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Mike King

Mike King is a Fool.com.au Investment Analyst and Writer. He caught the investing bug more than a decade ago, at a time when the U.S. had invaded Iraq and fear reigned in the markets. His initial success as the markets took off encouraged his passion and thirst for knowledge. With 13 years behind him at one of Australia's largest domestic banks, Mike's passion for stocks led him to join a boutique funds management firm, where he stayed for four years. A seven-year stint in equity research at one of the largest investment banks in the world followed that, giving Mike a thirst to pursue his passion further. Mike holds a Diploma in Applied Finance and Investment and a Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning. His passion is to help retail investors invest better, and that passion was one of his primary reasons for joining The Motley Fool Australia in late 2011. Mike has written thousands of articles since joining, including for Fairfax Media, Yahoo!7, Ninemsn and has also appeared on ABC's The Business. You can see all of Mikes' holdings here

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Winter is coming: How you can beat the energy companies

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Now's the time to act to cut down on your winter energy bill

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Gale force headwinds coming for mining contractors

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Mining exploration expenditure continues to fall

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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S&P/ASX 200 falls 0.8%, as Wall Street dropped on Friday

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The best way to invest for your kids or grandkids

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Don't leave those funds sitting in a bank account or term deposit - here's your best bet

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This is how a 50-year old retires with $1 million in their SMSF

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Worried about having to rely on a pension in retirement? Now's the time to act quickly

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Blackmores Limited: How I got it wrong but why you don't want to buy in yet

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Vitamins and supplements supplier Blackmores Limited (ASX: BKL) appears to have turned its business around

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Is this China's revenge?

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It's taken 6 years, but is China set to weaken BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO)?

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How To Create Dividends For Life

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And 5 golden rules for building a dividend portfolio

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Telstra Corporation Ltd ready to rumble on e-health

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Is Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) set to dominate Australia's health care system in future?

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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S&P/ASX 200 opens down 0.7% falling Wall Street

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Has Bunnings lost it?

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The home improvement retailer may be facing similar threats as Woolworths Limited's (ASX: WOW) Food and Liquor business

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Why the iron ore price is under pressure in one chart

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Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG) plays its part in expanding iron ore production

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XPD Soccer Gear Group Ltd and the case of the curious investment

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You might want to think twice before buying shares in XPD Soccer gear Group Ltd (ASX: XPD)

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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S&P/ASX 200 opens 0.5% higher

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This is how you can retire with $1 million

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Struggling to see how you can have a comfortable retirement? Then you need to read this.

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The ASX is rising but these 4 ASX companies are sinking

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S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX: XJO) (ASX: XJO) closes up 0.9% but these stocks were on the nose

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7 issues the Australian Stock Exchange needs to address

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The ALL ORDINARIES (ASX:XAO) is shrinking

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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S&P/ASX 200 opens 0.3% higher

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Woolworths' 5% fully franked dividend yield is tough to beat

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A deep dive on Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW)

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This blue chip stock is the cheapest it has ever been

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Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) is trading at all-time lows, time to jump on board?

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Why you need to jump on this 5.1% dividend yield quick

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Woolworths Limited (ASX: WOW) boasts its highest dividend yield in 17 years

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Why Seymour Whyte Limited's shares crashed 19.4% today

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Contractor Seymour Whyte Limited (ASX:SWL) shares fall after CEO unexpectedly resigns

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And the worst airline in Australia is…

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Regional Express Holdings Ltd (ASX:REX) thrashes bigger rivals when it comes to complaints

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Hits and Misses: Upcoming ASX Floats – part II

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Part II of our series on upcoming ASX floats, and we may have stumbled onto two opportunities

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Hits and Misses: Upcoming ASX floats – part 1

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We share our view on a number of upcoming ASX floats

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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S&P/ASX 200 sinks 0.4% at the open

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3 reasons why the big four banks are being hammered today

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The S&P/ASX 200 is down 0.8%, but the big four banks are being hammered

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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S&P/ASX 200 opens down 0.3%

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PAS Group Ltd soars 33%: Here's why

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Retailer PAS Group Ltd (ASX:PGR) provides positive trading update. Get the details here

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Budget winners: AP Eagers Ltd and Automotive Holdings Group Ltd

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Motor groups AP Eagers Ltd (ASX:APE) and Automotive Holdings Group Ltd (ASX:AHG) big winners as small business splash out on…

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5 things you need to know about the Australian sharemarket today

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The S&P/ASX 200 jumps, following strong leads from Wall Street overnight

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5 reasons why Rio Tinto Limited shares are on the nose today

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The market is down 0.3%, but Rio Tinto Limited (ASX: RIO) has dropped 2.2%

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Woolworths Limited: An in-depth view

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An in-depth view of supermarket retailer Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and its challenges

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What the Budget means to you and your portfolio

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Which companies are affected and what the budget really means to you as an investor

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5 ASX stocks crushed on the market today

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S&P/ASX 300 (IndexAsx: XKO) gains 0.7%, but these 5 were hammered

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3 things to watch when selecting a listed investment company

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Considering Argo Investments Limited (ASX:ARG) or Australian Foundation Investment Co.Ltd. (ASX:AFI)? Here's what you need to know

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Want to know where to start your share portfolio?

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Here's your guide to buying your first stock

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Why I bought shares in REA Group Ltd last week

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Think REA Group Ltd (ASX: REA) is expensive? Here's why you just might be wrong

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4 stocks sliding on the ASX today

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S&P/ASX 200 gains 0.9%, but these stocks went backwards

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3 retail stocks set to win from the Federal Budget

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Treasurer Joe Hockey unveils GST on digital downloads and services

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