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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

BHP shares on watch after new $74b Anglo American takeover offer rejected

| James Mickleboro

Is it third time lucky for the mining giant?

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Growth Shares

2 of the best ASX growth shares to buy right now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts believe these shares are well-positioned for growth in the coming years.

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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 Droneshield, TechnologyOne, Telix, and Webjet shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a great session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Eagers Automotive, Inghams, Patriot Battery Metals, and Wildcat shares are sinking

| James Mickleboro

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

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Healthcare Shares

Guess which ASX All Ords insider just bought 50 million shares in their company

| James Mickleboro

Some major insider buying has taken place. What does this mean?

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Share Market News

How much could a $10,000 investment in Qantas shares be worth in 12 months?

| James Mickleboro

Would putting your money in the Flying Kangaroo be a smart idea?

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Technology Shares

Is this ASX 200 tech stock in the buy zone following its results?

| James Mickleboro

Is now a good time to snap up this top tech stock? Let's see what a leading broker is saying.

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Communication Shares

What are brokers saying about the Telstra share price after this week's update?

| James Mickleboro

Does the telco giant's guidance update change things for investors?

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX shares and get 6% and 7% dividend yields

| James Mickleboro

These shares offer larger-than-average dividend yields.

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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 local market today.

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Dividend Investing

Broker says these ASX dividend shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

Morgans thinks income investors should be buying these shares. But why?

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Broker Notes

Why this beaten-down ASX 200 stock can jump 24%

| James Mickleboro

Goldman Sachs thinks this sold off stock could generate big returns for investors.

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Blue Chip Shares

5 ASX 200 blue chip shares to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts say these high-quality companies are top buys in May.

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Bank Shares

Are Westpac shares good value or expensive?

| James Mickleboro

This banking giant's shares have been strong performers this year. Is it too late to invest?

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Technology Shares

Why are Brainchip shares racing higher after its AGM?

| James Mickleboro

This struggling semiconductor stock is having a good session. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Infratil, James Hardie, Sonic Healthcare, and Star Entertainment shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Share Gainers

Why ALS, OFX, Skycity, and TechnologyOne shares are surging today

| James Mickleboro

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

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52-Week Lows

3 ASX 300 shares hitting new 52-week lows: Are they cheap buys?

| James Mickleboro

What's sending these shares down to new lows today?

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Dividend Investing

Buy these ASX dividend stocks for a passive income boost

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think income investors should be buying these income stocks.

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Technology Shares

Buy this ASX tech stock for a 26% return

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is saying good things about this tech stock and sees it as a potential takeover target.

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Dividend Investing

Morgans says these ASX dividend shares are top buys

| James Mickleboro

The broker has good things to say about these income options this month.

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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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Broker Notes

Down 16% in 6 weeks: Is this ASX 200 share a bargain buy?

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter has given its verdict on this beaten down stock.

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Dividend Investing

4 ASX income stocks to buy for 4% to 8% dividend yields

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these stocks are in the buy zone. What are they forecasting for them?

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Energy Shares

Why did this ASX 200 mining stock jump 7%?

| James Mickleboro

This coal miner's shares had a great session. But what got investors excited?

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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 Gentrack, New Hope, Nuix, and Star Entertainment shares are charging higher

| James Mickleboro

These shares are starting the week strongly. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Core Lithium, Duratec, Galan Lithium, and Michael Hill shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

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

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Materials Shares

Why did this ASX All Ords stock just crash 24%?

| James Mickleboro

What is weighing down this lithium stock today? Let's find out.

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ETFs

3 excellent ASX ETFs for beginner investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

If you're just starting your investment journey it could be worth checking out these ETFs.

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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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Broker Notes

Morgans says these ASX stocks can rise 20% (and pay big dividends!)

| James Mickleboro

The broker believes some very big returns could be on the cards over the next 12 months.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 200 dividend stocks for investors to buy

| James Mickleboro

Analysts are expecting these stocks to provide great yields. But how great?

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Growth Shares

2 highly rated ASX growth shares to buy before it's too late

| James Mickleboro

Analysts don't want you to miss out on these growing companies.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A positive start to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Resources Shares

2 of the best ASX mining stocks to buy now

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have good things to say about these miners.

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Dividend Investing

Forget term deposits and buy these ASX dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

These dividend shares have been tipped by analysts to provide investors with yields that are superior to term deposits.

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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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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 15% to 50%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts think these shares can rise strongly from where they trade today.

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