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Sebastian Bowen

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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Gold

3 highly rated ASX gold ETFs to consider buying now

| Sebastian Bowen

You don't have to own bullion to invest in gold...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's also take a look at what the various ASX sectors were doing this Wednesday.

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ETFs

Here's the current ASX dividend yield on the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)

| Sebastian Bowen

How much passive income can one expect from this popular index fund?

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Gold

This ASX gold stock is up 30% in a month, and insiders are still buying up big!

| Sebastian Bowen

Both the CEO and chair of this gold stock are doubling down on its success.

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Share Fallers

Why did this ASX 100 stock just crash 11%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Cleanaway shares have been on a crazy roller-coaster over the past 24 hours.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX value traps I wouldn't buy for dividends right now

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd stay away from these shares if you don't want a nasty dividend surprise.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another strong showing from the share market today.

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Gold

Is it too late to buy gold as an investment in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can we still take advantage of gold at new record highs?

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52-Week Highs

7 ASX All Ords shares smashing new 52-week highs on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these stocks at new highs today?

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Travel Shares

Are Webjet shares a good buy in April?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX experts are united in their views of this travel stock.

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Bank Shares

How much do you need to invest in NAB shares for $12,000 in annual dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Enjoying $12,000 in annual dividend income is no easy feat...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to the races for ASX shares today, in a confident start to the week.

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How to invest

The risk of not taking risks with your ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

One financial expert has a simple message for anyone not investing in shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

ASX experts: Lovisa share price has 28% upside

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX brokers are still rating Lovisa as a compelling buy today.

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Index investing

3 Vanguard ASX ETFs that could create a complete investment portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I think any ASX investor can build a complete portfolio with just three ETFs.

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REITs

Should you buy this ASX REIT for its 6% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert is telling investors to take advantage of a 6% yield...

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Bank Shares

Is the CBA share price heading for a fall?

| Sebastian Bowen

Experts are still saying CBA shares are a sell.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a horrible way to end the trading week today for ASX investors.

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Opinions

I'm buying these quality ASX shares to capitalise on the decline

| Sebastian Bowen

These are the shares I'd buy if the markets get any worse.

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Opinions

Would I follow this billionaire's lead and buy Star shares amid the turmoil?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should we follow the billionaire who's 'buying-the-dip'?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Does this ASX 300 retail stock really have a 7.6% dividend yield right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a 7.67% dividend yield too good to be true?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors finally caught a break during today's trading.

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Financial Shares

How is this ASX 200 financial stock popping 6% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This lucky company has just swung into the green in 2024...

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Superannuation

1 BIG reason your ASX shares could be underperforming your superannuation

| Sebastian Bowen

Have you checked your superannuation balance recently?

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Dividend Investing

Invest $20,000 in this ASX 100 dividend stock for $1,126 in passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on this 5.6% dividend stock...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 kept up the selling this Wednesday, with another day in the red.

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Bank Shares

Westpac stock: Should you buy the 5.5% yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Westpac an easy buy today for that 5.5% yield?

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Materials Shares

Is Core Lithium stock a good long-term investment?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this lithium dog a buy-the-dip opportunity today?

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Healthcare Shares

How much do you need to invest in CSL shares for $8,000 in annual dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL's dividends are exponentially more valuable for long-term investors.

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Dividend Investing

Is Telstra stock a smart buy right now for dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Would I buy Telstra shares for that hefty dividend yield today?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was mayhem on the markets today, with one of the worst days in a long time for ASX shares.

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Resources Shares

Why aren't big fund managers buying Fortescue shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX experts are reportedly shunning this popular miner...

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Bank Shares

ASX expert: Time to sell NAB shares

| Sebastian Bowen

The calls that NAB shares are overvalued are growing louder...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Why has this ASX 300 stock just been placed in a trading halt?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX 300 stock is sitting out today's trading thanks to some big news.

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Opinions

Seeing red? The ASX All Ord shares I'd buy on a down day

| Sebastian Bowen

With the markets taking a turn for a worse, here are the stocks I'm eyeing.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough start to the trading week for ASX shares today.

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Opinions

How has this ASX 200 stock returned 14% per annum over the past five years?

| Sebastian Bowen

How has this stock beaten the pants off the market since 2019?

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Record Lows

Star Entertainment shares flop 6% to an all-time low amid critical inquiry

| Sebastian Bowen

There's a perfect storm of negativity surrounding this ASX 200 casino operator...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Wesfarmers share price drops 1% amid accusations of 'mafia-like' behaviour

| Sebastian Bowen

Wesfarmers shares are having a rude return to trading this Monday.

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ETFs

How does direct indexing compare to buying ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you like index investing, but want more say in which stocks you pick?

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