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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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Technology Shares

DroneShield share price jumps 6% on new contract win

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why investors are buying this popular stock today.

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Energy Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is rising on big news

| James Mickleboro

Origin's investment in Kraken has proven to be a very smart move.

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AI Stocks

1 no-brainer artificial intelligence ASX stock down 30% to buy on the dip in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think this beaten down AI stock could be destined to deliver strong returns next year.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers name 3 ASX dividend stocks to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which stocks are being tipped as buys for income investors.

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ETFs

3 exciting ASX ETFs to buy with $3,000 in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be great picks for investors in 2026.

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Dividend Investing

Buy these amazing ASX dividend shares for passive income

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these dividend shares could be top picks for a passive income boost.

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How to invest

How to invest like Warren Buffett without picking ASX stocks

| James Mickleboro

Following this legend's investment philosophy could be a smart move in 2026.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Tuesday

| James Mickleboro

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

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How to invest

How to invest your first $500 in ASX shares the smart way

| James Mickleboro

Planning to start investing in January? Here's how you could do it.

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Broker Notes

Why Morgans rates these popular ASX shares as buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these shares.

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Growth Shares

These ASX 200 growth shares could be much bigger in 2035

| James Mickleboro

Want to make buy and hold investments? Analysts think these shares could be top picks.

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ETFs

Too scared to pick stocks? These ASX ETFs are beginner friendly

| James Mickleboro

These funds give investors access to many of the best stocks from across the globe.

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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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Share Gainers

Why Aeris Resources, Cobram Estate Olives, Metallium, and Weebit Nano shares are racing higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Boss Energy, DroneShield, EOS, and Netwealth shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Broker Notes

Why these ASX 200 stocks could rise 45% to 50% in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these shares. Let's see why.

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Technology Shares

Guess which ASX tech stock is rocketing 16% on huge news

| James Mickleboro

This tech stock is catching the eye on Monday. What's going on?

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Blue Chip Shares

The ASX blue chip shares I'd buy during the next correction

| James Mickleboro

In the share market, it can pay to hope for the best but prepare for the worst.

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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

5 top ASX dividend shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Let's take a look at why these shares could be top picks for income investors.

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Growth Shares

These could be 3 of the best ASX stocks to own in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares are best buys for the year ahead. Let's see what they offer.

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Growth Shares

The best Australian stocks to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are feeling bullish about these stocks for next year.

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Share Market News

3 super strong ASX ETFs to buy with $10,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these funds could be top buys for the year ahead.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what is happening on the local market after the Christmas break.

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ETFs

3 ASX ETFs I'm buying in January 2026

| James Mickleboro

There are good reasons why I like these funds and could buy them next month.

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Blue Chip Shares

3 no-brainer ASX 200 shares to buy with $5,000

| James Mickleboro

You don't need a brain to see that these shares could be quality investments.

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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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Share Market News

These ASX 200 shares could rise 20% to 40%

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares analysts are recommending to clients for 2026.

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ETFs

5 amazing ASX ETFs for beginners to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

These funds offer exposure to exciting companies and themes. Let's take a closer look at them.

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How to invest

How to make $50,000 of passive income in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Here's a plan for investors that want to build a passive income portfolio.

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Blue Chip Shares

BHP, Macquarie, and Westpac: Naughty or nice? 3 popular ASX shares examined

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if these blue chips made their shareholders smile in 2025.

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ETFs

The ASX ETFs to buy now and not look at until next Christmas

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be top picks for 2026 and beyond. Let's find out why.

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Cheap Shares

These popular ASX 200 shares are in the Boxing Day sales

| James Mickleboro

These quality shares have been sold down to levels that analysts think could make them dirt cheap.

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ETFs

If Santa brought me one ETF this Christmas, it'd be this one

| James Mickleboro

This is the fund that I would love to receive for Christmas. Let's dig deeper into why it could be…

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Share Market News

5 amazing ASX 200 shares I want Santa to bring me for Christmas

| James Mickleboro

I wish I could unwrap these shares on Christmas morning.

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How to invest

What $100 invested in Australian shares each week starting this Christmas could become

| James Mickleboro

Starting your investment journey could be one of the best decisions you ever make.

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Technology Shares

3 incredible ASX 200 tech stocks for smart investors in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these buy-rated stocks could deliver big returns next year.

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Medibank, PLS, and Woolworths shares

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have given their verdicts on these shares. Are they bullish or bearish?

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ETFs

The smartest ASX ETFs to build wealth in the new year

| James Mickleboro

These funds have qualities that could make them attractive to wealth-builders.

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Share Fallers

Why Brightstar, EVT, Monash IVF, and Pro Medicus shares are dropping today

| James Mickleboro

These shares aren't spreading the Christmas cheer on Wednesday.

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