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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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Growth Shares

The ultimate ASX growth shares to buy with $2,000 in March

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be among the best of the best for growth investors.

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Materials Shares

After a 5% price drop on its 2024 results, should I buy shares in this ASX 200 heavyweight?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to put money into this giant's shares? Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Why Brainchip, Lottery Corp, Qantas, and Transurban shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market selloff on Tuesday. Let's find out why.

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Share Fallers

Why Healthco, Life360, Mineral Resources, and Origin Energy shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

2 of the very best ASX 200 mining stocks to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks these mining giant's could generate big returns over the next 12 months.

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Bank Shares

The Westpac share price was crushed in February: Should you buy the dip?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think that February's weakness is a buying opportunity? Let's find out.

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How to invest

I would follow Warren Buffett's advice and buy ASX shares after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

These buy-rated shares could be the type that Warren Buffett would buy during a selloff.

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Dividend Investing

Want to be paid the next BHP dividend? Read this asap!

| James Mickleboro

It won't be long until BHP pays its next dividend. Here's how to receive it.

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Technology Shares

2 top ASX stocks to buy after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are buys. Let's see what they could be top picks after the market selloff.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX 200 dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect these buy-rated shares to offer better yields than term deposits.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 5% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

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

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Blue Chip Shares

Buy this ASX 100 stock with an 'undemanding valuation'

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is feeling bullish about this blue chip. Let's find out why.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs to buy for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income? Here are three ETFs to consider buying.

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Cheap Shares

These cheap ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 35%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these beaten down shares.

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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 share market today.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 strong ASX 200 blue chip shares for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why analysts are tipping these shares as a buy.

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Broker Notes

Morgans rates these ASX shares as buys in March

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks now could be the time to snap up these shares.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and this ASX 200 dividend share in March

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks that these shares could be top picks for income investors this month.

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Gold

Goldman Sachs says this ASX 200 gold stock is cheap and can rise 27%

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner could be a top pick for investors wanting exposure to this side of the market.

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Share Gainers

Why Alpha HPA, Harvey Norman, Pro Medicus, and Synlait Milk shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Aurizon, Brainchip, Clarity, and Domino's shares tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Monday. What's going on?

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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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Dividend Investing

Act fast if you want to receive the next Rio Tinto dividend

| James Mickleboro

Here's everything you need to know about the miner's upcoming dividend.

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Growth Shares

The smartest ASX growth stocks to buy with $2,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be smart buys for growth investors.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why the Guzman Y Gomez share price was smashed like avocado in February

| James Mickleboro

The sour cream tasted extra sour for shareholders last month.

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Blue Chip Shares

Why this ASX 200 stock could be one of the best to buy in the Asia-Pacific

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is speaking very highly about this high-quality stock.

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Technology Shares

Broker says this world class ASX 200 tech stock can rise 20%

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock could be heading higher from here according to analysts.

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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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ETFs

5 high-quality ASX ETFs to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be top picks for Aussie investors in March. Let's see why.

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Dividend Investing

3 of the best ASX dividends stocks to buy in March

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these income options.

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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 good start to the week for Aussie investors.

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Share Fallers

These were the worst-performing ASX 200 shares in February 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares were sold off last month. Let's see what happened to them.

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ETFs

Buy and hold these world class ASX ETFs for 5 years

| James Mickleboro

Here's why it could pay to hold onto these funds for the next five years.

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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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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX 200 shares in February 2025

| James Mickleboro

These shares on form in February. But why? Let's see what happened.

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Growth Shares

Top Australian shares to buy now for long-term growth

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated shares could be well-positioned for long term growth.

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How to invest

$10,000 invested in Pilbara Minerals shares 10 years ago is now worth…

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to sink your hard-earned money into this lithium miner back in 2015?

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Broker Notes

Where to invest $10,000 into ASX shares in March

| James Mickleboro

Morgans has given these shares the thumbs up. Here's why the broker is bullish.

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Superannuation

How much superannuation do you really need in retirement?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if you really need $1 million for a comfortable retirement.

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Share Gainers

Why Harvey Norman, Life360, PEXA, and TPG shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoid the market selloff on Friday. But why?

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