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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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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Broker watch: Are Woolworths shares a buy?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think this supermarket giant would be a good pick for investors? Let's find out.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Rio Tinto and these ASX dividend shares in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect good yields from these buy-rated shares.

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ETFs

5 excellent ASX ETFs to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Here are five funds that could be top picks for Aussie investors this month.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market finish the week on a high? Let's find out.

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Dividend Investing

Beat falling interest rates with these growing ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors now interest rates are falling.

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ETFs

Should you invest $3,000 into these top ASX ETFs this month?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to buy these funds? Let's find out.

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Financial Shares

Guess which ASX 200 bank stock just crashed 19% on shock news

| James Mickleboro

Investors have been hitting the sell button in a panic this afternoon.

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Growth Shares

What I'd buy with $2,000 on the ASX right now

| James Mickleboro

Here are three options for investors to look at this month.

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Share Gainers

Why Cedar Woods, Healius, NextDC, and Platinum shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rising on Thursday. But why are investors buying them? Let's find out.

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Share Fallers

Why Brainchip, DroneShield, Resolute Mining, and Woodside shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Financial Shares

This ASX 300 stock is jumping on surprise merger news

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be having a very big makeover.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords stock is rocketing 58% on big US news

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investors excited today? Let's find out.

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Bank Shares

Why did CBA shares jump over 10% in April?

| James Mickleboro

It was a great month for owners of this banking giant's shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Woolworths shares storm higher on strong Q3 update

| James Mickleboro

The supermarket giant outperformed expectations during the quarter.

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Share Gainers

These were the best-performing ASX 200 shares in April

| James Mickleboro

These shares were in fine form in April. Let's see why they outperformed.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend stocks in May

| James Mickleboro

Interest rates could be heading lower so consider these shares that analysts rate as buys instead.

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Dividend Investing

Analysts rate these top ASX dividend shares as buys this month

| James Mickleboro

Income investors might want to check out these buy-rated shares.

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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 Australian share market today.

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ETFs

AI, cybersecurity, and defence: 3 megatrend ASX ETFs to watch now

| James Mickleboro

Want to invest in some of the most exciting megatrends? Check out these funds.

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Broker Notes

Invest $500 in these top ASX shares in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be in the buy zone for the month ahead.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 excellent ASX shares I would buy and hold for the next 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these quality companies could be in the buy zone right now.

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Dividend Investing

Want $5,000 a year in ASX dividends? Here's how to build towards it

| James Mickleboro

Here are three steps to take if you want to generate an income from the share market.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 30% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what analysts are saying about these buy-rated shares.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock could rocket 45%

| James Mickleboro

Big returns could be on offer from this stock. Let's see what Bell Potter is saying.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that could be strong buys in May

| James Mickleboro

Looking for some investment ideas? Here are three to consider in May.

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Blue Chip Shares

The ultimate blue chip portfolio: 3 ASX 200 stocks to anchor your investments

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investment journey? Here are three stocks that Goldman Sachs rates very highly.

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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 Appen, Bank of Queensland, Novonix, and Ora Banda shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Cedar Woods, Orthocell, PEXA, and St Barbara shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good session on hump day. But why?

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Growth Shares

3 founder-led ASX 200 shares with serious long-term upside

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what makes these shares top picks according to analysts.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

If I could only own 1 ASX retailer for the next 5 years it would be this one

| James Mickleboro

This stock could be a great long term pick according to one leading broker.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend stocks perfect for passive income portfolios

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these income stocks. Let's see what they are recommending.

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ETFs

3 reasons why Vaneck Global Defence ETF could beat the ASX 200 over the next year

| James Mickleboro

Let's take a look at why this fund could be a top pick for investors.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Coles share price drops on Q3 update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how the supermarket giant performed during the three months.

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Small Cap Shares

Is this the best small cap stock on the ASX right now?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is very bullish on this small cap. Let's find out why.

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How to invest

How to turn $100 a week into $500,000 with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

You don't need to invest large sums to become rich in the share market.

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Dividend Investing

Why BHP and these ASX dividend shares are buys

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be top buys for income investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Another good session is expected for Aussie investors today.

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Growth Shares

Where to invest $5,000 in ASX 200 shares in May

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think that these shares could be top picks for Aussie investors next month.

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How to invest

How to turn a $50,000 ASX share portfolio into a passive income machine

| James Mickleboro

Here's how you could make the share market your own personal ATM.

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