Conflict of Interest Disclosure in Public Appearances

James is an equity research analyst who frequently appears on financial news channels to discuss market trends and specific stock recommendations. During one of his recent appearances, he confidently stated, "I believe that Stock ABC is a strong buy. I have invested in it myself, and its price is destined to soar." After the show, some viewers raised concerns about the potential conflict of interest arising from James's investment in Stock ABC. According to the CFA Institute's Research Objectivity Standards related to public appearances, how should James have addressed this situation in his public statements?