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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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Dividend Investing

These buy-rated ASX dividend shares offer 4% to 6% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are tipping these shares as buys for income investors.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

It could be a tough start to the week for Aussie investors.

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Technology Shares

Will the Droneshield share price double in 2026?

| James Mickleboro

One broker sees potential for a 150% gain from current levels.

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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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Dividend Investing

How much passive income could I earn with 1,000 BHP shares?

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what buying 1,000 BHP shares would do for my income.

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ETFs

3 strong ASX ETFs to buy and hold for 10 years

| James Mickleboro

There are good reasons why these funds could be top long term picks.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX retail stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks you should add these retailers to your shopping list.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX defence stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

Wanting exposure to this booming industry? Bell Potter has two picks for you.

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Bank Shares

$5,000 in CBA shares at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| James Mickleboro

Has Australia's largest bank delivered the goods for investors this year?

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Superannuation

Here's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 55

| James Mickleboro

Are you on track for a comfortable retirement or do you need to do more?

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 50% to 65%

| James Mickleboro

Big things could be coming for buyers of these shares according to analysts.

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ETFs

How to build wealth with ASX ETFs

| James Mickleboro

These funds could help you build wealth over the long term.

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Broker Notes

Why Morgans just put buy ratings on these ASX stocks

| James Mickleboro

The broker thinks these stocks could rise 17% to 68%.

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Broker Notes

How much upside does Macquarie tip for REA Group shares?

| James Mickleboro

Is the broker bullish, bearish, or something in between?

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Fallers

Why Austal, Fenix Resources, Metcash, and Polynovo shares are falling today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why 4DMedical, Dateline, Deep Yellow, and Newmont shares are pushing higher today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Technology Shares

Why is this surging ASX tech stock jumping another 12% on Friday?

| James Mickleboro

This growing company's shares are now up 380% since the start of the year.

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Growth Shares

The best Australian stocks to buy today and not check again until 2035

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares analysts are tipping to deliver big returns for investors.

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Share Market News

Insiders are buying Xero and these ASX shares this month

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares insiders have been buying this month.

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Broker Notes

'Christmas comes early': Why this ASX 200 stock was just upgraded

| James Mickleboro

Santa has delivered an early present to investors according to Bell Potter.

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ETFs

Where to invest $10,000 in ASX ETFs for 2026

| James Mickleboro

These funds offer investors exposure to exciting stocks from across the world.

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Dividend Investing

3 excellent Australian dividend shares to buy with $1,000

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be worth considering if you are an income investor.

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Materials Shares

Forget Fortescue shares, this ASX iron ore stock is better

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why Bell Potter is bullish on this under the radar miner.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

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

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Cheap Shares

Buy Australian: ASX stocks positioned to beat global markets next year

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why these shares could be destined to outperform in 2026 according to analysts.

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Materials Shares

Bell Potter names the best ASX critical minerals stocks to buy

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what the broker is saying about these in-demand commodities.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX ETFs to buy for passive income in December

| James Mickleboro

These funds could be top picks for income investors.

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Broker Notes

3 of the best ASX 200 stocks to buy in December

| James Mickleboro

Let's see what Bell Potter is recommending to investors.

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Share Fallers

Why Chalice Mining, Predictive Discovery, Premier Investments, and St Barbara shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are missing out on the good time on Thursday. But why?

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Share Gainers

Why Brazilian Rare Earths, Fenix Resources, Flight Centre, and Guzman Y Gomez shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a better day than most on Thursday.

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Share Market News

Buy, hold, sell: Bapcor, Guzman Y Gomez, and NextDC

| James Mickleboro

Let's see if analysts are tipping these shares as buys this week.

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Materials Shares

Guess which ASX mining stock is rocketing 14% on production plans

| James Mickleboro

This miner is making its shareholders smile on Thursday. Let's find out why.

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Financial Shares

IAG shares fall on ACCC blow

| James Mickleboro

The ACCC isn't keen to let this deal go ahead.

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Materials Shares

Gina Rinehart backed ASX rare earths stock jumps 17% on big news

| James Mickleboro

This rare earths stock is getting investors excited on Thursday with some big news.

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Dividend Investing

Brokers say buy these ASX stocks for 6% dividend yields in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Analysts expect these buy-rated stocks to deliver big capital returns next year.

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ETFs

3 stellar ASX ETFs for growth investors to buy in 2026

| James Mickleboro

Looking to build wealth with ASX ETFs? Here are three to consider.

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Dividend Investing

These top ASX dividend shares offer 5% to 10% yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting very generous dividends from these buy-rated shares.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Thursday

| James Mickleboro

It looks set to be a positive day of trade for Aussie investors.

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ETFs

3 excellent ASX ETFs to buy with $3,000 in December

| James Mickleboro

Got money to invest? These funds could be worth considering this month.

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