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Sean O'Neill

Sean is a freelance contributor to The Motley Fool Australia, and is a keen investor and an optimist at heart. Believing that excessive short-termedness and a lack of knowledge hurts everyday investors, Sean aims to write articles that fulfill The Motley Fool's stated goal: Helping the world invest - better.

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Why you should treat market tantrums with a firm hand

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If you give Mr Market an inch, he’ll take a mile.

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Follow the Yellow Brick Road to wealth

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Bumper half year results have this small lender brimming with confidence.

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Is iron ore going to imitate the gold crash of 2013?

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Recent savage price falls may have investors a little nervous.

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2 ASX shares hitting 52-week lows — is this the bottom?

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Is the situation salvageable for Lynas Corporation and Oroton Group?

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3 reasons to be watch these companies' moves into China

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An ageing population and health risks combine to create the perfect seller’s market.

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Market movers to watch this week

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The iron miners, 1300 Smiles and NZ Telecom are worth keeping an eye on this week.

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Is it time to take your chips and cash out?

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A little investing advice inspired by Kenny Rogers.

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Is Sims Metal Management Ltd. an investor's Holy Grail?

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Where else on the ASX can you find an improving business with a declining share price?

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Big shake-ups at AMP Limited and David Jones Limited

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Chairman Paul Mason to exit both boards.

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Is it too late to buy BC Iron Limited?

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This iron miner grew its first-half profit by 808%.

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1300 Smiles Limited profit drops 36%, but don't start selling!

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This stock has a brighter future than its recent results suggest.

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Is it time to buy AGL Energy?

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Energy profits to rise in FY2015 after disappointing investors this year.

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Woolworths and Coles in hot water with the ACCC… again

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Both grocery giants continue pushing the boundaries.

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What does Treasury Wine Estates Ltd's Asian strategy mean for investors?

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Chinese demand drops, but brand investment remains important.

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Graincorp profit halves – is it time to sell?

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Price drops and profit downgrades may have some investors rethinking their investment.

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Forge Group Limited investors still in the dark over collapse

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Debts now tallied at over $700 million.

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3 great shares to buy and hold for your retirement

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Shares for when investment security and regular income are paramount.

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2 shares to benefit from rising productivity

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Which shares are best positioned to drive earnings if growth falters?

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Medibank Private to list on the ASX?

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A surprise windfall could be in the cards for policy holders.

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Will the government bail out Qantas?

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Faith in the airline may be misguided.

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ANZ bails out Forge Group Limited, but is it worth the price?

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Beleaguered construction company hopes to confirm issue of ANZ warrants despite shareholder fury.

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Iron price falls, but miners soar: What's an investor to do?

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Is it time to buy, sell, or wait?

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Why I'm not buying 1300 Smiles Limited

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It's a solid business, but the unique nature of dentistry makes this stock an unappealing prospect for my portfolio.

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What you should know about Commonwealth Bank of Australia

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The world's tenth largest bank is a secure, if slow-growing, investment.

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What's next for Macquarie Group Ltd.?

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Macquarie completes Sydney Airport divestment; cancels buyback.

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The stock picker's guide to Woolworths Limited in 2014

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Woolworth’s is doing its best to hit 10% growth this financial year.

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A stock picker's guide to Sydney Airport Holdings Ltd. in 2014

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This company is unimaginative, but solid.

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A stock picker's guide to Oil Search Limited in 2014

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Production is up by 20%; increased profits to follow.

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2 alternative energy companies with exciting futures

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These companies are small, but do the potential upsides outweigh the risks?

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Are Beach Energy and Aurora Oil and Gas set to soar?

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These two resources companies may deserve a place on your watchlist.

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Market predictions for 2014

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What forces are likely to affect your portfolio this year?

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Is there a bright future for iron ore?

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Major increases to production might be a sign to rethink your portfolio.

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Reserve Bank wants AUD lower

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A lower dollar can hinder or benefit different companies.

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Consumer confidence drops for December

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Yet consumers are still more confident than last year.

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Is 2014 the year to invest in uranium?

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Prospects of a long-term shortage make some of Australia’s miners look attractive.

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Accord reached on petrol prices

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Supermarkets agree to limit discounts to 4 cents per litre.

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ACCC close to striking deal on petrol discounts

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But will it change anything?

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Travel insurer the latest to join IPO rush

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Should you be subscribing?

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Woolworths still expanding in New Zealand

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The grocery giant has plenty of scope for growth.

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Retailers applaud as Xbox One and Playstation 4 are released in time for Christmas

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But will they make any money from them?

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