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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 Market News

Magellan (ASX:MFG) is launching a new retirement fund. Here's what we know

| Sebastian Bowen

Magellan has finally released details about its new retirement-focused product. Here are the details

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Technology Shares

Why did ASX tech shares like Afterpay (ASX:APT) have such a good day?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some tech companies managed to handily outperform the ASX 200 Index today. Here's why they might have received a boost.

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Bank Shares

NAB (ASX:NAB) signals no rate hikes until 2025. What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

Interest rates are likely to flatline for a few years yet.

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Economy

Future Fund warns of inflation

| Sebastian Bowen

The Future Fund is normally an institution that Australians look to for comfort and stability. After all, the $179 billion…

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Gold

Here's why gold shares are up on the ASX 200 today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX gold miners are up today. Here's why investors might be looking for a safe haven.

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ETFs

This tech ETF has returned 30% for ASX investors in the past year

| Sebastian Bowen

How one EFT has tracked the Nasdaq 100 index with impressive results

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Share Market News

Here are the US shares ASX investors were buying last week

| Sebastian Bowen

Tesla, GameStop and Coinbase were among the most popular US shares that ASX investors were checking out last week. Here's…

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Share Market News

There's now extra pressure on the Kogan (ASX:KGN) share price to perform

| Sebastian Bowen

There will be extra pressure on Kogan co-founders to deliver a share price recovery if they want a big payout.…

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52-Week Highs

Here's why the Betmakers (ASX:BET) share price just hit a 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

Betmakers shares are hitting the heights today. So what is getting investors so excited?

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Share Gainers

Why the Audio Pixels (ASX:AKP) share price jumped 7% this morning

| Sebastian Bowen

Audio Pixels shares are enjoying some gains today. Here's why this tech company is getting some green.

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ESG

An ASX investor's guide to ESG-focused ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

Some tips on aligning your portfolio to your principles

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares that could be a buy for income today

| Sebastian Bowen

Rural Funds Group is one of 2 ASX dividend shares that could be a buy for robust shareholder income right…

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Share Fallers

Why is the AMP (ASX:AMP) share price falling again today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The AMP share price is near its all-time low. So what's going on?

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How to invest

How to tell if an ASX 200 share is risky

| Sebastian Bowen

Hint: Warren Buffett's 'a bird in the hand' maxim applies.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: ASX whipsaws in volatile week

| Sebastian Bowen

Here on our ASX 200 Foolish Weekly Wrap, we look at the things that moved the S&P/ASX 200 Index and…

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Share Gainers

These 2 shares topped the ASX 200 today

| Sebastian Bowen

Kogan.com Ltd (ASX: KGN) and Gold Road Resources Ltd (ASX: GOR) were 2 of the best performing ASX 200 shares…

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Bank Shares

Commonwealth Bank (ASX:CBA) hikes interest rates. Is the RBA wrong?

| Sebastian Bowen

CommBank has just lifted interest rates on its fixed-loan products.

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Dividend Investing

Are ASX dividend ETFs worth investing in for income?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it worth investing in ASX dividend ETFs like the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (ASX: VHY)? There's never…

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is the A2 Milk (ASX:A2M) share price up 7% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The A2 Milk Company Ltd (ASX: A2M) share price is recovering strongly today from its 52-week low after receiving some…

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares that could offer yields of 5% or more today

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles and Telstra are both offering fully franked yields of 5% or more today

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Bank Shares

Can the Commonwealth Bank (ASX:CBA) share price crack $100?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can the CommBank share price break the $100 a share level that has haunted investors for 6 years?

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Share market uncertainty
Economy

Lower ASX 200 shares? The ground is moving on interest rates

| Sebastian Bowen

What happens to ASX shares if the US Federal Reserve raises rates following inflation? The answer might be worth considering…

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Share Market News

The Nuenergy Gas (ASX:NGY) share price has rocketed 151% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Nuenergy Gas share price is on fire today, up more than 150%.

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Technology Shares

Appen (ASX:APX) share price rises further following investor presentation

| Sebastian Bowen

The Appen share price has continued its good form and risen again today. Here's the latest on this ASX WAAAX…

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Energy Shares

Woodside Petroleum (ASX:WPL) and ASX oil shares face a new threat

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX oil shares like Woodside Petroleum Ltd (ASX: WPL) might be under pressure from Iranian oil coming to market, Here's…

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ETFs

ESG investing? Demand for ASX ethical ETFs is on the rise

| Sebastian Bowen

Ethical ETFs are rising in popularity for ASX investors, especially millennials, keen to tap into ESG concerns. Here's what the…

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Share Gainers

Why is the Bubs Australia (ASX:BUB) share price on fire today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The Bubs Australia Ltd (ASX: BUB) share price is on fire today, up more than 6%. Why is this company…

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Share Fallers

AGL share price hits lowest level since 2004 as dividend tops 10%

| Sebastian Bowen

The AGL Energy Limited (ASX: AGL) share price has just hit a new multi-year low under $8 a share. With…

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Bank Shares

ASX bank shares primed for dividend bonanza

| Sebastian Bowen

Are ASX bank shares like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) about to start paying heavier dividends in 2021? Quite…

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ETFs

Data shows millennials love investing in ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

New research from BetaShares shows that exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have never been more popular. Especially for younger investors.

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International Stock News

Here are the shares that Warren Buffett has been buying (and selling) lately

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to know what shares the world's greatest investor Warren Buffett, of Berkshire Hathaway, has been buying and selling? Look…

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Share Market News

Here are the US shares ASX investors were buying last week

| Sebastian Bowen

GameStop Corp (NYSE: GME) was one of the most popular US shares for ASX investors last week. Here are some…

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Resources Shares

Here's why Latitude Consolidated (ASX:LCD) shares are up 32% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Latitude Consolidated Ltd (ASX: LCD) share price is on fire today, rising more than 32% to a new all-time…

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Share Fallers

Here's why Centuria Capital (ASX:CNI) shares are falling 6% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Centuria Capital Group (ASX: CNI) share price is one of the most traded ASX shares today, dropping more than…

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ETFs

These 3 ASX ETFs are some of the cheapest on the market

| Sebastian Bowen

The Vanguard U.S. Total Market Shares Index ETF (ASX: VTS) is one of the 3 cheapest ASX exchange-traded funds (ETFs)…

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Dividend Investing

Forget Dogecoin! Here are 2 ASX dividend shares to buy for income today

| Sebastian Bowen

Why buy Dogecoin when ASX dividend shares like Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) can give you a fully franked income…

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Technology Shares

These ASX tech shares are down 50% from their 52-week highs

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares have not had a great month, or year. Here are 4 such shares, including Zip Co Ltd…

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Share Fallers

Why is the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price falling today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why is the Telstra Corporation Ltd( ASX: TLS) share price falling today when the ASX 200 is rising? nbn troubles…

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How to invest

Is ASX 200 share market volatility always a buying opportunity?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is ASX 200 share market volatility always translate into a share buying opportunity? The answer is not as simple as…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: After record high, ASX dips on inflation fears

| Sebastian Bowen

Here on our ASX 200 Foolish Weekly Wrap, we look at the things that moved the S&P/ASX 200 Index and…

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