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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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ETFs

Should you buy these high-performing ASX ETFs today?

| Sebastian Bowen

High returns don't always make for a sure thing...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX recorded its eighth day of gains in a row this Tuesday.

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Index investing

Should I ditch ASX 200 shares in favour of S&P 500 shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

I weigh up the pros and cons of both markets.

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Dividend Investing

1 ASX income stock paying $6.54 in dividends per share: Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts are rating this dividend machine as a buy today...

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Bank Shares

CBA vs Westpac: Which is the better buy for dividend income?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on which ASX bank is a better buy for dividends right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

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The ASX 200 managed to eke out a gain this Monday...

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Gold

ASX gold shares rocket as price tops US$2,500

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These gold stocks are smashing the markets today.

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Bank Shares

Want to bag the record CBA dividend? Here's what you need to do

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors don't have long to secure the bank's latest doozy of a dividend...

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Share Market News

Here's how the ASX 200 market sectors stacked up last week

| Sebastian Bowen

Last week's trading saw some huge gains made by investors...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a stunning end to the trading week for ASX shares today.

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Resources Shares

This is holding me back from buying BHP shares at 52-week lows

| Sebastian Bowen

I've noticed a disturbing pattern with the Big Australian's shares...

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52-Week Highs

GYG and these 12 ASX 200 shares just hit new 52-week highs!

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of the lucky shares hitting new highs this Friday?

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Dividend Investing

6 ASX 200 shares that will trade ex-dividend next week

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX 200 shares are about to pay out...

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Best Shares

Here's my ASX 200 watchlist for a stock market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are the two ASX shares that I can't wait to buy more of if the market crashes...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another great day for ASX investors this Thursday.

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Resources Shares

BHP shares hit 52-week low! Here's what brokers say will happen next

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP shares are now the same price as they were in January 2020.

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Communication Shares

Everything you need to know about the supercharged Telstra dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra has just revealed a chunky dividend rise for investors...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another great day for ASX shares this hump day...

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Technology Shares

These 5 ASX tech shares are smashing the market today

| Sebastian Bowen

Tech shares like Xero are smashing the markets this Wednesday.

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Economy

CBA boss: This will be the RBA's next move on interest rates

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA boss Matt Comyn thinks most economists are wrong on interest rates...

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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the record CBA dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's latest dividend has broken records...

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Share Market News

Who is Australia's Nancy Pelosi stock-picking equal?

| Sebastian Bowen

This member of parliament has bagged a 64.7% return since 2022...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another positive session for ASX shares this Tuesday...

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Retail Shares

Big ASX news: The JB Hi-Fi share price just hit another new record high!

| Sebastian Bowen

JB Hi-Fi shares have done it again...

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Healthcare Shares

Why are ASX healthcare shares dragging on the ASX 200 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Healthcare stocks are dragging on the markets today, led by one in particular...

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Healthcare Shares

Everything you need to know about the record CSL dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL's latest dividend is its biggest yet...

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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 for ASX shares today...

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Retail Shares

Up 7%: Why are ASX retail stocks rocketing today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Retailers like JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman are soaring today...

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Best Shares

An ASX stock I'd buy to target a 100% return!

| Sebastian Bowen

I think this ETF's growth is set to continue...

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Resources Shares

Want to secure Rio Tinto's 5.77% dividend yield? Here's what you need to do

| Sebastian Bowen

Time is rapidly running out to secure Rio's latest dividend...

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Energy Shares

Is the Woodside share price a buy for that 8.45% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are my thoughts on Woodside's dividend potential today...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a delightful end to the trading week for investors this Friday...

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Cryptocurrencies

Think the ASX has been volatile this week? Wait until you see the Bitcoin price

| Sebastian Bowen

Bitcoin has had the volatility of a yo-yo over the past week...

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Dividend Investing

I'm considering 920 shares in this ASX 200 gem to aim for $50 a month in dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm eyeing off this dividend stock right now for its income potential...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The recovery for the ASX ended today with the markets recording a slight drop.

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Technology Shares

Is this the real reason Block stock is down 11% in a week?

| Sebastian Bowen

Block's big drop this week might have an unusual culprit...

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Travel Shares

Webjet shares drop as demerger plans advance

| Sebastian Bowen

It looks as though investors have some reservations about the upcoming demerger...

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Healthcare Shares

Will next week's earnings slingshot CSL shares higher?

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL will give investors its latest report card next Tuesday...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed another recovery day on the ASX this Wednesday...

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International Stock News

Will you receive dividends if you buy NVIDIA stock today?

| Sebastian Bowen

We know Nvidia can deliver growth but what about income?

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