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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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Energy Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX uranium stocks to buy now

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The broker has given its verdict on these three stocks

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 2 ASX shares to buy and 1 to hold

| James Mickleboro

Which ones are buys and which one is a hold? Here's what you need to know.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs that could be perfect for beginner investors in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investing journey this year? Here are three funds to consider.

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Share Fallers

Why 4DMedical, Amaero, Clarity Pharmaceuticals, and Treasury Wine shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a poor session. What's going on?

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Share Gainers

Why BHP, BlueScope, Catalyst Metals, and Ryman shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday. What's going on?

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Morgans gives its verdict on 3 ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Here's what the broker is saying about these shares.

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Technology Shares

Up 700% in 12 months! Why this ASX tech stock just raised $150m

| James Mickleboro

This high-flying stock is raising funds. But why?

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Gold

This ASX 200 gold share is racing 5% higher on record quarter

| James Mickleboro

It was a golden quarter for this miner. Here's what it reported.

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How to invest

DIY investors: How to build a stable income portfolio starting with $50,000

| James Mickleboro

This is how I would build an income portfolio in 2026 for the long term.

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Materials Shares

Should you buy Mineral Resources shares for lithium exposure?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has good things to say about the miner.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this beaten down ASX 200 stock is a buy

| James Mickleboro

This blue chip could be worth looking at following recent weakness.

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Dividend Investing

Why Telstra and these ASX dividend shares could be top buys

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are buys for income investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

Another positive session is expected for Aussie investors today. Here's what to look out for.

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Materials Shares

Are PLS shares a buy, hold, or sell?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is saying about this lithium giant.

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ETFs

Why the IVV ETF and these funds could be top buys in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Looking for ETFs to buy? Here are three that are worth considering.

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Materials Shares

Bell Potter names the ASX lithium stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker has named these stocks as buys for investors wanting exposure to the battery making ingredient.

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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 EBR Systems, Endeavour, Monadelphous, and Neuren shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Fallers

Why EOS, Humm, Pantoro Gold, and Robex shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Blue Chip Shares

Top Australian stocks to buy with $2,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these top stocks could be great destinations for your hard-earned money.

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Dividend Investing

BlueScope share price pushes higher amid $438m special dividend

| James Mickleboro

The steel products company is returning funds to shareholders.

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Broker Notes

Want silver exposure? Morgans says this ASX silver stock is a buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks this could be a high-risk, high-reward option for investors.

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Growth Shares

5 top ASX growth shares to buy now with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

These shares are rated as buys by brokers. Here's what they are recommending.

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Broker Notes

What is Bell Potter saying about this high-flying ASX 200 share after its 140% rise?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has been looking at the metal detector manufacturer's performance this financial year.

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Growth Shares

2 no-brainer Australian stocks to buy with $1,000 right now

| James Mickleboro

Brokers believe these buy-rated shares could rise over 50% from current levels.

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Blue Chip Shares

The outstanding Australian shares I'd be happy owning forever

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be worthy of a spot in your investment portfolio.

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Dividend Investing

3 strong ASX dividend shares to buy for your SMSF

| James Mickleboro

Let's take a look at three shares that could be great ideas for SMSF investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Wednesday

| James Mickleboro

Here's what to expect on the Australian share market on hump day.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 ASX 200 blue chip shares built for the long term

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These blue chips could be destined for big things in the future.

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ETFs

Where I would invest $5,000 in ASX ETFs in January

| James Mickleboro

These funds are highly rated. Here's what they offer Aussie investors.

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Materials Shares

Why Bell Potter rates roaring Liontown shares as a buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker still sees potential more even more gains in 2026.

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Share Fallers

Why Endeavour, GQG Partners, Kingsgate, and Super Retail shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why EOS, Elevra, Lynas, and New Murchison Gold shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Tuesday. Let's see why investors are buying them.

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Growth Shares

The best ASX stocks to buy in January 2026 if you want both income and growth

| James Mickleboro

These shares offer the winning combination of income and growth.

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Growth Shares

3 of the best ASX 200 shares to buy and hold until 2036

| James Mickleboro

Here's why it could be worth holding tightly to these shares over the next decade.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter says this ASX 300 stock is dirt cheap with 30%+ upside

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks the market is under-appreciating this stock.

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Materials Shares

Lynas shares slip on shock CEO exit

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This rare earths producer's CEO is leaving after 12 years in the role.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is tumbling 4% on trading update

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the Dan Murphy's and BWS owner reported.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: ANZ Bank, Monadelphous, and Northern Star shares

| James Mickleboro

Do analysts think these shares are good picks right now?

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say buy Telstra and these ASX dividend stocks this month

| James Mickleboro

Here's why they are bullish on these income stocks.

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