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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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Earnings Results

BlueScope share price jumps 8% despite half-year profit crunch

| James Mickleboro

Profits are down but its dividends are up.

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Earnings Results

A2 Milk share price jumps 15% on first-ever dividend and guidance upgrade

| James Mickleboro

Investors have been impressed with this infant formula company's results.

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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

3 excellent ASX ETFs to invest $20,000 into this week

| James Mickleboro

These high-quality ETFs could be top options for wealth creation in the share market.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 5% to 8% yields

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

There's a lot happening on the market today. Here's what you need to know.

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Dividend Investing

How long would it take to turn $20,000 into $100,000 with ASX dividend stocks?

| James Mickleboro

It may not take as long as you think to generate wealth in the share market.

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be top buy and hold options

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be great long term picks for Aussie investors.

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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

$20,000 invested in these ASX 200 shares 10 years ago is now worth…

| James Mickleboro

Was it a good idea to put money into these shares back in 2015? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to deliver market-beating returns over the next 12 months.

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Bank Shares

Here's what Westpac says the RBA will do with interest rates next week

| James Mickleboro

Is relief coming at last for borrowers? Here's what the bank is predicting.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these income stocks would be great picks for investorss.

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Materials Shares

Do you own Rio Tinto shares? Here's your FY24 results preview

| James Mickleboro

How big will the Rio Tinto dividend be in FY 2024?

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Communication Shares

Own Telstra shares? Here's what to watch in next week's half-year results

| James Mickleboro

Here's what analysts are expecting from the telco giant during the first half.

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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 AMP, Civmec, Cochlear, and LGI shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why GQG, Imugene, Mirvac, and Temple & Webster shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

Own Pilbara Minerals shares? Here's what to watch in next week's update

| James Mickleboro

What will the lithium giant report next week? Let's find out.

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Materials Shares

Buying BHP shares? Here's your half year results preview

| James Mickleboro

The Big Australian is releasing its half year results next week. Here's what to expect.

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Earnings Results

2 ASX All Ords shares soaring on strong full year results

| James Mickleboro

These shares are making their shareholders smile on Friday. Let's find out why.

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Earnings Results

2 ASX 300 REITs charging higher on results day

| James Mickleboro

These property companies have released their latest results. Here's what they reported.

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Earnings Results

Cochlear share price sinks 10% on half-year result disappointment

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are hitting the sell button this morning.

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Blue Chip Shares

Is this beaten down $8.5b blue chip ASX stock a bargain buy?

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs has given its verdict on this blue chip. Here's what the broker is saying.

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Broker Notes

Leading broker upgrades Pro Medicus shares to buy rating

| James Mickleboro

Analysts at Bell Potter think this tech stock is a top buy right now.

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Retirement

2 of the best ASX shares to buy for a retirement portfolio

| James Mickleboro

These buy-rated shares could be top picks for a retirement portfolio. Let's see why analysts are bullish on them.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX dividend shares could be better than CBA

| James Mickleboro

Analysts see these top shares as great alternatives for income investors.

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How to invest

I would follow Warren Buffett's advice and buy high-quality ASX shares at fair prices

| James Mickleboro

Follow these steps and you could invest like the Oracle of Omaha.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

The Australian share market looks set to gift investors with a nice return on Valentine's Day.

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Broker Notes

3 reasons to buy Woolworths shares this month

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks that now is the time to buy this retail giant.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 high-quality ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy and hold in February

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting great returns from these buy-rated blue chips.

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Materials Shares

Pilbara Minerals shares charge higher on 'game-changer' news

| James Mickleboro

This lithium giant is catching the eye of investors on Thursday. But why?

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Share Market News

Everything you need to know about the latest CBA dividend

| James Mickleboro

Australia's largest bank has just declared its latest dividend. Here's what you need to know.

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Share Fallers

Why Graincorp, IAG, Pro Medicus, and Treasury Wine shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on Thursday. Let's find out why.

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Share Gainers

Why ASX, Domain, Ora Banda, and Temple & Webster's shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are catching the eye with strong gains on Thursday. Let's see what is happening.

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Earnings Results

South32 share price higher on 577% profit jump

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant's profits have surged during the first half.

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Earnings Results

Temple & Webster share price jumps 17% to record high on stunning half-year results

| James Mickleboro

It was another impressive six months for this high flying stock.

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Earnings Results

Pro Medicus share price storms higher on record-breaking results

| James Mickleboro

Investors are cheering on this tech company's latest results.

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Earnings Results

Treasury Wine share price sinks 7% on weak FY25 guidance

| James Mickleboro

The Penfolds owner has released its half year results. What did it report?

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Earnings Results

IAG share price crashes 8% despite first-half profit surge

| James Mickleboro

This insurance giant has delivered a big increase in profits for the first half. But investors aren't celebrating it.

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