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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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Materials Shares

South32 shares higher on solid half year update

| James Mickleboro

The market has responded positively to the miner's update. Let's dig deeper into it.

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Share Gainers

Why Canyon Resources, Ioneer, Iress, and Predictive Discovery shares are pushing higher

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Australian Ethical, PYC, Resolute, and Star shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Which ASX 200 tech stock is surging today on big news?

| James Mickleboro

Investors are cheering on this news. Let's see what the company announced this morning.

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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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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX lithium stock is jumping 29% on $1.6b funding boost

| James Mickleboro

Big news is getting investors excited on Monday. Let's dig deeper into what is happening.

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Dividend Investing

Invest $10,000 in 2 ASX shares, create $1,500 in passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated shares will generate big dividend income for investors.

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ETFs

Buy and hold these ASX ETFs for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Here are some quality buy and hold options for investors to consider loading up on now.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX uranium stock could rocket over 100%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this is a high risk, high reward option for investors.

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Gold

Why this ASX gold stock could surge 30%

| James Mickleboro

Golden returns could be on offer from this miner according to one leading broker.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 6% to 7% yields

| James Mickleboro

The team at Morgans is feeling bullish about these income options.

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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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Dividend Investing

2 blue chip ASX 200 dividend stocks to buy in January

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these buy-rated blue chips.

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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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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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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 65%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to deliver big returns in 2025.

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Dividend Investing

Buy BHP and these excellent ASX 200 dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these top income options in 2025.

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ETFs

Invest $10,000 into these ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great picks for Aussie investors with money to put into the market.

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How to invest

Here's how an ASX beginner investor could get going in 2025 with a spare $500!

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how investors can grow their wealth starting with just a $500 investment.

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Dividend Investing

The smartest ASX dividend shares to buy with $1,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these shares. Here's why they could be buys.

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Growth Shares

The ultimate ASX growth stock to buy with $1,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this high-quality company is a top buy.

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Dividend Investing

1 magnificent Australian dividend stock down 30% to hold for years to come

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is forecasting a growing stream of dividends from this buy-rated stock.

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Materials Shares

1 bright Australian stock that looks set to surge in 2025 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter believes the doom and gloom is over for this stock. Let's dig deeper into things.

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Share Gainers

Why Insignia, Lovisa, Megaport, and Telix shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a positive note. Let's find out why.

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Share Fallers

Why 4DS, Lynas, REA Group, and Rio Tinto shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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Defensive Shares

Cautious investors: 2 safer ASX shares to consider for wealth building

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be top picks for investors this month. Let's find out why.

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is jumping to record high on big European news

| James Mickleboro

What is getting investor excited on Friday? Let's see what is happening.

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Technology Shares

Why is this ASX All Ords stock crashing 10% on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

This share is having a tough time. What's going on?

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AI Stocks

Buy this ASX AI stock with a 'compelling' valuation

| James Mickleboro

Here's why Goldman Sachs thinks this stock could be a top buy this month.

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Materials Shares

Should you buy Rio Tinto shares after the miner's update?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see how one leading broker has responded to the miner's update.

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Dividend Investing

3 growing ASX dividend stocks to buy in January

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be snapping up these shares while they can.

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Healthcare Shares

Goldman Sachs tips ResMed shares to rocket 30% to a record high

| James Mickleboro

The broker is feeling very bullish about the sleep disorder treatment company.

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Healthcare Shares

Why CSL shares could be dirt cheap in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs sees a lot of value in this blue chip stock.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these top ASX dividend shares for 4% to 6% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling bullish about these shares. Let's see what they are saying.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

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

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs to buy for 2025 and beyond

| James Mickleboro

Here are three funds to consider adding to your portfolio this year.

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Materials Shares

BHP share price higher on US$2b acquisition to support artificial intelligence market

| James Mickleboro

BHP is ready to step up and help support the booming AI megatrend.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why this $1.3 billion ASX 200 stock is surging 6% today

| James Mickleboro

A 'rare find' has been appointed by this company. Let's find out more.

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Share Gainers

Why Arafura, Genesis Minerals, Life360, and Premier Investments shares are shooting higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are climbing more than most on Thursday. But why?

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