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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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How to invest

With more US rate cuts projected, are fund managers buying or selling US stocks?

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These experts reckon the US isn't done just yet.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another depressing session for investors today.

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Dividend Investing

Heres a 5-stock portfolio to consider to aim for $1k a month in passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these five income stocks are the best the ASX has to offer.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tough hump day for ASX investors.

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Bank Shares

'Under threat': Why ANZ's 5% dividend might be in danger

| Sebastian Bowen

Experts think ANZ's cherished dividend might be on the chopping block.

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Bank Shares

Where could CBA stock be in 3 years?

| Sebastian Bowen

I think CBA shares are the next CSL...

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Best Shares

From $1,000 to $10,000: How this Australian stock could multiply your money

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock has beaten the market for 25 years.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a solid performance from the Australian market this Tuesday.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

SOLDA? Here's why Soul Patts shares look a little different today

| Sebastian Bowen

Something strange has happened to Soul Patts shares today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sour start to the trading week this session.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

It's time to say farewell to Brickworks shares on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

It's the end of an era.

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ETFs

Australian fund managers are piling into this Asian market. How you can join them with ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

Experts are turning to a red hot market overseas, and ordinary investors can join them.

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Cryptocurrencies

Is it better to buy Bitcoin directly, or use Bitcoin ETFs?

| Sebastian Bowen

Owning Bitcoin has never been easier on the ASX.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were back to selling this Thursday.

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Best Shares

ASX stock picks from Australia's top fund managers

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts still reckon there are buys out there.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares finally reversed their losses today.

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Dividend Investing

A hefty 3.5% dividend yield and 10% underpriced to fair value, is it time for me to buy this ASX passive income gem?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some stocks are expensive right now, but there are still bargains to be found.

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Dividend Investing

Don't fall for WAM Capital's 8.7% dividend: Buy this monthly high-yield ETF instead

| Sebastian Bowen

Be wary of a suspiciously high dividend yield...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another tough day for investors this session.

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How to invest

Gold and the S&P 500 just hit new records. Where should I invest $5,000 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors shouldn't be put off by high stock prices.

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Financial Shares

5.1% yield! Should I jump on this ASX 200 financial stock for my portfolio?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a fully-franked 5.1% yield too good to be true right now?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a Garfield-esque start to the trading week.

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Value Investing

S&P 500 hits another record. Where I still see value in the US market

| Sebastian Bowen

I still see plenty of value on Wall Street.

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Superannuation

10 US dividend stocks I'd buy for a superannuation fund today

| Sebastian Bowen

I think any super fund would benefit from these US stocks...

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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 today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

3.4% yield! Should I jump on this ASX 200 consumer staples share for my portfolio?

| Sebastian Bowen

Brokers are united on what happens next for this stock.

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Dividend Investing

$1K buys 210 shares in this stunning 3.6% yielding ASX dividend stock

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock is an underrated high-flyer.

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Dividend Investing

Earnings season: 2 more blue chip ASX dividend stocks that increased their 2025 payouts

| Sebastian Bowen

Shareholders have received a pay rise from these stocks in 2025.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

August has seen the highest ever Wesfarmers share price. Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can you pay too much for quality? Here's my take.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX recorded its first gain of the week today.

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Gold

Could the gold price surpass US$4,500? This expert thinks so

| Sebastian Bowen

Gold's rise isn't even close to ending, according to this expert.

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Dividend Investing

A perfect 4.5% dividend stock paying cash every month in a volatile market

| Sebastian Bowen

This investment will pay you a dividend every month.

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Best Shares

Is the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) the smartest investment you can make today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Buffett himself might approve.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

This week's selling accelerated this session.

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Cheap Shares

This 3.5% yielding ASX 100 dividend stock is at a 52-week low! Time to consider buying?

| Sebastian Bowen

This blue-chip stock is at a six-year low right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors endured more selling this Tuesday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing start to the week's trading.

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Healthcare Shares

ASX health insurance shares: Does Macquarie still prefer NIB over Medibank Private shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert has a clear favourite here.

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Financial Shares

IAG shares are racing higher today. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

IAG has finally put this merger to bed.

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Superannuation

10 ASX dividend stocks I'd buy for a superannuation fund today

| Sebastian Bowen

You could hold these 10 stocks for decades.

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