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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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Dividend Investing

I'm buying these 2 ASX dividend shares for 2024 and beyond!

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm looking at these two dividend stocks for income this year.

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Retirement

What's the average Aussie superannuation balance at age 60, 65 and 70?

| Sebastian Bowen

The average super balance for a pre-retiree might shock you.

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Best Shares

This was my best ASX dividend share of 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

My best dividend share of 2023 was a popular ASX blue chip.

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How to invest

How to apply a Warren Buffett investing style in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

Incorporating Buffett's principles will make anyone a better investors in 2024.

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Index investing

If I'd put $2k in the ASX 200 at the start of 2023, here's how much I'd have now!

| Sebastian Bowen

Did index fund investing pay off last year?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was back on form today with a healthy rise.

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ETFs

Why is the BetaShares Crypto Innovators ETF (CRYP) surging on Thursday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some massive Bitcoin news is lifting this ETF today.

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Gold

Three of the best: The top ASX 300 gold shares to have owned in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

The gains in the gold sector in 2023 were incredible.

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Bank Shares

Here's why I think the dividend forecast could send ANZ shares climbing

| Sebastian Bowen

A high dividend yield could do wonders for ANZ shares in 2024.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The bears were back today, with a hefty loss for the ASX 200.

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Materials Shares

New decade high: Paladin Energy shares rocket 10%

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been yet another top day for uranium stocks like Paladin...

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ETFs

These 3 top ASX ETFs just hit new all-time highs

| Sebastian Bowen

A big congratulations to the owners of these ASX ETFs is in order.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The Coles share price rises above $16! Is this my time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it too late to buy Coles shares in 2024?

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Share Market News

What's going on with ASX 200 stock Worley?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why aren't Worley shares trading on the ASX right now?

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Share Market News

Own Bank of Queensland shares? You just had an awful 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Bank of Queensland had a 2023 to forget...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was back on form with a robust rise this Tuesday.

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Share Market News

Why is the ASX 200 having such a cracking run on Tuesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are investors scrambling to buy shares today?

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Healthcare Shares

Up 6%: What's going on with ResMed shares today?

| Sebastian Bowen

RedMed shares are bouncing away from their lows...

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Dividend Investing

Here's my 10-year plan to reach an annual $27,347 passive second income

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm building a second salary using shares...

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Healthcare Shares

Own Medibank shares? They just hit a new record high

| Sebastian Bowen

Medibank shares are exploring uncharted territory today...

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ETFs

Are the 3 worst-performing ASX ETFs of 2023 worth a look right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Did these funds have an awful 2023 for a good reason?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX got out on the wrong side of the bed this morning...

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Materials Shares

Down 19%, why is the Core Lithium share price having a rocky start to the week?

| Sebastian Bowen

Core Lithium investors are in for another rough ride today.

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Materials Shares

Why are ASX uranium shares on a tear today?

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Dividend Investing

The 3 best-performing ASX 200 dividend shares of 2023 revealed

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors enjoyed massive capital growth and dividend income from these stocks...

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ETFs

Here are the ASX's 3 best ETFs of 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

You wish you held these three wealth-making ETFs in 2023...

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ETFs

Investing $100 per month in this ASX ETF could make you a multimillionaire

| Sebastian Bowen

I'm banking on this ETF to turbocharge my wealth.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Our top ASX 200 stock today was up more than 15%.

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Materials Shares

ASX expert: Lynas share price "de-risked" for 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

Despite a tough year, an ASX expert is remaining bullish on Lynas shares...

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ETFs

Will 2024 be another top year for the Vanguard International Shares ETF (VGS)?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can VGS repeat its phenomenal 2023 next year?

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Personal Finance

3 secrets of ASX millionaires

| Sebastian Bowen

Millionaires tend to follow these rules of building wealth...

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Best Shares

Top fundie ASX share tips: 'One of our highest quality picks'

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX expert has two stock picks for investors this Christmas.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 has just had one of its best days of 2023...

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Materials Shares

Up 9%! What's going on with the Allkem share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Allkem shares have spiked dramatically, but why?

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ETFs

The iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) just hit an all-time high! Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it ever a good idea to buy a share at a record high?

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Dividend Investing

How I'd aim to make $100 a day in passive income with ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Investing for passive income is hard work, but it can pay off so well.

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Opinions

Where I'd invest $10,000 in December 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd lean towards this defensive ASX ETF for a December buy.

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Travel Shares

After a horror 2023, what's next for Qantas shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can Qantas have a better year in 2024 than its horror show this year?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another hot day on the share market this Wednesday.

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ETFs

3 Vanguard ETFs that could make you a millionaire

| Sebastian Bowen

These exotic Vanguard ETFs might be worth checking out...

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