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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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Communication Shares

Are Telstra shares a good deal at $5.32?

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra's growing share price is starting to lower its dividend yield...

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Dividend Investing

Spend $20,000 on ASX shares and get $5,000 in passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

I can prove a 25% yield is possible.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing start to the trading week.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX income stocks with rocketing dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

For me, dividend growth trumps yield.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre end to the trading week this Friday...

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Technology Shares

I was going to buy these ASX tech stocks. Now, I'm not so sure

| Sebastian Bowen

When the facts change, so should our buying...

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

Is this ASX ETF the perfect companion to Vanguard's VAS?

| Sebastian Bowen

This simple hack nullifies VAS' greatest weakness...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre session on the ASX this Thursday.

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Healthcare Shares

Cochlear stock down 40%: How much has this cost ASX investors?

| Sebastian Bowen

One day can ruin years of success...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a very unhappy hump day on the markets.

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How to invest

Stagflation: How to position an ASX stock portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Investing with stagflation might become a necessity on the ASX...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing Tuesday for investors.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

BetaShares is about to launch a new ASX space ETF. Here's what we know

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF may allow investors to buy SpaceX on the ASX.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

With the US flailing, is it time to buy the iShares China Large-Cap ETF (IZZ)?

| Sebastian Bowen

With an increasingly erratic USA, should investors turn east?

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Economy

RBA's 'worst nightmare': What exactly is stagflation?

| Sebastian Bowen

Stagflation is the RBA's worst nightmare, but what exactly is it?

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Opinions

My ASX share portfolio: Overcoming a common investing mistake

| Sebastian Bowen

Can you have too many shares?

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Index investing

What are the ASX's top 3 index funds for passive investing?

| Sebastian Bowen

Anyone can buy and hold these index funds forever.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough end to the short trading week.

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Dividend Investing

Thinking of buying WAM Capital shares for the 9% dividend yield? Read this first

| Sebastian Bowen

Look before you leap into this dividend stock.

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Best Shares

This 4% ASX stock is my top pick for growth and income in 2026

| Sebastian Bowen

Stocks of this calibre are exceptionally rare...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a veritable party on the ASX today.

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Communication Shares

Is Telstra stock a buy at $5.37 a share?

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra shares haven't been this high since 2017.

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How to invest

The Iran war has changed investing. Here are 3 ways to position an ASX share portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

2026 is making 2025 look like a lost paradise.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a volatile but positive Tuesday.

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IPOs

I won't be buying the Koala stock IPO. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Koala is the latest company to go public on the ASX.

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Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs)

This ASX ETF is perfect for an uncertain world

| Sebastian Bowen

With uncertainty on the rise, I think investors should consider this ETF...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Defensive Shares

How to build a defensive ASX share portfolio in 2026

| Sebastian Bowen

2026 could be a rough year for investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sour end to the trading week this Friday.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I'd buy if the market fell another 10%

| Sebastian Bowen

Pullbacks are great times to buy...

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Dividend Investing

8% yield: The ASX is getting a new dividend stock that pays out monthly

| Sebastian Bowen

This soon-to-be stock has averaged an 8% yield since 2016...

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Technology Shares

Down 65%: Are Pro Medicus shares in the buy zone yet?

| Sebastian Bowen

Pro Medicus has had one of its toughest periods yet...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing session for the markets this Thursday.

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Gold

Prediction: Gold will hit US$5,600 again

| Sebastian Bowen

Contrary to some opinions, gold is behaving exactly as it has in past crises...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was an exceptional session for investors today.

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Travel Shares

Qantas stock is down 17.7% in a month. Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Qantas is back to April prices.

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Technology Shares

Up 11%: Why have these 2 ASX tech stocks surged in March?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are these tech stocks safe havens now?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors had a rough start to the week.

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Energy Shares

Will ASX oil stocks protect your portfolio from a market crash in 2026?

| Sebastian Bowen

It might be tempting to buy into oil right now...

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX dividend shares with yields over 3% today

| Sebastian Bowen

You don't need to look far for income on the ASX right now.

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