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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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ETFs

3 top ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be worth holding onto for the long term.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX 200 shares to buy in February

| James Mickleboro

The broker believes these shares could generate big returns for investors.

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Share Fallers

Why Block, Canyon, Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, and Mesoblast shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a tough time on hump day. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

Why BWP, Insignia, Nufarm, and Pinnacle shares are charging higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Market News

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

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip is releasing its eagerly anticipated results next week. Here's what to expect.

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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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Earnings Results

2 ASX 300 real estate shares charging higher on half-year results

| James Mickleboro

Did these shares deliver strong results? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

5 ASX 200 stocks that could negatively surprise during earnings season

| James Mickleboro

Warning bells are ringing for analysts at Goldman Sachs this earnings season.

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Materials Shares

Fortescue shares charge higher on Red Hawk takeover boost

| James Mickleboro

This mining giant is moving closer to getting a takeover deal over the line.

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Earnings Results

ASX 200 share jumps to record high after half-year profit rockets 151%

| James Mickleboro

Investors have responded very positively to this company's strong half year results.

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Broker Notes

Guess which ASX 200 stock Bell Potter just upgraded

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is feeling bullish about this stock.

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Dividend Investing

With an average 6% dividend yield, here are 2 ASX dividend shares to consider for a passive income of $600

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated shares would be good options for passive income.

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Cheap Shares

Is this the last chance to grab these cheap ASX shares at a discount?

| James Mickleboro

These buy-rated shares may not be cheap for long according to analysts.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for a second income

| James Mickleboro

These stocks could be top options for income investors according to analysts.

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Energy Shares

Got $3,000? 3 energy ASX energy shares to buy and hold forever

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares would be great options for investors looking for exposure to the energy sector.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

A decent session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what to expect.

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How to invest

How to build a world-class ASX share portfolio in 2025

| James Mickleboro

Here's how I would go about building a winning portfolio this year (and every other year).

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Materials Shares

Why are Pilbara Minerals shares storming higher today?

| James Mickleboro

This lithium giant has made an announcement. Let's dig deeper into things.

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Share Market News

Why Audinate, Lynas, Nine, and Xref shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are heading lower as the market climbs on Tuesday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Appen, Nufarm, Pro Medicus, and WA1 shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

3 ASX All Ords mining shares surging on big news

| James Mickleboro

These mining shares are having a good session. But why?

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Technology Shares

Pro Medicus shares jump to record high on big news

| James Mickleboro

This high-flying stock keeps breaking records. Here's what is happening today.

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Bank Shares

Westpac shares higher after nabbing CBA executive

| James Mickleboro

Australia's oldest bank has made a key appointment to its executive team.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Guess which $8 billion ASX 200 stock just failed with a takeover bid

| James Mickleboro

It has been an embarrassing outcome for the blue chip stock.

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Broker Notes

2 Australian stocks to buy with $5,000 after the market selloff

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares to deliver big returns for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say these ASX 300 dividend stocks are buys

| James Mickleboro

Here's what analysts are saying about these income options.

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Growth Shares

Buy Xero and this ASX 200 growth share in February

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these growing companies.

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ETFs

4 excellent ASX ETFs to buy with $4,000 for 2025

| James Mickleboro

Here are a few options for Aussie investors to choose from on the Australian share market.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend shares for 6%+ yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares could be top picks for income investors this week.

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Blue Chip Shares

2 high-quality ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy with $2,000 in February

| James Mickleboro

These shares are highly rated by analysts at Bell Potter. But why?

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

A better day is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what is happening.

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How to invest

I'd use Warren Buffett's methods to get rich and retire early with ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Following the Oracle of Omaha's lead could be the ticket to retiring rich.

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Technology Shares

Should you buy WiseTech shares before earnings season?

| James Mickleboro

Is this tech star a buy? Let's see what analysts are saying about it.

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Share Gainers

Why Catalyst Metals, Hansen, Lynas, and Selfwealth shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are avoiding the market selloff on Monday. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Magellan, Resolute Mining, and Westgold shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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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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Gold

This ASX gold stock is sinking 8% on shock CEO exit

| James Mickleboro

What's going on at this gold miner? Let's dig deeper into things.

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Materials Shares

Forget Fortescue, Bell Potter says this ASX 200 mining stock could rise 75%

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter says this mining share could deliver big returns in 2025.

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Earnings Results

7 ASX 200 stocks that could positively surprise during earnings season

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs is tipping these shares to surprise to the upside during earnings season.

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Healthcare Shares

Down 4%, is the ResMed share price in the buy zone?

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think investors should be buying the dip? Let's see what they are saying.

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