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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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How to invest

How buying ASX shares can be cheaper than you might think

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the costs of investing in shares shouldn't worry you.

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Dividend Investing

Could an obsession with passive income be short-changing young ASX investors?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is there such a thing as too much passive income?

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Bank Shares

Westpac shares managed a 9% return in FY23. What's next?

| Sebastian Bowen

Westpac shares returned to form in FY23.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 kicked off FY2024 with a bang today.

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Communication Shares

Telco turns to the stars. What does it mean for Telstra shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will Telstra's hookup with Elon Musk's Starlink boost the company's fortunes?

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ETFs

Will FY24 be another stellar year to own the Vanguard International Shares ETF (VGS)?

| Sebastian Bowen

The Vanguard International Shares ETF had a top FY23. Will FY24 be just as good?

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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 big ASX winners?

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ETFs

Can the Vanguard VAS ETF deliver for ASX investors in FY24?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will VAS units have as good a FY2024 as they did this financial year?

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International Stock News

Would I be crazy to buy Apple shares at record highs?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Apple shares too expensive right now? Let's ask Buffett.

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Tax

Inadvertently 'wash selling' your ASX shares this tax time? Here's what could happen to you

| Sebastian Bowen

Many investors fall into this common trap, and it will gt you some heat from the ATO.

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Investing Strategies

5 simple ways to prepare for an ASX stock market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

Preparing for a crash now will help you when it does happen.

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Dividend Investing

How I'd take advantage of a once-in-a-decade ASX passive income opportunity

| Sebastian Bowen

Are you missing out on some hefty dividend income from this corner of the ASX?

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How to invest

The ASX 200 is less than 1% above its pre-COVID high set 3 years ago. So, why buy shares at all?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 hasn't had a great three years. Here's why I'm not worried.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing day for investors on the ASX 200 today.

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Index investing

Is the ASX 200 the cheapest it's been in 12 years?

| Sebastian Bowen

By one metric, the ASX 200 is at its cheapest level in a decade.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a top day for ASX investors on Wednesday.

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ETFs

15 ASX ETFs smashing new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been a phenomenal day for ASX ETF investors.

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ETFs

One interesting historical fact about the Nasdaq that could put this ASX ETF in the buy zone right now

| Sebastian Bowen

If you think a Nasdaq ETF can't go higher than 39% in a year, think again.

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How to invest

New investor? 4 Warren Buffett tips to buy your first ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Buffett's advice is essential reading for any ASX investor.

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International Stock News

If I'd invested $3,000 in Nvidia shares at the start of 2023, here's how much I'd have now

| Sebastian Bowen

Just how much has NVIDIA made its investors this year?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was finally back in the black this Tuesday.

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BNPL shares

Is there any hope at all for the Zip share price?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is there still hope for Zip shareholders?

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Communication Shares

What's in store for the Telstra share price in FY24?

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra has had a great time in FY2023. But what will FY2024 bring?

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Bank Shares

Can ANZ shares really deliver a dividend yield of 7%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is ANZ's near-7% yield all it's cracked up to be?

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Retirement

Build your retirement savings with these 3 awesome Warren Buffett investment tips

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett's wisdom is essential reading for all retirees, current and future.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Will Coles shares be worth owning in FY24?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX broker reckons Coles shares are a buy today.

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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 for ASX shares this Monday.

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Economy

Why interest rates shouldn't really matter to ASX investors

| Sebastian Bowen

High interest rates aren't as big of a deal as you might think.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Down 60% in 5 years, could this beaten-up ASX 200 stock be poised for a comeback?

| Sebastian Bowen

One fund manager has named this stock as its most undervalued buy.

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Economy

The ASX 200 is starting to worry me. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett tells us that interest rate hikes are bad for share prices. So why isn't the ASX trading lower?

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Dividend Investing

How I'd aim to build the ultimate ASX passive-income portfolio with just $5,000

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking for share market income? Here's where I would start.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a horror end to the week for the ASX 200 today.

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ETFs

Is the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS) your best choice for a bottom-drawer ASX share?

| Sebastian Bowen

Vanguard's VAS may be popular, but is it the best choice for passive investors?

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Technology Shares

$16 million worth of BrainChip shares have been sold by directors in 10 years! Red flag?

| Sebastian Bowen

How much insider selling is too much?

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Share Market News

This ASX All Ords share is up 27% in a year, but directors are still buying up big

| Sebastian Bowen

It seems insiders can't stop buying stock in this All Ords share.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a savage session on the markets today.

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Best Shares

Does one magnificent competitive advantage make this ASX 200 stock a screaming buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

This company has something that no other share does.

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Dividend Investing

No passive income? I'd follow Warren Buffett and aim for decades of ASX dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett has shown us how to build passive income with shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

5 reasons to buy Wesfarmers shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking for a reason to like Wesfarmers? Here are five.

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International Stock News

If I'd invested $2,000 in Tesla shares at the start of 2023, here's how much I'd have now

| Sebastian Bowen

Just how much has Tesla made its investors this year?

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