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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

One ASX dividend machine I'd buy over Fortescue shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to dividends, growth can be better than a high yield.

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Opinions

Here are my top 4 ASX shares to buy right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are the four ASX shares I would buy today if I won the lottery.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors once again pulled back from record highs today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Have ASX investors missed their chance to buy Woolworths shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

After a sharp recovery, Woolworths shares might not be on sale anymore...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day and another record high for ASX shares this Wednesday.

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Record Highs

Here's why the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) just hit an all-time ASX high

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own this ETF, you've had a great day.

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Share Fallers

What's next for Droneshield stock after Tuesday's 22% drop

| Sebastian Bowen

DroneShield shares crashed yesterday. What's next for the company?

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Dividend Investing

Is the 9.2% dividend yield on Fortescue shares too tempting to pass up?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a 9.2% dividend yield too good to be true? Here's what I think.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to earth for ASX investors this Tuesday.

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ETFs

Own the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)? Here's how much you'll get paid today

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's VAS paycheque might disappoint some investors.

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Share Fallers

Big ASX news! DroneShield share price crashes 31%

| Sebastian Bowen

DroneShield shares are enduring a stunning fall from grace today.

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Bank Shares

Westpac and three other ASX 200 bank shares smashing new multi-year highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own ASX bank shares, you're probably having a great day.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

We saw another new record high for ASX shares today.

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares hit new 52-week high! What's next?

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX experts reckon CSL investors are still in for a treat.

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Record Highs

ASX 200 shatters record. Why it could still be 'relatively cheap' to invest

| Sebastian Bowen

For the first time ever today, the ASX 200 is leading with an '8'.

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Share Fallers

Why it's lights out at ASX-listed Star Casino until further notice

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's Star news was the last thing investors needed to hear.

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Superannuation

What are the average returns for growth superannuation funds?

| Sebastian Bowen

Growth super funds are outperforming balanced funds over every time period right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was certainly a day to remember for ASX investors this Friday...

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Bank Shares

3 reasons everyone's talking about CBA shares this week

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA has been blazing new territory this week in more than one way.

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Economy

US inflation easing: What does it mean for ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

If America cuts interest rates, will Australia be next?

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Record Highs

ASX 200 re-writes history. Which companies are leading the charge?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 is finishing the week with a bang.

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International Stock News

Is it too late for ASX investors to start buying US shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should ASX investors start taking the gains from US shares like Nvidia off the table?

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Dividend Investing

Why I keep buying shares of this 5%-yielding ASX dividend stock

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I bought shares of this blue-chip stock when they were yielding over 5%.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed a day to remember this Thursday...

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Gold

Big ASX news: Newmont shares hit new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own Newmont stock, you're in for a treat today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's what ASX brokers are saying about Guzman y Gomez shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX brokers are united on where GYG shares are going next.

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Dividend Investing

Is the fully franked 6.2% yield on Bank of Queensland shares for real right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a fully-franked 6.22% yield too good to be true?

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International Stock News

Which US shares are ASX investors buying in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX's most popular US shares contain some familiar names...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

After yesterday's gains, the ASX 200 was back to reality this Wednesday.

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52-Week Highs

2 ASX All Ords shares (and one ETF) smashing new highs while the market sinks

| Sebastian Bowen

These lucky stocks are bucking the market today.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how ASX investors can build a meaty second income starting from scratch

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my roadmap for new investors chasing a second source of income.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I'd give a wide berth to in today's stock market

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I'd avoid these two ASX shares like the plague right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors finally caught a break this Tuesday.

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Dividend Investing

How much cash do you need to quit work and live off ASX dividend income?

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividends are the best path to an early retirement for most Australians...

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Bank Shares

This insider just bought a bucketload of NAB shares

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB insiders have been busy in 2024 so far...

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Healthcare Shares

Up 127% in 2024, why this ASX healthcare stock is surging again this month

| Sebastian Bowen

How has this company pulled off a 127% gain in 2024?

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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's trading today.

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Dividend Investing

These 5 ASX dividend shares had the highest yields in FY24

| Sebastian Bowen

A high dividend yield isn't always a good thing...

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ETFs

Does the VanEck Wide Moat ETF really have an 8% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is an 8% dividend yield too good to be true?

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ETFs

Can the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) give ASX investors another 32% in FY25?

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a stellar year for this ETF in FY24. But what about FY25?

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