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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

Does Macquarie rate WiseTech Global shares a buy, hold or sell today?

| James Mickleboro

The broker has given its verdict on this tech star.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 25% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are tipping these shares to deliver outsized returns for investors.

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ETFs

Where to invest $20,000 in ASX ETFs in September

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be a good destination for your hard-earned money.

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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 turn $100 into $1,000 by investing

| James Mickleboro

This is the way to turn your hard-earned money into considerably more.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What's Macquarie's upgraded price target on Wesfarmers shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about the Bunnings owner.

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How to invest

How much will I have if I invest $1,000 a month in ASX shares for 30 years?

| James Mickleboro

Let's do the calculations and find out.

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How to invest

Don't have enough for retirement? Here's how you could target a $26,000 second income

| James Mickleboro

This strategy could help you retire with more cash flow.

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ETFs

3 excellent ASX ETFs for beginners in September

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be worth a look if you're planning your first investments and don't know where to put your…

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Broker Notes

Should you buy Telstra and these very popular shares?

| James Mickleboro

The team at Morgans has given its verdict on these stocks this week.

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How to invest

How to build a million-dollar ASX share portfolio in 25 years

| James Mickleboro

Here's a five step plan to grow a million-dollar portfolio.

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Healthcare Shares

Down 53%! Bell Potter says this beaten down ASX 200 stock is a buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker sees recent weakness as a buying opportunity for investors.

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Superannuation

Here's the average superannuation balance at age 65

| James Mickleboro

How do you compare to the average? Let's run the numbers.

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Broker Notes

Why it's time to buy Domino's, Flight Centre, and WiseTech shares

| James Mickleboro

A top broker has just declared these shares as buys.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 no-brainer Australian stocks to buy with $7,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are among the best of the best.

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ETFs

How to build a diversified ASX share portfolio with just 3 ETFs

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be a great way to build a strong portfolio with minimal effort.

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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 Lynas, Mesoblast, PEXA, and Sayona Mining shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Austal, Boss Energy, Harvey Norman, and NextDC shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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AI Stocks

Guess which ASX 200 AI stock is rocketing 18% on results

| James Mickleboro

The AI boom is helping drive strong growth for this stock.

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Dividend Investing

Forget the big four banks and buy these ASX dividend stocks for income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have put buy ratings on these shares for a reason.

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Broker Notes

These top ASX shares could rise 20%+

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie is tipping these shares to deliver market-beating gains.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Coles and this top ASX dividend share

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be buying the shares.

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Broker Notes

Are Sigma Healthcare shares in danger of crashing?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what one leading broker is saying about this high-flyer.

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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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Materials Shares

Does Macquarie rate Rio Tinto shares a buy, hold or sell after its big news?

| James Mickleboro

There has been some big news out of the miner this week.

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Growth Shares

The best ASX growth shares to hold for the next decade

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be destined for big things.

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Share Fallers

Why Bank of Queensland, Core Lithium, Ramsay, and Telix shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being hit hard by investors on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Dicker Data, Eagers Automotive, IDP, and Qantas shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye with strong gains on Thursday. But why?

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to build a globally diversified portfolio

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors access to some of the best stocks in the world.

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Financial Shares

Forget CBA shares, this ASX 200 financials stock could be a better buy

| James Mickleboro

Macquarie is feeling bullish about this stock. Let's find out why.

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Broker Notes

Are Woolworths shares dirt cheap after crashing 15%?

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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