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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.

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Is Santos Ltd a buy at the current share price?

| James Mickleboro

With oil prices climbing for a third day in a row, should you buy Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) shares?

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Why the Touchcorp Ltd share price has been CRUSHED today

| James Mickleboro

Touchcorp Ltd (ASX:TCH) shares plunge on a disappointing market update. Here’s what you need to know…

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Here's where I would reinvest my Westpac Banking Corp dividends

| James Mickleboro

This morning Westpac Banking Corp (ASX:WBC) will pay an estimated $3,145 million to its shareholders when it distributes its final…

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Is REA Group Limited a buy after the sale of its European businesses?

| James Mickleboro

REA Group Limited (ASX:REA) has announced the sale of two of its European businesses. Does this make the company more…

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4 under-the-radar shares I'm tipping to shine in 2017

| James Mickleboro

Nanosonics Ltd. (ASX:NAN) and Murray River Organics Ltd (ASX:MRG) are two of four shares flying under the radar that might…

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Why these 4 ASX shares have been CRUSHED today

| James Mickleboro

BT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) is one of four shares on the ASX which have had a day to forget.…

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How to smash term deposits with these 3 high-yielding dividend shares

| James Mickleboro

Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) is one of three shares which I believe could provide retirees with a great source of…

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Why the Capitol Health Ltd share price has gone gangbusters today

| James Mickleboro

Capitol Health Ltd (ASX:CAJ) shares are up 17% following positive news from the MYEFO. But are they a buy?

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CRASH! Why the BT Investment Management Ltd share price cratered today

| James Mickleboro

BT Investment Management Ltd (ASX:BTT) shares have sunk like a stone today. Here’s why they’re down…

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Where to next for the Newcrest Mining Limited share price in 2017?

| James Mickleboro

Despite recent declines Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) has still managed to outperform the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) by some distance…

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3 buy and hold investments I'd make in 2017

| James Mickleboro

TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) is one of three shares I think investors should consider making a buy and hold investment…

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Is Suncorp Group Ltd the best insurer to buy in 2017?

| James Mickleboro

Is Suncorp Group Ltd (ASX:SUN) the best value insurer on the S&P/ASX 200 (Index:^AXJO) (ASX:XJO) right now?

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Why these 4 ASX shares have started the week with BIG declines

| James Mickleboro

It hasn’t been a great start to the week for Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) and three other shares. Here’s…

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This leading fund manager bought these 7 ASX shares for 2017, should you?

| James Mickleboro

Should you add BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), Qantas Airways Limited (ASX:QAN), and five other shares to your portfolio in 2017?

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Why these 3 shares have gone gangbusters in December

| James Mickleboro

Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) is one of three shares that have gone gangbusters this month. Here’s why…

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Why tech share Dorsavi Ltd surged higher today

| James Mickleboro

Dorsavi Ltd (ASX:DVL) shares have started the week strongly. They’re up 6% after announcing a new deal with Heathrow Airport.…

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Do you own any of the 10 most shorted shares on the ASX?

| James Mickleboro

Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR) retains the top spot, but Aconex Ltd (ASX:ACX) is closing in fast. This week also sees…

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3 ASX shares that could suffer from a weak Australian dollar

| James Mickleboro

Whilst companies such as Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) will benefit from a weaker currency, Reject Shop Ltd (ASX:TRS) and…

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Why these 4 ASX shares have been SMASHED today

| James Mickleboro

Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX:MYX) has been one of the worst performers on the market today. Here’s why it’s one…

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Why the Orora Ltd share price has surged higher today

| James Mickleboro

Packaging company Orora Ltd (ASX:ORA) is having a great end to the week. Brokers have responded positively to a recent…

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Why these 4 ASX shares are ending the week with a bang

| James Mickleboro

a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) (ASX:A2M) is one of four shares on the ASX having a strong finish to the…

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3 explosive tech shares on my Christmas shopping list

| James Mickleboro

Aconex Ltd (ASX:ACX) is one of three tech shares I think would be great buys right now. Here are the…

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CRASH! Why Mayne Pharma Group Ltd's share price plunged 22% today

| James Mickleboro

Mayne Pharma Group Ltd (ASX:MYX) shares have been crushed this morning following reports of a lawsuit being filed in the…

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Why the Fortescue Metals Group Limited share price jumped higher today

| James Mickleboro

Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX:FMG) plans to repay another US$1 billion of debt next week. Does this make it a…

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Why these 3 ASX shares went nuts in the last month

| James Mickleboro

Japara Healthcare Ltd (ASX:JHC) is one of three shares on the ASX which have produced staggering gains for shareholders. Here’s…

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Why these 4 ASX shares have been CRUSHED today

| James Mickleboro

Santos Ltd (ASX:STO) is one of four shares on the ASX which have dropped lower today. Here’s why they’ve been…

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Is the a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) share price in the buy zone?

| James Mickleboro

a2 Milk Company Ltd (Australia) (ASX:A2M) shares have fallen over 16% since the start of December. Is this a buying…

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Why Ellex Medical Lasers Limited shares have surged higher today

| James Mickleboro

Ellex Medical Lasers Limited (ASX:ELX) shares surged today, bringing their year-to-date return to 87%. Here’s why they’ve gone gangbusters…

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CRASH! Why Newcrest Mining Limited and the gold price tumbled today

| James Mickleboro

Newcrest Mining Limited (ASX:NCM) shares have plunged following the Fed’s rate hike. Is it downhill from here?

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10 dividend shares I'm tipping to shine in 2017

| James Mickleboro

Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) and Mantra Group Ltd (ASX:MTR) are two of 10 dividend shares I believe are great options for…

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The Syrah Resources Ltd share price is rocketing on South32 Ltd takeover rumours

| James Mickleboro

Is mining giant South32 Ltd (ASX:S32) about to launch a takeover of Syrah Resources Ltd (ASX:SYR)?

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Caltex Australia Limited share price jumps on broker upgrades: Should you invest?

| James Mickleboro

Caltex Australia Limited (ASX:CTX) is flying higher after finding favour with brokers. But is a turnaround coming?

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Why Corporate Travel Management Ltd is among 5 shares taking off today

| James Mickleboro

Corporate Travel Management Ltd (ASX:CTD) is one of 5 ASX shares pushing significantly higher today. Here’s why…

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Why Galaxy Resources Limited shares have gone gangbusters today

| James Mickleboro

Galaxy Resources Limited (ASX:GXY) shares have jumped 9% after announcing 2017’s pricing agreements. But is it a buy?

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5 share picks for a blue-chip retirement

| James Mickleboro

Do you have retirement on the horizon? I believe investments in Retail Food Group Limited (ASX:RFG) and four other shares…

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3 healthcare shares I'd buy in 2017

| James Mickleboro

Australian Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (ASX:API) is one of three healthcare shares that I expect to perform well in 2017. Here’s…

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3 ASX bargains on my Christmas shopping list

| James Mickleboro

I think that tech share iSentia Group Ltd (ASX:ISD) is one of three bargain buys on the ASX right now.…

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Why these 4 ASX shares are SMASHING it today

| James Mickleboro

Here’s why Aconex Ltd (ASX:ACX) and three other ASX shares are climbing higher today...

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Why the share price of Freelancer Ltd jumped today

| James Mickleboro

Freelancer Ltd (ASX:FLN) shares are up 5% after announcing two acquisitions. Is it time to invest?

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10 growth shares I'm tipping to shine in 2017

| James Mickleboro

Ardent Leisure Group (ASX:AAD) and TPG Telecom Ltd (ASX:TPM) are among the 10 growth shares I’m tipping to shine in…

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