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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

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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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Own Wesfarmers shares? Here's what to watch in next week's earnings update

| James Mickleboro

What is the market expecting from the Bunnings and Kmart owner?

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Dividend Investing

These top ASX dividend shares could rise 15% to 30%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect big things from these dividend payers this year.

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Materials Shares

Own BHP shares? Here's some big news

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the Big Australian has announced to the market.

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ETFs

5 ASX ETFs to buy with $5,000 today

| James Mickleboro

Here are five excellent options for Aussie investors to consider this week.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for a passive income boost

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are bullish on these names. Let's see what they are saying about them.

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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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Dividend Investing

5%+ dividend yield: 2 ASX income shares to buy in February

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about these income options.

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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 AGL, Bravura, Computershare, and Evolution Mining shares are roaring higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why Amotiv, Dexus Industria, St Barbara, and Wildcat shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Gold

This ASX small cap gold stock is rocketing 142% on new discovery

| James Mickleboro

This gold explorer sees potential for a substantial resource.

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Earnings Results

Guess which ASX All Ords stock just jumped 20%

| James Mickleboro

Why are investors buying this tech stock on Wednesday? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

CBA shares drop despite strong first-half profit result and dividend boost

| James Mickleboro

Investors appear to have been wanting an even stronger result from Australia's largest bank.

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Earnings Results

Evolution Mining share price storms higher on record-breaking result

| James Mickleboro

This gold miner was in fine form during the first half. Here's what it reported.

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Earnings Results

2 ASX 300 REITs reporting strong first-half profit growth

| James Mickleboro

What did these property companies report this morning? Let's find out.

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Earnings Results

Suncorp share price jumps on strong result and $4.1b return to shareholders

| James Mickleboro

This insurance giant is returning significant funds to shareholders after the sale of its banking operations.

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Healthcare Shares

What are brokers saying about CSL shares after the selloff?

| James Mickleboro

The biotech giant's shares hit a 52-week low yesterday. Is this a buying opportunity?

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Earnings Results

CBA share price on watch after half-year profit beat

| James Mickleboro

Australia's largest bank has delivered a strong result this morning. Here's what it reported.

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Retirement

I would invest $500 a month into ASX shares to retire rich

| James Mickleboro

These are the steps I would take to try and retire with more money than I could need.

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Dividend Investing

Buy Telstra and these high-quality ASX dividend stocks

| James Mickleboro

Here are three dividend stocks that analysts are tipping as buys.

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Broker Notes

Beginner investors: 3 top Australian shares to buy for 2025

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are buys and offer plenty of upside.

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