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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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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was brought back to earth today in a horrible way.

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How to invest

Are you still trying to time Mr Market?

| Sebastian Bowen

This bit of Warren Buffett wisdom could save you a fortune on the stock market.

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Materials Shares

What's happening with ASX uranium shares today?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been a nasty start to the week for uranium investors.

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How to invest

With a spare $500, here's how I'd start buying ASX shares this March

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I would spend my first $500 on ASX shares right now.

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How to invest

Why you need to stop meddling with your ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

As Warren Buffett says, less is more when it comes to investing.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was an absolutely delightful end to the trading week this Friday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This ASX 300 company director just cashed out $16 million worth of shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Should investors be worried when a CFO cashes out $16 million?

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares with yields above 5% (but are they safe?)

| Sebastian Bowen

High-yielding shares or traps? Here's my take.

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Dividend Investing

13 ASX 200 shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of the shares scheduled to go 'ex-div' next week?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy session for the ASX today, with almost all sectors rising.

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Financial Shares

Up 7%: This All Ords stock reported some big ASX news today

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX stock reported an astonishing metric this morning.

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Opinions

Is it too late to buy Soul Patts stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

Don't let a high stock price stop you from buying a quality ASX share.

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Personal Finance

Is 60 too old to start buying ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's never too late to benefit from the wonders of the share market.

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Personal Finance

Becoming a millionaire: Why savings accounts aren't the answer

| Sebastian Bowen

Even high-interest savings accounts can't compete with the returns of ASX shares.

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Cryptocurrencies

The Betashares Crypto Innovators ETF (CRYP) is up 37% in a month. Is it too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking at the CRYP ETF? Here's my take on whether it's too late to buy.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 staged a remarkable recovery this afternoon.

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Economy

How will today's GDP numbers hit the ASX (and interest rates)?

| Sebastian Bowen

The share market is climbing despite this bad economic news.

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Materials Shares

Could the big short of ASX lithium stocks be nearing its end?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on what lithium shorters might do next.

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Opinions

5 ASX shares to buy for an effortless path to financial freedom

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are five ASX shares that I think can help you to become financially free.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another shaky day for ASX shares this Tuesday.

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ETFs

Are these record-breaking ASX ETFs now too expensive to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should you ever buy an ETF at an all-time high?

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Materials Shares

Why are ASX lithium shares like Pilbara Minerals crashing on Tuesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Lithium stocks are getting another whack today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

How is the Coles share price down 3% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles investors should be delighted with the company's share price drop today.

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Dividend Investing

3 all-star ASX dividend stocks I'd own in retirement to combat falling interest rates

| Sebastian Bowen

I reckon these three dividend stocks will be worth holding when rates are cut.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a wild day for ASX 200 shares, with a new record high.

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Retirement

How much superannuation should I have by age 30?

| Sebastian Bowen

Thirty-somethings have a lot of work to do when it comes to super.

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Bank Shares

CBA shares rally to new record high. Is $196 billion too much for this banking giant?

| Sebastian Bowen

I think CBA shares have a number of problems right now...

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Bank Shares

Is it too late to buy Westpac shares at a fresh 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

I see only one reason to buy Westpac shares today.

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Dividend Investing

5 ASX 200 shares that boosted their dividends this earnings season

| Sebastian Bowen

These five popular ASX 200 blue chip shares just gave investors a dividend pay rise.

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Technology Shares

How to invest in the magnificent seven stocks on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to invest in the magnificent seven? It's easy on the ASX.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 clocked a few new all-time highs this Friday.

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Dividend Investing

34 ASX 200 shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of the 34 stocks set to cut off dividend eligibility next week?

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Technology Shares

The Nasdaq just hit a fresh all-time high. What could it mean for Aussie investors?

| Sebastian Bowen

With the Nasdaq at fresh highs, ASX tech shares are reaping the benefits.

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ETFs

14% in 4 months: How has the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS) managed it?

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETF investors have had a massive few months.

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Dividend Investing

Want to cash the latest Coles dividend? Here's what you need to do

| Sebastian Bowen

You'll need to hurry if you want Coles' next dividend payment.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 had a Thursday to remember today.

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BNPL shares

Shares sold: Why Zip is under fire from its own shareholders

| Sebastian Bowen

Some Zip investors had their shares sold without their knowledge.

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ETFs

4 hot ASX ETFs smashing all-time highs on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

ETFs are on fire this Thursday.

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Healthcare Shares

What's going on with the Medibank share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Shareholders will be happy to see Medibank shares drop in value today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough day for ASX 200 investors this Wednesday.

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