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Sebastian Bowen

Author Bio
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.
Areas of Expertise
Dividend investing
ETFs
Education
Bachelor of Political, Economic, and Social Sciences (Government and International Relations), University of Sydney
Social Media
X/Twitter
Favorite Investment Quote
"In the short run, the market is a voting machine, but in the long run, it is a weighing machine."
– Benjamin Graham

Recent Articles

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's take a look.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rather sad end to the trading week this Friday.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Buying ASX ETFs? Watch out for this red flag

| Sebastian Bowen

You need to check this number before buying your next ETF.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX almost pulled off a Thursday comeback today.

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IPOs

What's gone wrong with the SpaceX IPO?

| Sebastian Bowen

SpaceX rocketed on the IPO, but its flight path has since stalled.

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Blue Chip Shares

This blue-chip ASX 200 stock is up 30% in 2 months

| Sebastian Bowen

We don't often see gains like this.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a good day for the ASX 200.

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Record Highs

The Macquarie share price just hit a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

Sentiment on Macquarie shares has been improving since the company’s latest earnings were released back in May.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Not much changed on the markets this Tuesday.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

SpaceX stock: Which ASX ETF buys you the most?

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking to buy SpaceX stock on the ASX?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a shaky, but positive, start to the week's trading.

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Energy Shares

With Hormuz closed, is there an opening to buy Woodside shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should investors react to this news out of the Middle East?

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Financial Shares

Buying AMP shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Does AMP measure up when it comes to income?

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International Stock News

Magnificent 8? Meet the US tech stock up 215% in 2026

| Sebastian Bowen

A new tech stock is the latest member of the trillion-dollar club.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

VIHY: Is Vanguard's new ASX dividend ETF a buy for income?

| Sebastian Bowen

This latest offering from Vanguard is an interesting one.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors got a happy end to the trading week this Friday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another red day for investors this Thursday.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF: What stocks are actually in NDQ?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF is packed with tech stars.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fairly woeful Wednesday for investors today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's take a look.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares with yields over 4% right now

| Sebastian Bowen

There are still high-yielding stocks on the market.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's take a look.

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Financial Shares

Buying IAG shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are IAG shares worth a look for dividends?

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Bank Shares

Owned CBA shares for 10 years? Here's how much money you've made

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA has been generous to investors over the past decade...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a very happy Friday indeed on the ASX.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre Thursday session for investors.

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Bank Shares

This is the ASX bank stock I would buy today for franked dividend income

| Sebastian Bowen

Some ASX bank stocks are more equal than others.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tough Wednesday for investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre Tuesday session on the ASX today.

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Bank Shares

6.4%: Are Bank of Queensland shares a buy for dividends today?

| Sebastian Bowen

With full franking, is this yield too good to pass up?

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Technology Shares

Buying WiseTech Global shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

WiseTech shares have had a very interesting month...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy start to the trading week this Monday.

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A neon sign says 'Top Ten'.
Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough one on the markets this Thursday.

Read more »

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy hump day for ASX investors.

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Energy Shares

Buying Woodside shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Does this oil giant measure up for income?

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Index investing

VAS vs VSO: Do small-cap stocks beat the ASX 300?

| Sebastian Bowen

Vanguard's most popular ETFs are tough to choose between.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another rough day on the markets.

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Dividend Investing

Buying Metcash shares? Here's the yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Metcash seemingly has a lot to offer investors right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre start to the trading week today.

Read more »

A woman's hand draws a stylised 'Top Ten' on a projected surface.
Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough Friday session to end the week for investors.

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