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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

No US-China reset on the cards. Is the ASX screwed?

| Sebastian Bowen

The Biden Administration has signalled that there will be no major changes to its attitude towards China. What does that…

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Share Market News

Up in smoke! Why ASX cannabis shares are having a bleary day

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX cannabis shares like Cann Group Ltd (ASX: CAN) are not getting high today. Here's why the smoke might be…

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Share Market News

Why the Amcor (ASX:AMC) share price is having a rough start to 2021

| Sebastian Bowen

The Amcor CDI (ASX: AMC) share price is having a rough start to the year, down 5%. Here's why this…

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Share Market News

Here are the US shares ASX investors are buying

| Sebastian Bowen

Tesla and Apple are among the most popular US shares that ASX investors have been buying recently. Here's what we…

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Share Market News

The AWN Holdings (ASX:AWN) share price is up 36% today. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

The AWN Holdings Ltd (ASX: AWN) share price is rocketing today, climbing more than 36%. An electric battery announcement is…

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⏸️ ASX Shares

3 reasons Aussies should love the ASX share market

| Sebastian Bowen

Franking credits and a clear regulatory framework are two of the reasons I think Aussies should be grateful for the…

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Share Market News

Will Joe Biden's election help an Australia-China reset?

| Sebastian Bowen

Now US President Biden has been inaugurated, will there be a reset in the China-Australia relationship? The signs, unfortunately, aren't…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: Change in America spurs ASX 200 higher

| 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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⏸️ Risk Managment

RBA might end QE in 2021! Will the ASX bubble burst?

| Sebastian Bowen

Reports are suggesting that the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA)'s quantitative easing (QE) program could be coming to an end.

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

3 top ASX dividend shares to buy for 2021 and beyond

| Sebastian Bowen

Tesltra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) is one of the 3 ASX dividend shares for income investors to buy today for…

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Share Market News

What a dramatic day in the US could mean for ASX shares in 2021

| Sebastian Bowen

With US President Joe Biden now in office, here are some policy changes that could affect ASX investors in 2021…

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Share Market News

Here's why the Saracen (ASX:SAR) share price is outperforming today

| Sebastian Bowen

Saracen Mineral Holding Limited (ASX: SAR) shares are rising today after the ASX gold miner reported some quarterly numbers

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Share Market News

Here are the US shares ASX investors are buying

| Sebastian Bowen

Tesla (TSLA) and ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK) are amongst the US shares that ASX investors have been buying over the…

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Share Market News

Here's why 25-bagger Latin Resources (ASX:LRS) is making news today

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the Latin Resources Ltd (ASX: LSR) share price has exploded by 2,500% over the past year and in…

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Why Fox (NASDAQ:FOX) might hurt News Corp (ASX:NWS) shareholders

| Sebastian Bowen

News Corporation (ASX: NWS) might be facing some existential threats from its American cousins over the riots on 6 January

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Share Market News

Is Transurban (ASX:TCL) set to expand, with WestConnex in its sights?

| Sebastian Bowen

Transurban Group (ASX: TCL) is poised to acquire the remaining stake of Sydney's WestConnex, which will tighten its grip on…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Hazer Group (ASX:HZR) share price surges 14%

| Sebastian Bowen

The Hazer Group Ltd (ASX: HZR) share price is surging today, up 13% at the time of writing. Here's why…

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Share Market News

Top fundie Hyperion to launch new growth ETF

| Sebastian Bowen

Top fundie Hyperion is set to launch a new global growth ETF on the ASX later this year. Here's a…

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Resources Shares

Here's why the Newcrest (ASX:NCM) share price is underperforming

| Sebastian Bowen

The Newcrest Mining Ltd (ASX: NCM) share price has been underperforming its other ASX gold mining peers of late. Let's…

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What does 'good diversification' mean in 2021?

| Sebastian Bowen

What does 'good diversification' mean in 2021? Are shares enough? Or should investors chase bonds, gold, or even bitcoin?

