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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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Dividend Investing

This popular ASX dividend stock has a 10% yield. That's a problem

| Sebastian Bowen

Not all is as it seems with this popular stock.

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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 today.

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Dividend Investing

Earnings season: 2 ASX income shares that just hiked their dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors just scored big dividend hikes from these stocks.

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Bank Shares

Buying NAB shares after the sell-off? Here's the dividend yield you'll get

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB released its latest quarterly update this morning.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 14% today: Are JB Hi-Fi shares now a bargain-bin buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could JB's plunge mean a bargain buy?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tough end to a rough week for investors.

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Bank Shares

Here's how much CBA shares would have to fall for a 4% dividend yield

| Sebastian Bowen

What would it take for CBA to get back to a proper bank dividend yield?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another rough ride for investors this Thursday.

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Bank Shares

Revealed: The ASX bank share with the highest dividend yield today

| Sebastian Bowen

The highest-yielding bank right now might surprise you.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a Wednesday that left investors wanting today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX was back to the races this Tuesday.

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Gold

My rocketing ASX stock is up 28% in 12 days. Time to sell?

| Sebastian Bowen

If not now, when?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Why I would buy this safe ASX ETF with a 4% yield

| Sebastian Bowen

There aren't many ETFs that offer a safe 4% yield and monthly payouts.

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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 this Monday.

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Bank Shares

Westpac shares plunge 5.9%: Is the dividend safe?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can Westpac keep the lights on?

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How to invest

The simple investing strategy anyone can use to get rich

| Sebastian Bowen

Anyone can use this simple recipe to grow richer.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lukewarm end to a stunning trading week today.

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Dividend Investing

4.55% yield: I'd buy this monthly ASX dividend stock today

| Sebastian Bowen

Big upfront yield and monthly dividends... What's not to like?

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Retirement

2 Australian income stocks perfect for retirement

| Sebastian Bowen

I think investors can buy and hold these stocks for decades.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Records tumbled this Thursday.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend stock is growing its payouts like clockwork

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd buy every share of this company if I could afford it.

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ASX Share Market News

Big news: ASX 200 hits another record high

| Sebastian Bowen

Another day, another record high for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Buying ASX monthly dividend shares: The pros and cons

| Sebastian Bowen

Is there a downside to more frequent dividends?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was one for the record books this Wednesday.

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How to invest

Buying ASX shares: 3 things I look for

| Sebastian Bowen

Make sure these boxes are ticked before you buy.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was an exceedingly positive Tuesday for investors.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Up 100%, down 40%: Meet the ASX's craziest ETF

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF's performance will shock anyone.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were treated to a happy start to the trading week this Monday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX scraped a win this Friday to close the week.

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Retirement

Building the ultimate Vanguard ETF retirement portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

ETFs can be a retiree's best friend.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rather miserable Thursday on the ASX today.

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Resources Shares

Monster dividend: Are Rio Tinto shares a buy for income today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This latest dividend is a doozy.

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Growth Shares

Looking for both growth and income? This ASX share is the perfect choice

| Sebastian Bowen

You don't always have to choose between growth and income.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a wonderful day on the markets.

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How to invest

ASX investors have a once-in-a-decade opportunity for safe cash flow

| Sebastian Bowen

This window might not be open for long.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another pleasant session on the ASX this Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy these 3 ASX dividend stocks for dependable income

| Sebastian Bowen

These dividend stocks are about as reliable as you can get...

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Dynamic AI? This ASX ETF just got a makeover

| Sebastian Bowen

What's got this ETF's GOAT?

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Retirement

The great debate: Should you choose ASX shares or ETFs for your retirement?

| Sebastian Bowen

Retirees are spoiled for choice when it comes to investments these days.

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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 for investors this Monday.

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