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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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Bank Shares

Forget CBA shares, Ord Minnett says this ASX bank stock could rocket 50%+

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Let's see which bank stock could be a better buy.

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Broker Notes

Leading brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers believe that now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Share Gainers

Why Canyon Resources, Nufarm, Paladin Energy, and WiseTech shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week on a positive note. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Elders, James Hardie, Origin Energy, and SGH shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Dividend Investing

3 strong ASX dividend shares to buy in June

| James Mickleboro

Brokers rate these shares as buys for income investors.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Industrials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 share is down 8% on earnings miss

| James Mickleboro

Why are investors selling this stock? Let's dig deeper into things.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

WiseTech share price storms higher on $3.25b blockbuster acquisition

| James Mickleboro

What is the company spending billions on? Let's find out.

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Bank Shares

Westpac share price drops despite key AI appointment

| James Mickleboro

The banking giant is doubling down on its AI ambitions.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Origin Energy share price sinking 4% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why investors are hitting the sell button on Monday.

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Broker Notes

5 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy in June

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what brokers are recommending to investors for next month.

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Growth Shares

3 high-conviction ASX growth shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these stocks.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the benchmark index today.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 100%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting these shares to deliver big returns over the next 12 months.

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Travel Shares

$10,000 invested in Qantas shares 5 years ago is now worth

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what happened if you were brave and bought the Flying Kangaroo's shares in 2020.

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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 shares for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Looking to bolster your self-managed super fund? Then check out these buy-rated shares.

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 60

| James Mickleboro

Are you on track for a comfortable retirement? Let's find out.

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ETFs

7 excellent ASX ETFs to buy and hold until 2035

| James Mickleboro

When it comes to building long-term wealth, few strategies are as effective — or as simple — as buying high-quality…

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How to invest

How $500 a month in ASX shares could make you wealthy

| James Mickleboro

Investing consistently could be the key to becoming rich in the future. Here's how.

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Bank Shares

Why CBA shares could crash 40%+

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are calling time on this banking giant's incredible run.

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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 Gainers

Why ARB, Block, Mayne Pharma, and Paladin Energy shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong finish to the week. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Catalyst Metals, Duratec, Nufarm, and Rio Tinto shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX uranium stocks rocketing today?

| James Mickleboro

These shares are shining brightly on Friday. Let's find out why.

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Cheap Shares

Morgans names 2 cheap ASX 200 shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

The leading broker thinks these shares are being undervalued by the market.

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Broker Notes

After its strategy day, what does Macquarie think Wesfarmers shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about this blue chip.

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs for beginners to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investment journey? Check out these funds.

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Materials Shares

Rio Tinto share price tumbles on CEO bombshell news

| James Mickleboro

The mining giant is now looking for a new leader.

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Materials Shares

What's going on with the Fortescue share price today?

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant is making changes to its leadership.

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Bank Shares

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock is down 4% after posting a quarterly profit decline

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how this bank performed during the third quarter.

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Broker Notes

Where to invest $1,000 into ASX 200 shares in June

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is tipping these shares as buys. Let's find out why.

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Dividend Investing

Buy BHP, Telstra, and this ASX dividend share

| James Mickleboro

Brokers are tipping these shares as buys for income investors. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

A better session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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ETFs

Why Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF and these ASX ETFs could be strong buys

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these funds stand out.

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Broker Notes

3 amazing ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Brokers think these shares are in the buy zone. Let's see why they could be top buy and hold picks.

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Technology Shares

Why Goldman Sachs rates this ASX tech share as a top buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker rates this stock highly right now.

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Share Gainers

Why Catapult, Hutchinson, SKS, and West African shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session despite the market weakness.

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Share Fallers

Why Dexus, Mayne Pharma, Nufarm, and Treasury Wine shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Healthcare Shares

NIB shares have soared 24% this year. Does Macquarie expect this to continue?

| James Mickleboro

Will this private health insurer continue to deliver big returns? Let's find out.

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