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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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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the local market today.

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Cheap Shares

Why these ASX 200 shares could be dirt cheap

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks there's a lot of value on offer with these buy-rated shares.

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Industrials Shares

Broker says these ASX defence stocks are investment weapons

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks these shares are going places thanks to structural trends.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy for passive income

| James Mickleboro

These five funds could be used by investors to generate income.

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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 Gainers

Why Benz Mining, Boss Energy, Develop Global, and Digico shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a good time on hump day. Let's find out why.

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Share Fallers

Why AUB, Aurelia Metals, DroneShield, and Elevra Lithium shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Bank Shares

Big news is making Bank of Queensland shares fall today

| James Mickleboro

There has been some big news out of this bank today.

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Energy Shares

Why is this ASX 200 uranium stock jumping 11% today?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is getting investors excited today.

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Energy Shares

Woodside shares storm higher on record production

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the energy giant reported for the fourth quarter and the whole of FY 2025.

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Dividend Investing

Why analysts are recommending these ASX dividend stocks to their clients

| James Mickleboro

Looking for income options? Analysts think these are the ones to buy.

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Broker Notes

Broker names 3 ASX real estate stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is feeling bullish about these shares. Let's find out why.

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Technology Shares

Why the DroneShield share price could be undervalued

| James Mickleboro

One leading broker has good things to say about this high-flying stock.

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ETFs

3 Australian ETFS to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great long-term picks for Aussie investors.

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Speculative

Is this ASX defence stock the next DroneShield? Broker tips 120% upside

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter thinks this speculative stock could more than double in value.

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ETFs

Why these ASX ETFs could be perfect to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Some funds standout as quality long-term options. Here are three.

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Dividend Investing

The best ASX dividend shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has picked out two top shares for income investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be another good session for Aussie investors today.

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Growth Shares

Top Australian shares to buy with $7,000 in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these top stocks are great options for Aussie investors. Let's see what makes them stand out.

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Blue Chip Shares

These ASX 200 shares could be no-brainer buys

| James Mickleboro

Brokers see upside of 18% to 34% for these top stocks.

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Blue Chip Shares

The ASX blue chip shares I'd happily build a portfolio around

| James Mickleboro

These shares have the types of qualities that you want from long-term investments.

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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 buy these shares.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares the broker is recommending as buys right now.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, Life360, Nova Minerals, and Santana shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why Dateline, EOS, Karoon Energy, and Pro Medicus shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Down 10% today: Should you buy Life360 shares?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter sees major upside for this tech stock after its recent update.

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Industrials Shares

This ASX defence stock is racing higher on sales surge

| James Mickleboro

The cash is rolling in for this defence company.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares rise on big copper news

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant is looking beyond iron ore and in the direction of copper.

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Technology Shares

DroneShield shares fall after reporting revenue of $216m

| James Mickleboro

This counter drone technology company reported huge revenue growth in FY 2025.

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Growth Shares

3 unstoppable ASX 200 shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

These shares have smashed the market and look well-placed to continue this trend.

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Dividend Investing

BHP and 4 strong ASX dividend shares for Aussie income investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be top picks for investors searching for income.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: CSL, CBA, and Rio Tinto shares

| James Mickleboro

A leading broker has given its verdict on these blue chips.

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ETFs

Where to invest $10,000 in ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great options for investors looking to invest in the best stocks in the…

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a good start to the week for Aussie investors.

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ETFs

Why ASX ETFs are a good place to start for beginner investors

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why this style of investing could be suitable for beginners.

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Growth Shares

Why these ASX growth stocks could be much bigger in 5 years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which growth stocks analysts believe are buys at current prices.

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Broker Notes

One ASX 200 giant to buy, one to hold, and one to sell

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdict on these blue chips.

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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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Growth Shares

The best Australian shares to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these could be among the best Australian shares to buy now.

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Retirement

3 of the best ASX retirement shares to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's find out why these shares could be top picks for retirees.

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