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Share Market News

RBA warns that low rates don't come without cost

| Sebastian Bowen

Does quantitative easing (QE) and zero interest rates a giant free lunch for ASX investors? The RBA is warning that…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

ASX dividends: Are miners the new bank shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

With ASX banking dividends drying up in 2020, is the answer for income investors ASX miners like BHP Group Ltd…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: ASX drops despite promises of more US stimulus

| 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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⏸️ Dividend Shares

2 ASX dividend shares with yields over 5% right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX: TLS) is one of 2 ASX dividend shares offering fully franked yields greater than 5% right…

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Share Market News

Joe Biden unveils massive US$1.9 trillion coronavirus stimulus package

| Sebastian Bowen

US President-elect Joe Biden has just unveiled a massive US$1.9 trillion coronavirus stimulus package to boost the US economy.

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Share Market News

Top fundie Hamish Douglass warns of ASX share market FOMO

| Sebastian Bowen

Top ASX fund manager Hamish Douglass of Magellan (ASX: MFG) has warned investors not to get too carried away with…

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2 ASX ETFs to buy for 2021 and beyond

| Sebastian Bowen

The BetaShares Asian Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA) is one of 2 ASX ETFs to consider for good returns in…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Here's why ASX bank shares might juice up their dividends in 2021

| Sebastian Bowen

How much in fully franked dividends will the ASX banks like Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA) pay out in…

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International Stock News

US decides against delisting Tencent and other Chinese giants

| Sebastian Bowen

Chinese giants like Alibaba Group Holdings Ltd (NYSE: BABA) will not be delisted from American share markets. Here's what that…

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How to invest

3 reasons we might see higher ASX share prices in 2021

| Sebastian Bowen

How will ASX shares fare in 2021? Here are 3 reasons why we could see another great year for investors…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: AVA Risk Group (ASX:AVA) share price rockets 30%

| Sebastian Bowen

The Ava Risk Group Ltd (ASX: AVA) share price is rocketing today, up 26% at the time of writing. Here's…

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Bank Shares

Does Xinja's downfall mean neobanks are dead?

| Sebastian Bowen

Neobank Xinja is officially closing its doors today. Are neobanks dead, or is this an isolated case in the banking…

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Share Fallers

The AGL (ASX:AGL) share price just hit a 12-year low

| Sebastian Bowen

The AGL Energy Limited (ASX: AGL) share price has just hit its lowest level in almost 13 years. Is any…

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Share Gainers

ASX energy shares exploded today. Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX energy shares like Oil Search Limited (ASX: OSH) are exploding today. Is it too late to get a piece…

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⏸️ Risk Managment

Will the ASX see a share market bubble in 2021?

| Sebastian Bowen

After a better-than-expected 2020, will the ASX share market see a bubble in 2021? This commentator thinks so, here's why

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Share Market News

5 reasons inflation might bite ASX investors in 2021

| Sebastian Bowen

Will inflation come back and bite ASX share market investors in 2021? One commentator thinks there are 5 reasons why…

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Share Market News

Here are the US shares ASX investors are buying in 2021 so far

| Sebastian Bowen

Tesla (TSLA), Nio (NIO) and Apple (AAPL) are amongst the most popular US shares that ASX investors have been buying…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Acrux (ASX:ACR) shares soar 36% on FDA approval

| Sebastian Bowen

Acrux Limited (ASX: ACR) shares are soaring today after the pharma company gained a coveted FDA approval from the US…

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Share Market News

Are the recent US elections turbocharging the ASX 200?

| Sebastian Bowen

The recent US Senate elections have fired up both American markets and the ASX 200. Here's why investors are so…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Fortescue (ASX:FMG) share price is up 12% in a month

| Sebastian Bowen

The Fortescue Metals Group Limited (ASX: FMG) share price has been on fire lately. What's behind this company's amazing gains?

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