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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

Should I buy ANZ shares for the 7% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

ANZ is standing out from the banking pack right now.

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How to invest

Is your ASX share portfolio 'positioned too defensively'?

| Sebastian Bowen

Being too defensive can cost you in the long run...

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Technology Shares

Up 40%: What on earth happened to BrainChip shares in November?

| Sebastian Bowen

How did Brainchip shares pull off such an incredible November?

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Opinions

2 top industrial stocks to buy on the ASX today

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two ASX industrials shares are looking pretty good.

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ETFs

Own the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)? Here's how it went in November

| Sebastian Bowen

Own Vanguard's most popular ETF? You did well this month...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a happy end to November for ASX investors this Thursday.

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Tax

How is passive income taxed in Australia?

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to passive income, the ATO is very clear.

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ETFs

The rise of dividend ETFs in Australia: A new era of investment

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividend ETFs can be great, but make sure you watch out for these key indicators.

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Opinions

2 ASX dividend stocks I'll be buying hand over fist in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

These two shares are on the top of my 2024 wish list.

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Opinions

2 ASX shares I'd buy over CBA stock in December 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I'd pick these top shares over CBA right now.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another happy day for most ASX 200 shares this Wednesday.

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Share Market News

Here's why you might have just bought Healius shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Two of the most popular super funds just loaded up on this healthcare stock.

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Financial Shares

Can AMP shares reach $1 by Christmas?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can AMP shares get out of the penny stock range by Christmas?

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How to invest

2 things I'm doing to prepare for a 2024 stock market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

Will the market crash in 2024? Here's why it doesn't matter to me.

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Gold

ASX gold investors, get ready for Newmont's first dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX newcomer Newmont is about to fork out its first dividend.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX utility shares with attractive dividend yields

| Sebastian Bowen

Don't ignore utility shares in your search for decent yield.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

This Tuesday was a good one for the share market...

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BNPL shares

Up 24% in a month: Why are investors so excited about Zip shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

BNPL stock ZIp has had a stonking November. What's gone so right?

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Opinions

The top ASX shares I'd buy with $500 right now

| Sebastian Bowen

I think putting $500 into any of these ASX shares today would be a great move.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should Coles shares be on your Christmas list this year?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Coles shares a Christmas gift to investors, or will they prove to be lumps of coal?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Bank Shares

ANZ stock: Can it break out of its multi-year rut?

| Sebastian Bowen

Believe it or not, ANZ shares haven't moved for 18 years.

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Cheap Shares

2 discounted All Ord shares I'd buy with my Black Friday sale savings

| Sebastian Bowen

Have the Black Friday sales extended to the ASX?

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Communication Shares

New 52-week low: Can Telstra shares bounce back in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra has had an awful 2023. Will 2024 be any different?

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Index investing

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS) the best bottom-drawer investment?

| Sebastian Bowen

How does this popular ETF measure up against other passive investments?

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Bank Shares

Would Warren Buffett buy ASX 200 bank shares right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Australian investors love ASX bank shares. But would Warren Buffett?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 closed the trading week on a positive note today.

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Retirement

The average Aussie has $360k in superannuation at age 60. Here's how I'm aiming for double that

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three easy ways you can boost your retirement fund...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another pleasing day on the ASX boards this Tuesday.

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Economy

RBA rate shock: What's next for ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will ASX shares suffer if rates keep on rising?

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Opinions

2 no-brainer ASX buys during a stock market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

These two ASX shares are first on my buy list for the next crash.

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Dividend Investing

This 8% ASX dividend share pays cash every month

| Sebastian Bowen

Monthly dividend payers are rare on the ASX. But I've found one.

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Opinions

This ASX dividend share was one of my biggest buy regrets

| Sebastian Bowen

Hopefully you don't make the same investing mistakes I did with this one.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a mildly positive start to the trading week for ASX 200 shares this Monday.

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Opinions

2 overvalued ASX shares I think could plunge if the market crashes

| Sebastian Bowen

I wouldn't be surprised to see these popular shares take a bath during the next market crash.

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How to invest

Why Scott Phillips says waiting for the good times to invest could cost you big

| Sebastian Bowen

Love stockpiling cash for a crash? Here's why Scott Phillips reckons it's not such a good idea.

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Growth Shares

If you love ASX growth shares, you'll want to check this new ETF out

| Sebastian Bowen

Meet the ASX's newest ETF.

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Technology Shares

Will 2024 be another massive year for ASX tech shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares have had a strong year. But can they double up?

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Personal Finance

The best passive income streams to help fund your future

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking for passive income? Here are my picks for the best places to look.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of today's top-best performing ASX 200 shares?

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