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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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Dividend Investing

It's a big day for Woodside shares, here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Woodside investors have something to look forward to today...

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ETFs

Guess which ASX ETF has rocketed 31% in 2 weeks?

| Sebastian Bowen

How did this ETF rise so much in so little time?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rather woeful Wednesday for ASX shares today.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share is dragging down income investors in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

One ASX share was almost solely responsible for a dividend drought last quarter.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Coles shares rocketed 6% last quarter. What's next?

| Sebastian Bowen

Brokers weigh in on Coles' future...

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Dividend Investing

Own CSL shares? A record dividend is coming your way today

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's payout is CSL's largest yet.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares came back to earth this Tuesday.

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Energy Shares

The AGL share price has quietly soared 40% in 6 months. Is this why?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's not just earnings that have this expert excited.

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Retirement

Can you earn ASX dividend income and still get the pension?

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's find out.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a top start to the week, with yet another record high booked.

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How to invest

Why is your ASX stock portfolio like a bar of soap?

| Sebastian Bowen

The more you handle it, the smaller it gets.

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Dividend Investing

Big ASX income news! The special Woolworths dividend is arriving today

| Sebastian Bowen

Woolworths investors have a treat coming their way today.

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Index investing

Has the VAS ETF become too ASX bank heavy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are the banks a blessing and a curse for this popular ETF?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy conclusion to the trading week for ASX shares today.

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Materials Shares

Should I sell my Pilbara Minerals shares since they're the most shorted on the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the ASX's most shorted stock a sell?

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Bank Shares

2 problems with NAB shares

| Sebastian Bowen

I own NAB shares, but here's why I wouldn't buy more today.

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Bank Shares

Own CBA shares? Get ready for a historic dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA investors are getting a big payout today.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a cracking Thursday for ASX shares today...

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Technology Shares

Down 60% in 2024, this ASX 300 tech stock just hit a 3-year low. Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Do I think this stock is in the bargain bin or the rubbish bin?

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Dividend Investing

Here's why it's a great day to own Telstra shares

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a great day to own Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS) shares on the ASX this Thursday. The Telstra share…

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Dividend Investing

Worried about falling interest rates on savings? Buy these ASX dividend shares

| Sebastian Bowen

I would buy these dividend shares if I was worried about lower rates today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a woeful Wednesday for ASX 200 investors today.

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Dividend Investing

Own Coles shares? Today's your lucky day

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a great day to own Coles shares.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares boasting 10-year+ payment streaks

| Sebastian Bowen

These three stocks have long track records of raising their dividends.

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Gold

Should you be investing in ASX gold ETFs at all-time highs?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it too late to buy gold investments?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares took another tumble this Tuesday.

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BNPL shares

Are Zip shares headed for ASX large-cap status?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could Zip really become a large-cap blue chip?

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Dividend Investing

Own AGL shares? It's dividend payday for you!

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a good day to be an AGL shareholder.

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Investing Strategies

Why this top fundie just sold Woodside shares and topped up on these ASX 300 stocks instead

| Sebastian Bowen

This fund manager has sold out of Woodside. Here's what it bought instead.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough start to the week for ASX shares today.

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Best Shares

These S&P 500 stocks are on my watchlist for a stock market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd love to load the boat with these world-class stocks.

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ETFs

Why I think this unstoppable ASX ETF can beat the ASX 200 again in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm confident this ETF will continue to beat the market in 2025 and beyond.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 finished the trading week on a high.

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Cheap Shares

Why this ASX All Ords stock is 'extremely undervalued' right now

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert is calling the market's cheapest stock.

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AI Stocks

The ASX artificial intelligence (AI) stock that 'could reach $10.00+ per share in the next 2-3 years'

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons this AI stock is still a buy after a huge run.

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Dividend Investing

8 ASX All Ords shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these shares that are about to drop some cash?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why some investors are calling for Woolworths shares to be broken up

| Sebastian Bowen

Should Woolworths shrink to grow?

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Retirement

3 steps to prepare an investment portfolio for transition to retirement

| Sebastian Bowen

Retirees should think about investing differently.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 hit another new record this Thursday.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the ResMed share price taking a thumping on Thursday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors seem to be signalling out ResMed for punishment.

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