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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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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 tech stock is crashing 14% on results day

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is having a rough time today. But why?

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Earnings Results

ANZ share price falls on half-year results

| James Mickleboro

How did the bank perform during the first half? Let's find out.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy now with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

Investors with money to invest might want to check out these shares that analysts rate as buys.

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Broker Notes

Leading broker puts buy rating on Zip shares

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer for investors according to its analysts.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these income options would be top picks for investors.

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How to invest

How to build a $100k ASX share portfolio with just $250 a month

| James Mickleboro

This is the easy way to build a sizeable investment portfolio without breaking the bank.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

A positive session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what is happening.

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How to invest

Want $1,000 a month in passive income? Here's how to get there with ASX dividends

| James Mickleboro

The share market is a great place to earn additional income without lifting a finger.

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $2,500 into ASX 200 shares today

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top buys for investors with money to invest.

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie expect from Aristocrat Leisure shares when it reports on 14 May?

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is expecting from this gaming technology company next week.

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Bank Shares

Here's the Westpac dividend forecast through to 2027

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are forecasting for the banking giant.

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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 Fallers

Why Aurizon, JB Hi-FI, Nuix, and Platinum shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are falling on hump day. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Firefly, Kelsian, NAB, and Zip shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. Let's find out why.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX 200 tech stock is crashing 25% following an update

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is being sold off on Wednesday. But why?

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ETFs

5 fantastic ASX ETFs to buy for easy investing

| James Mickleboro

Looking for an easy way to invest? Here are five funds to consider buying.

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BNPL shares

Why is the Zip share price dropping today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this buy now pay later provider performed in April.

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Bank Shares

NAB share price jumps on solid half year results

| James Mickleboro

Investors have responded positively to the bank's results.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend stocks to buy for juicy 5% to 8% yields

| James Mickleboro

These shares are being named as buys for income investors by brokers.

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Dividend Investing

3 growing ASX dividend shares to buy and hold

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling positive about these shares. Let's see what they are forecasting for them.

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Broker Notes

Goldman Sachs says these ASX 200 stocks are strong buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling very bullish about these stocks. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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How to invest

What could $10,000 invested in ASX shares become in 10 years?

| James Mickleboro

Let's run the numbers and see what is possible.

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Growth Shares

3 excellent ASX shares to buy for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for SMSF investors. Let's find out why.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy for passive income in May

| James Mickleboro

Don't like stock picking but want passive income? Here are three funds that could help you.

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How to invest

My checklist when reviewing potential ASX200 investments

| James Mickleboro

Here's what helps me decide which shares to buy.

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Share Fallers

Why HMC Capital, Platinum, Sigma, and Skycity shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Dimerix, Evolution Mining, Inghams, and NextDC shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising when many are falling today. But why?

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Bank Shares

After its result, what does Macquarie think Westpac shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about Australia's oldest bank.

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Technology Shares

Why are WiseTech shares sinking 6% today?

| James Mickleboro

What's going on? Let's find out what is happening with this tech stock today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 300 stock is down 9% on guidance downgrade

| James Mickleboro

Investors are rushing to the exits today. But why? Let's find out.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX growth shares to supercharge your portfolio

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be in the buy zone for growth investors right now.

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ETFs

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

| James Mickleboro

This is the easy way to build wealth. Let's see how it works.

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Small Cap Shares

3 of the best small cap ASX stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these shares are among the best to buy at the small end of town.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Woolworths and these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping the supermarket giant and these shares as buys. But why?

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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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Dividend Investing

This ASX 200 stock is planning to pay a 25% dividend yield this month

| James Mickleboro

This stock is rewarding its shareholders handsomely. Here's what is happening.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX 200 blue chips to compound your way to riches

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these blue chips would be top picks for buy and hold investors.

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How to invest

Risk management: why rebalancing your portfolio is the ultimate tool

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how rebalancing a portfolio can help protect it.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in May

| James Mickleboro

These stocks could be best buys this month according to the broker.

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