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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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Dividend Investing

Forget CBA and buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these picks would be better than the banking giant.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market have a positive start to the week? Let's find out.

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ETFs

The best ASX ETFs to buy and hold with $20,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what sets these funds apart from the rest.

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Growth Shares

The ultimate Australian stocks to buy and hold for 10+ years

| James Mickleboro

These shares could be ultimate buys according to analysts.

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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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Blue Chip Shares

Buy these fantastic ASX 200 blue chips with $10,000

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these top stocks are buys right now.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 25% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are top buys and could rise materially.

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ETFs

3 top ASX ETFs that could be perfect for beginners

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be good picks if you're starting your investment journey.

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AI Stocks

Millionaire plan: Why this AI stock could lead the next bull market

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think this stock could be destined for big things thanks to the AI boom.

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How to invest

Buy 3,401 BHP shares for $5,000 of passive income

| James Mickleboro

Want a big income boost? Here's how to do it with this mining giant's shares.

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Bank Shares

Here's when Westpac says the RBA will now cut interest rates

| James Mickleboro

The RBA surprised everyone by keeping rates on hold last week. So, when will the next cut happen?

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares to buy with $7,000 and hold for a decade

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts think these shares would be great additions to an income portfolio.

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Retirement

How to retire early using ASX shares (even when starting late)

| James Mickleboro

It's never too late to start investing.

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ETFs

How $1,000 a month in this ASX ETF could turn into $500,000

| James Mickleboro

This could be a simple way to build serious wealth in the share market.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this growing ASX 200 stock can rise over 40%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on the cards for buyers of this stock.

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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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ETFs

5 excellent ASX ETFs to buy with $2,500 today

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be worth a closer look.

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Share Gainers

Why IGO, Johns Lyng, Lynas, and Web Travel shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Imricor, Ora Banda, Ventia, and Vulcan shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

How much upside does Macquarie forecast for Pilbara Minerals shares?

| James Mickleboro

Is the broker bullish or bearish on this lithium giant? Let's find out.

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Energy Shares

Macquarie tips 23% upside for this ASX All Ords mining stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker thinks this stock could be a top buy.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which ASX 300 stock is rocketing 23% on $1.1b takeover deal

| James Mickleboro

This stock has accepted a takeover offer but it is a deep discount to its 52-week high.

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Dividend Investing

2 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about these income options.

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Dividend Investing

2 cheap ASX dividend stocks to buy before it's too late

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are cheap buys. Let's see what they are saying about them.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

The Australian share market looks set to end the week on a positive note.

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How to invest

The $1,000-a-month ASX share investing plan for beginners

| James Mickleboro

This is an easy way to grow your wealth over the long term.

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ETFs

Top ASX ETFs to supercharge your portfolio in FY26

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what could make these funds top picks for Aussie investors in the new financial year.

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Technology Shares

Here are 2 exciting ASX shares rated as buys

| James Mickleboro

These shares are highly rated by brokers. Let's find out why.

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Broker Notes

Why are Platinum shares rocketing 13% today?

| James Mickleboro

This fund manager is getting a lot of love from investors today. Let's find out why.

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Share Gainers

Why Evolution Mining, Orthocell, Platinum, and Turaco shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day that most on Thursday.

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Share Fallers

Why CSL, Imricor, Jumbo, and Netwealth shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Morgans says these ASX stocks can rise 30% to ~50%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares could generate big returns for investors.

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Broker Notes

Does Macquarie rate Fortescue shares a buy, hold or sell?

| James Mickleboro

The broker has given its verdict on this popular mining stock.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords stock is jumping on big US news

| James Mickleboro

This small cap is catching the eye on Thursday. But why?

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Growth Shares

Macquarie says these ASX 200 growth shares can rise 20% to 35%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about these growing companies.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for passive income

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Is this the decade of the data centre? One ASX 200 stock that could benefit

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why one leading broker thinks this stock could be destined for big things.

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How to invest

The easy way to invest like Warren Buffett with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

It isn't as hard as you think to invest like the Oracle of Omaha.

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ETFs

3 ASX tech ETFs with serious upside potential

| James Mickleboro

Let's take a closer look at these exciting funds.

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How to invest

How to build wealth on the ASX with just $100 a week

| James Mickleboro

You don't need big sums of money to build wealth on the Australian share market.

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