the 3 Australian stocks I'd tell a new investor to buy ASAP

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these picks could be quality options for beginner investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today after a sold night in the US.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these top ASX passive income stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be good picks for an income boost.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs to buy to build significant long-term wealth

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why these funds could be long term wealth generators.

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