Sean O'Neill, Author at The Motley Fool Australia

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Here's why Woodside Petroleum Limited is still a buy despite the falling oil price

October 17, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Woodside Petroleum Limited’s (ASX:WPL) third quarter report shows why this company is still Australia’s premier oil producer.

Oil markets have been crushed: Here's why I'm still buying oil stocks

October 16, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Could this be just a temporary blip for Santos Ltd (ASX:STO), Woodside Petroleum Limited (ASX:WPL), and Beach Energy Ltd (ASX:BPT)?

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3 great companies hitting 52-week lows – is this the bottom?

October 15, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Iron ore companies aren’t the only businesses impacted by a sliding ASX, with Senex Energy Ltd (ASX:SXY), JB Hi-Fi Limited…

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Here's why you need to avoid speculating on the price of iron ore

October 15, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Iron miners like BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI), Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) and Rio Tinto Limited (ASX:RIO) have seen their…

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The 3 huge hidden risks you need to know about your bauxite investment

October 14, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Commodity speculation is just that – speculation, and here’s why it’s not a good idea for beginner investors.

What investors need to know about the future of Mount Gibson Iron Limited

October 14, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

September’s quarterly report for Mount Gibson Iron Limited (ASX:MGX) shows a strong cash balance and productivity improvements facing off against…

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The ASX is in meltdown: Is it time to sell?

October 13, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

We’re now officially behind where we were a year ago – here’s what you should be doing about it.

3 great shares to watch this week

October 13, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Ltd (ASX:BEN) invests in a payments provider, Stockland Corporation Ltd (ASX:SGP) makes an acquisition, and Dyesol…

3 companies hitting 52-week highs – will they climb higher?

October 9, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

In a falling market, 52-week highs are as rare as hen’s teeth, which is why investors might want to pay…

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3 big names trading at 52-week lows: Should you buy?

October 9, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Are Myer Holdings Ltd (ASX:MYR), JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH) and BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP) falling knives or bargains going begging?

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3 rock-solid investments for the nervous investor

October 7, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Here’s why those worried about the market should look to Lifehealthcare Group Ltd (ASX:LHC), Collection House Limited (ASX:CLH) and Scentre…

Here's why BHP Billiton Limited is getting aggressive on iron ore

October 6, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Increased investment in BHP Billiton Limited’s (ASX:BHP) iron ore operations could be intended to push smaller players out of the…

Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd: Are there blue skies ahead?

October 6, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Analysts' views are markedly divergent, but here’s why I’m betting on Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) to come through its tough…

BC Iron Limited to merge with Iron Ore Holdings Ltd. – should you buy?

October 6, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Here’s why investors should steer clear of one of the most promising mergers on the ASX – at least for…

3 great shares trading at 52-week lows: Will they fall further?

October 3, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Have BHP Billiton Limited (ASX:BHP), Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL) and Primary Health Care Ltd (ASX:PRY) reached the bottom of their…

2 speculative miners with explosive potential

September 30, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Here’s why speculators should strongly consider an investment in Australian Bauxite Ltd (ASX:ABX) and ABM Resources NL (ASX:ABU).

2 phenomenal growth shares trading at a discount

September 30, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Have Collection House Limited (ASX: CLH) and FlexiGroup Limited (ASX: FXL) got what it takes to shine in a falling…

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Here's why Treasury Wine Estates Ltd plummeted yesterday: Will it fall further?

September 30, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Management of Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) have rejected the proposed takeover offers.

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Here's why FlexiGroup Limited is still an excellent buying opportunity

September 29, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Can the magic combination of rapid growth, strong dividends and modest price make FlexiGroup Limited (ASX:FXL) the star of your…

3 great companies to buy for a falling Aussie dollar

September 29, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

The market hasn’t yet twigged to the potential of Westfield Corp Ltd (ASX:WFD) and Galileo Japan Trust (ASX:GJT).

Here's why Yellow Brick Road Holdings Ltd is at bargain prices

September 29, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Now up only 9% for the year despite growing revenue by 27%, is Yellow Brick Road Holdings Ltd (ASX:YBR) a…

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2 great blue chips to add some resilience to your portfolio

September 29, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

With the added advantage of protecting your money in a downturn, is there any reason not to buy Westfield Corp…

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3 cheap stocks to buy in a falling market

September 29, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

With significant uncertainty in the market at present, a good eye for opportunity is like being able to hit the…

7 years of Collection House Limited: Is this the absolute best stock on the ASX?

September 26, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Is there such a thing as a small-cap blue chip? After reading about Collection House Limited’s performance record (ASX:CLH), I’m…

3 great companies at 52-week lows – will they fall further?

September 26, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Should investors be buying into Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX:AGI), Crown Resorts Ltd (ASX:CWN) and JB Hi-Fi Limited (ASX:JBH)’s recent…

Are Woolworths Limited and Wesfarmers Ltd facing a grim future for their petrol retailing business?

September 26, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Will continued investment in the petrol business prove to be a diminishing returns sinkhole for Woolworths Limited (ASX:WOW) and Wesfarmers…

Is buying Goodman Fielder Limited shares right now an easy way to make a quick buck?

September 25, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Shares in Goodman Fielder Limited (ASX:GFF) are trading 10% below Wilmar’s offer price for the company.

3 outstanding growth opportunities I'd buy with $5,000

September 24, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

Here’s why Coca-Cola Amatil Ltd (ASX:CCL), Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX:AGI) and Collection House Limited (ASX:CLH) each deserve a place…

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Is Australian Bauxite Ltd set to explode after being granted its Tasmanian mining lease?

September 23, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

With environmental approvals pending, investors have a window of opportunity to jump on board Australian Bauxite Ltd (ASX:ABX) before it…

Does BC Iron Limited's takeover offer for Iron Ore Holdings Ltd mean it's time to buy?

September 23, 2014 | Sean O'Neill

After gathering 72.5% of Iron Ore Holdings Ltd. (ASX:IOH), BC Iron Limited (ASX:BCI) has extended its offer in an attempt…