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Sebastian Bowen

Author Bio
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.
Areas of Expertise
Dividend investing
ETFs
Education
Bachelor of Political, Economic, and Social Sciences (Government and International Relations), University of Sydney
Social Media
X/Twitter
Favorite Investment Quote
"In the short run, the market is a voting machine, but in the long run, it is a weighing machine."
– Benjamin Graham

Recent Articles

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Financial Shares

Buying IAG shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are IAG shares worth a look for dividends?

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Bank Shares

Owned CBA shares for 10 years? Here's how much money you've made

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA has been generous to investors over the past decade...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a very happy Friday indeed on the ASX.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre Thursday session for investors.

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Bank Shares

This is the ASX bank stock I would buy today for franked dividend income

| Sebastian Bowen

Some ASX bank stocks are more equal than others.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tough Wednesday for investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre Tuesday session on the ASX today.

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Bank Shares

6.4%: Are Bank of Queensland shares a buy for dividends today?

| Sebastian Bowen

With full franking, is this yield too good to pass up?

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Technology Shares

Buying WiseTech Global shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

WiseTech shares have had a very interesting month...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy start to the trading week this Monday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough one on the markets this Thursday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy hump day for ASX investors.

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Energy Shares

Buying Woodside shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Does this oil giant measure up for income?

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Index investing

VAS vs VSO: Do small-cap stocks beat the ASX 300?

| Sebastian Bowen

Vanguard's most popular ETFs are tough to choose between.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another rough day on the markets.

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Dividend Investing

Buying Metcash shares? Here's the yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Metcash seemingly has a lot to offer investors right now.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre start to the trading week today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough Friday session to end the week for investors.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX income stock has a 4.2% yield and pays out monthly dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

There's a lot to like with this generous income stock.

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How to invest

How to invest in ASX shares when you can't find stocks to buy

| Sebastian Bowen

There's always something to invest in if you look hard enough.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

This ASX hydrogen ETF is up 155% in 12 months

| Sebastian Bowen

Who said hydrogen investing wasn't viable...

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International Stock News

3 easy ways to buy Nvidia stock on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

It has never been easier to own Nvidia shares.

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Opinions

Is the AGL share price a buy at $8.50 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

AGL shares are down, but are they out?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rather miserable Thursday on the ASX boards.

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Opinions

Here's why I'd add Alphabet shares to an ASX stock portfolio right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Why not add this world-class company to your portfolio?

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Technology Shares

Do WiseTech Global shares have a moat?

| Sebastian Bowen

Would Buffett buy WiseTech stock?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy hump day for investors.

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Bank Shares

Buying Macquarie shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Macquarie isn't your ordinary ASX bank stock.

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REITs

Is Goodman Group a buy for dividend income today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Goodman is a rather unique REIT.

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How to invest

The hardest part of ASX share investing (that no-one talks about)

| Sebastian Bowen

No one tells us that with investing, less is often more.

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Dividend Investing

Which is better: A 4% dividend yield or a 5% term deposit?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some yields are more equal than others...

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

This blazing ASX ETF has returned 18% per annum for a decade

| Sebastian Bowen

18% per annum is wealth-building stuff.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a near miss this Tuesday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a euphoric return to trading for ASX shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Buying Coles shares? Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Does Coles measure up as an income stock?

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

SpaceX IPO: Should you buy an ASX space ETF to cash in?

| Sebastian Bowen

The countdown is on.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 had a wild but negative session this Thursday.

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Opinions

Could another oil shock tank the ASX stock market?

| Sebastian Bowen

Once again, all eyes on on the Strait...

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Dividend Investing

This ASX income stock has a 4.75% yield and pays out monthly

| Sebastian Bowen

You can still find big yields if you know where to look.

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Index investing

Buying the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)? There's a big change you should know about

| Sebastian Bowen

VAS has more banks and miners than ever.

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