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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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Blue Chip Shares

2 blue-chip ASX shares that offer 4% dividend yields

| Sebastian Bowen

It's hard to find yields this high right now.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Macquarie tips 45% upside for this ASX All Ords media stock

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert is confident on this one.

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ETFs

Looking to beat the market? Try these 2 ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETFs have beaten the market for at least five years.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a nasty Tuesday for investors today.

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Cheap Shares

A forecast dividend yield of 5% and 12% undervalued, is it time for me to buy more of this ASX powerhouse?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's rare to find a quality investment at a 12% discount right now.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 8% but still a perfect buy for long-term passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

This blue chip stock's dividend yield has risen sharply since September.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a bumpy but positive start to the trading week today.

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Best Shares

The only 2 ASX shares I'd hold forever

| Sebastian Bowen

The very best stocks move with the times.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Does Macquarie rate Endeavour Group shares a buy, hold or sell?

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at an expert's analysis on this embattled ASX share.

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Dividend Investing

1 practically perfect ASX stock down 12% to buy now for lifelong income

| Sebastian Bowen

This income heavyweight hasn't been this cheap in months.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the ResMed share price down 4.9% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors seem to have changed their minds on Resmed over the weekend.

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International Stock News

Has Warren Buffett's Berkshire been buying or selling stocks?

| Sebastian Bowen

Berkshire Hathaway has just released its latest quarterly report.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy Thursday session for the markets today.

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Gold

Want to buy gold? Try these ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

You can buy gold without worrying about heavy bars or coins.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing hump day for investors today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 3.8% in September, is the Coles share price run coming to an end?

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles had a month to forget over September.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 7.3%: Inside Woolworths stock's horror September

| Sebastian Bowen

Things went from bad to worse for Woolies over September.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sobering Tuesday session for investors.

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Share Fallers

Down 14%: What's going on with the Soul Patts share price this month?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors seem to have lost interest now that the merger is done.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Index investing

These ASX index funds have returned at least 15% per annum since 2022

| Sebastian Bowen

These funds have done even better than the ASX since 2022.

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Technology Shares

Own WiseTech shares? The CEO just sold $240 million worth

| Sebastian Bowen

Should investors be worried about this heavy selling?

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ETFs

These ASX ETFs have returned 15%-plus over the past 5 years

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETFs have been growing investors' money fast.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) finished up the trading week on a positive note this Friday, following on from…

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Best Shares

These ASX 200 blue-chip shares have returned double-digits over the past 10 years

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these winners?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors managed to enjoy a small gain this Thursday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares took a big step down today.

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Dividend Investing

The only Aussie stock you'll need for lifelong income

| Sebastian Bowen

You only need one stock to start a second income.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another pleasant day for investors this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

How does the ASX compare to international markets?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX has been good in 2025, but have other countries been better?

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Opinions

ASX shares: Is there a reckoning coming?

| Sebastian Bowen

I think it's a precarious time for ASX shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a strong start to the week's trading for ASX shares this Monday.

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Financial Shares

Macquarie shares: A good choice for dividend income?

| Sebastian Bowen

Does Macquarie measure up on the income department?

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Best Shares

I own this ASX ETF for both growth and dividend income

| Sebastian Bowen

I think this rare stock offers the best of both worlds.

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Superannuation

These are the assets you should have in your superannuation fund

| Sebastian Bowen

A 'balanced' fund might not suit every Australian.

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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 this Friday.

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How to invest

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

| Sebastian Bowen

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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