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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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Bank Shares

How will ANZ shares react to a big week of ASX news?

| Sebastian Bowen

ANZ shares got some good news today, but might get even better news tomorrow.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the record Cochlear dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

The latest Cochlear dividend will disappoint no one.

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Earnings Results

Cochlear share price falls despite 29% dividend boost

| Sebastian Bowen

Cochlear has reported some big numbers today.

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Retirement

Is 50 too late to start buying ASX shares for retirement?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are you worried about retirement? Then read this.

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International Stock News

What can ASX investors learn from Warren Buffett's latest buys and sells?

| Sebastian Bowen

We've just found out what Buffett's been buying and selling recently.

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Opinions

Here's why I'll be watching the Medibank results like a hawk

| Sebastian Bowen

There's one thing I'll be paying close attention to next week.

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Opinions

Here's why I can't wait for Soul Patts' shares to report next month

| Sebastian Bowen

This company has me more excited than any other this earnings season.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a great finish to the trading week today.

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Dividend Investing

7 ASX 200 shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

If you want any of these dividends, you'd better hurry.

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the new Wesfarmers dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Wesfarmers will be paying out its highest interim dividend since 2019 this year.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was back to the races today.

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Materials Shares

How have Sayona Mining shares risen 25% in just 2 days?

| Sebastian Bowen

What on earth is going on with Sayona shares?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Last time this ASX 300 stock reported results, it surged 19%. Will it deliver again next week?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could this ASX 300 stock delight investors again?

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52-Week Highs

Wesfarmers share price pops 5% to new high after dividend hike

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are loving what they saw from Wesfarmers this morning.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a horrid hump day for ASX 200 shares today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Guess which ASX 300 director just cashed in $2.3 million worth of company shares

| Sebastian Bowen

This director just sold 44% of his shares...

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Dividend Investing

Are Metcash shares worth buying for that fat 6% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Metcash may offer a high dividend yield, but is there anything else to like?

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Energy Shares

3 things to love about ASX uranium shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons uranium shares have further to climb.

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Share Fallers

How has this ASX 300 gold share managed to crash 50% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors have just lost half of their money with this stock.

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Index investing

Thinking about buying the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)? Here's what you're really buying

| Sebastian Bowen

An investment in this index fund could be VAS-tly more complicated than you'd think.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a wild day for investors on the ASX this Tuesday.

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Technology Shares

How is the BrainChip share price rocketing 27% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

If you own BrainChip shares, you're in for a treat today.

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52-Week Highs

Big news: 15 ASX 200 shares smashing 52-week highs this Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

52-week highs are falling like flies on the ASX 200 today.

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Dividend Investing

This 6.7% ASX dividend stock pays cash every month

| Sebastian Bowen

This high-yield ETF will pay you every month you own it.

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Materials Shares

How has the Arafura share price gained 13% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are reacting well to a big announcement yesterday evening.

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IPOs

Should you buy into an IPO or wait until shares start trading on the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

IPOs can be exciting, but also dangerous for investors.

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Dividend Investing

Transform $50 into monthly income: The best ASX dividend stocks under $50

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I'd build an income portfolio that will pay out every month.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sobering start to the week's trading for ASX 200 shares today.

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Bank Shares

Why the CBA dividend fountain will be in focus this week

| Sebastian Bowen

Will the banking giant's next dividend be larger than its last?

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Bank Shares

3 top ASX bank shares hit 52-week highs today: Is there still value to be found?

| Sebastian Bowen

The banks are flying high, but is it too late to buy?

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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the reduced JB Hi-Fi dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

JB's latest dividend might come as a disappointment...

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Retirement

What's the average Aussie superannuation balance at age 30, 40 and 50?

| Sebastian Bowen

The average super balance for a 30, 40 and 50-year old might shock you.

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Dividend Investing

ASX dividend shares: What's better, growth or consistency?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on high yields vs. growing yields.

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Best Shares

5 ASX shares to buy and hold forever in your investment portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are my five picks for a future-proof ASX share portfolio.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 wrapped up the trading week with a rise today.

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Dividend Investing

After tripling its dividends, is AGL a passive income share not to be missed?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is AGL back in my good books with its huge dividend increase?

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Opinions

2 picks I'd buy for my ASX share portfolio in February

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are two companies I think anyone can buy this month.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Earnings reports helped boost the ASX 200 to another gain today.

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REITs

2 ASX 200 shares making big moves on strong earnings

| Sebastian Bowen

These two REITs are soaring, despite swinging to big losses.

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Dividend Investing

Soul Patts shares: Here's how some investors are getting a 22% yield

| Sebastian Bowen

A 22% yield seems too good to be true...

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