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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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52-Week Highs

ASX news: ANZ share price hits new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

ANZ is the latest big four bank to hit a new 52-week high.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares retreated for the second day in a row today.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 drops as RBA leaves interest rates unchanged at 4.35%

| Sebastian Bowen

It could be the RBA's tough language that is spooking investors today.

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Healthcare Shares

Why is the Cochlear share price tumbling 5% on Tuesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Cochlear shares are copping a belting this Tuesday from spooked investors.

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Opinions

7 must-see results this ASX reporting season before buying or selling

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are the key players I'll be watching this reporting season.

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Materials Shares

Core Lithium and 2 other ASX 200 lithium shares plunging to 52-week lows

| Sebastian Bowen

Lithium stocks like Core are exploring new lows today.

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Financial Shares

Down 1%: Here's why the Magellan share price is having an awful Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Magellan shares are sinking today after we got a look at January's numbers.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a brutal return to earth for ASX 200 shares today.

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Dividend Investing

Falling yields? I'd buy these ASX dividend beasts for a beefed-up income in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

With dividend yields predicted to fall this year, here's the shares I'm looking at.

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Earnings Results

Argo share price falls as profits drop 8%

| Sebastian Bowen

Argo had a tough first half of FY24.

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Bank Shares

Buying NAB shares? Here's why your dividend yield is down 20% in 8 months

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB's dividends aren't nearly as rewarding as they were just 8 months ago...

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Share Market News

Stocks on the rocks: Why the ASX 200 is backtracking from record highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

After clocking new record highs last week, why are ASX 200 investors abandoning ship today?

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Retail Shares

Here's why Premier Investments shares are on my ASX dividend watchlist

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm liking what I'm seeing with this dividend-paying retail stock.

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Energy Shares

Here's why Santos shares are making ASX news on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

Santos shareholders got some important news today.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX All Ords shares with ex-dividend dates in the next week

| Sebastian Bowen

These All Ords shares are about to cough up some cash for shareholders.

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Dividend Investing

Got $15,000? How I'd invest for a bulletproof ASX passive-income portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I would start a passive income portfolio with these five shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 hit a fresh new all-time high this Wednesday.

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Materials Shares

More bad news: Why Lake Resources shares plunged 5% today

| Sebastian Bowen

Lake Resources investors nursed more losses today...

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Share Market News

3 big questions about the Australian stock market in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

After a new ASX 200 record, what else could be in store in 2024?

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Record Highs

Big ASX 200 news! Aussie shares just reached a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

There's one thing that is probably behind today's new record highs for ASX shares.

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Materials Shares

This ASX 200 stock has rocketed 42% in six days. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX 200 stock has hopped on a rocket ship this week.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 enjoyed another top day today, nearly breaking a record high.

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Bank Shares

Breaking! NAB shares (and CBA) just hit a new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

Three big four banks have just hit new highs...

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Resources Shares

$30 each? Here's why the Fortescue share price just hit a new all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

Fortescue shares are now up more than 33% in a year.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 record! Here's why Aussie shares are on the cusp of a new all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

Why have investors pushed the ASX 200 to the brink of an all-time high today?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Can Coles shares go from loser to winner in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

Did you know Coles shares have been treading water since 2019?

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Materials Shares

'Remarkable position': Why Pilbara Minerals shares are still a top pick

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons Pilbara shares are headed for a rebound.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Healthcare Shares

Are CSL shares set for an earnings boost?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could CSL get an earnings boost next month?

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Energy Shares

Could this be jump-starting ASX energy shares today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Energy shares have shot out of the gate today...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's why the Bapcor share price is popping 6% today

| Sebastian Bowen

Bapcor shareholders are celebrating today.

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Communication Shares

Own Telstra shares? You could be on track for an 18% gain in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

One ASX broker reckons Telstra shareholders are headed for a fantastic 2024.

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Dividend Investing

Here's an ASX dividend stock under $10 to buy for monthly passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

This passive income stock would be my pick for monthly dividend paycheques.

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Cheap Shares

At 20x earnings and a 4% yield, surely I can't ignore this ASX 200 stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

I reckon this blue chip stock is looking pretty cheap right now.

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Retirement

Retirees: 2 Top ASX dividend shares I'd buy now for passive income in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

The passive income form these shares could last a whole retirement...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 finished up the week on a high this Thursday...

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Technology Shares

Here's why BrainChip shares are making waves today

| Sebastian Bowen

Brainchip's latest report reveals its losses are slowing.

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Retirement

Worried about retirement? How investing $10,000 in ASX shares now could add years of enjoyment

| Sebastian Bowen

It's shocking how much investing in ASX shares can change your retirement prospects.

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Bank Shares

ASX experts: CBA shares are overvalued

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts are united in their views on the CBA share price...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 is now three for three wins this week.

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