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Sebastian Bowen

Sebastian Bowen has been a Motley Fool contributor since late 2018. Sebastian found his passion for writing and educating others about shares and all things finance after completing his studies in political, economic and social science and enjoys bringing this passion to life at the Fool. His investment philosophy is a simple one – buying high-quality companies at prices that make sense. When he’s not researching his next investment at all hours of the morning, Sebastian enjoys classic movies and likes to unwind with a good book, newspaper or record.

Recent Articles

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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It was a rather woeful Wednesday session for the ASX today.

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Dividend Investing

What's going on with the Woolworths dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

Woolworths dividend is at a multi-year low.

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Dividend Investing

Lazy investor: this ASX dividend growth stock deserves a spot in your portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

I think this stock is perfect for all investors, even the laziest...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a dour Tuesday for ASX investors.

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Dividend Investing

2 Australian dividend giants that belong in any portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

You can't go wrong with these ASX veterans.

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Materials Shares

PLS? Why did Pilbara Minerals shares just change name?

| Sebastian Bowen

Pilbara has rebranded itself...

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Best Shares

Wesfarmers shares offer one thing no other ASX 100 stock does – can it last?

| Sebastian Bowen

This company offers a unique, key advantage for investors.

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Share Market News

This new ASX stock has returned 70% since January

| Sebastian Bowen

This new stock might get a lot of attention...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a Garfield kind of Monday for investors.

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Dividend Investing

The 8% dividend stock that pays cash every month

| Sebastian Bowen

An 8% yield paid out monthly is a tempting prospect.

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How to invest

Start buying shares in December with a spare $500? Here's how!

| Sebastian Bowen

The best time to start investing is right now.

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Growth Shares

2 ASX giants to buy for decades of growth and dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

Income or growth? Why not have both!

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy end to the trading week this Friday.

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Dividend Investing

Down 8%, this passive income stock offers a 4.6% dividend yield!

| Sebastian Bowen

Despite a stagnant share price, this stock's payouts have never been higher.

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Technology Shares

How on earth has the WiseTech Global share price exploded 20% in 17 days?

| Sebastian Bowen

Michael Jordan would be proud of this stock's rebound.

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Opinions

The best stocks to invest $1,000 in right now

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd be happy to pick up more of these winners right now.

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Energy Shares

Is Beach Energy's 7.7% dividend yield a tempting passive income opportunity?

| Sebastian Bowen

A 7.7% yield is enough to tempt anyone...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy Thursday for ASX investors.

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Bank Shares

Down 8% and 11% in November – Is this the start of a long slide for NAB and CBA shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

These banks had an awful month.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX passive income share offers a 5.86% yield. Here's how!

| Sebastian Bowen

It's not often you see this big of a yield these days...

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Dividend Investing

ASX dividend shares: How to snowball your passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Getting your snowball rolling can seem daunting, but the numbers are incredible.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy hump day for the ASX.

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Dividend Investing

Does the Vanguard High Yield ETF (VHY) really have a 9% dividend yield right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

That 9% yield can't be right, can it?

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Dividend Investing

The 4.4% ASX dividend stock you can set your watch to

| Sebastian Bowen

This dividend veteran hasn't cut its payouts in decades.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Macquarie tips 28% upside for Breville shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Macquarie has a strong opinion on this one...

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Energy Shares

Do Woodside shares really have a 6.5% dividend yield right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Woodside is currently one of the highest yielders on the market...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a recovery day for the ASX this Tuesday.

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Share Gainers

NVIDIA stock: You won't believe how much $10,000 invested 3 years ago is worth today

| Sebastian Bowen

NVIDIA's gains are the stuff of legend... and envy.

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ETFs

2 reasons to buy the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ), and 1 not to

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF has returned 20% every year since 2015...

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Dividend Investing

These 2 dividend stocks might be the safest income payers in the world

| Sebastian Bowen

One of these stocks has increased its dividend for 69 years in a row.

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ETFs

Screaming buy? This ASX ETF has returned 54% a year since 2022

| Sebastian Bowen

Is 54% a year too good to be true?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a slow start to the trading week today.

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Dividend Investing

Why this popular 8.7% income stock could be a dividend trap

| Sebastian Bowen

You would have been better off in an index fund than this stock.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's how much the new Metcash dividend is worth

| Sebastian Bowen

Metcash has just unveiled its latest fully-franked dividend.

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Dividend Investing

Are Transurban shares a buy for dividend income right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Transurban's payouts are high, but come with a drawback.

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International Stock News

$5,000 invested in Amazon stock 5 years ago is now worth…

| Sebastian Bowen

This e-commerce giant's gains might surprise you.

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Dividend Investing

5 best Australian dividend stocks to buy in December

| Sebastian Bowen

Buying these shares will boost your passive income this Christmas!

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International Stock News

Buffett's retirement imminent: Should you sell Berkshire Hathaway stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

If Buffett's leaving, should shareholders follow?

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Dividend Investing

2 top ASX dividend shares for retirees

| Sebastian Bowen

These two stocks can help pay your bills in retirement.

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ETFs

Is this the best ASX ETF to diversify your portfolio with?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF invests in stocks you haven't even heard of.

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