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Sebastian Bowen

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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ETFs

VGS: Were you better off buying the S&P 500 ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

IVV and VGS are both popular international ETFs. But which one wins?

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Communication Shares

Why did the Telstra share price rebound nearly 2% on Friday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra shares finished the week on a high...

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

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Technology Shares

Block share price rebounds 15% as analyst calls sell-off overblown

| Sebastian Bowen

The Block share price has gone from villain to hero in the space of a day...

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Financial Shares

What was the highest ever AMP share price?

| Sebastian Bowen

AMP shares have been an infamous ASX performer in recent years. We take a look back through time.

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Financial Shares

Why is the Magellan share price up 7% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Magellan shares are rocketing today, but why?

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Resources Shares

Why did the South32 share price beat the other ASX 200 miners today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The South32 share price was a standout today in the ASX resources sector. Here's why

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

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Share Market News

WAM Capital's ASX founder has been buying shares. Here's what we know

| Sebastian Bowen

The listed investment company's founder has been snapping up WAM shares this month.

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Resources Shares

Why has the Australian Vanadium share price crashed 31% in a month?

| Sebastian Bowen

Australian Vanadium shares are falling out of the sky. What's gone wrong?

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Technology Shares

Blockdown! Why is the Block share price crashing by 16% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Block shares are getting smashed today. Here are the details.

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ETFs

VAS: Were you better off buying the Nasdaq ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

VAS is a popular ASX ETF. But would investors have done better with a Nasdaq fund?

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Gold

If gold is regarded as a 'safe-haven' asset, why is the Newcrest share price still tumbling?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why hasn't gold and gold miner Newcrest been a better safe haven for ASX investors?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

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BNPL shares

Why is the Sezzle share price tumbling 8% on Wednesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are Sezzle shares getting singled out for a thrashing today?

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Resources Shares

Why is the Fortescue share price rebounding today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Fortescue shares are displaying some noticeable volatility today. Here's why the miner might be bouncing around...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Do Coles shares offer a dividend reinvestment plan?

| Sebastian Bowen

Coles is a popular dividend share on the ASX. But can investors reinvest their dividends?

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Dividend Investing

Do CSR shares have a dividend reinvestment plan?

| Sebastian Bowen

Do CSR shares offer a DRIP to investors?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

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Technology Shares

ASX 200 tech shares are staging a remarkable recovery today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares copped a beating this morning. But many are bouncing back with a vengeance.

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Technology Shares

Why did the BrainChip share price just crash 17%?

| Sebastian Bowen

BranChip shares are getting punished today. Here's what we know...

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Bank Shares

What is the current dividend yield on Bank of Queensland shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Much much does Bank of Queensland have to show in the dividend department?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

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ETFs

Here are 2 ETFs delivering breakneck ASX performance

| Sebastian Bowen

These two ASX ETFs are still beating the market over the past few years.

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Dividend Investing

These ASX shares pay you to own them

| Sebastian Bowen

Some ASX shares pay investors to own them. Here's how that works.

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Technology Shares

Xero share price slumps to lowest price since 2020. Broker tips 50% upside

| Sebastian Bowen

Xero shares have been exploring new depths today...

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Resources Shares

The Lynas share price has plunged 6% today! What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are Lynas shares getting a hammering this Monday?

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ETFs

These 2 ETFs could help to protect ASX investors against inflation

| Sebastian Bowen

Exchange-traded funds can be a good option to help combat the effects of inflation.

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Financial Shares

Could the worst now be over for the AMP share price?

| Sebastian Bowen

After a tough few years, things appear to be looking up for the financial services company.

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Technology Shares

On a dire day for the ASX, the BrainChip share price just leapt 11%. What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are BrainChip shares acting so strangely today? Let's take a look

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

Read more »

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ETFs

Is Vanguard's VAS the ASX's cheapest index fund?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is VAS the cheapest ASX index ETF on the market? The answer might surprise you.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why is the Wesfarmers share price defying today's ASX 200 bloodbath?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are Wesfarmers shares holding up in today's market bloodbath?

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Travel Shares

Grounded! Why the Qantas share price is tanking 4% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Qantas share price has been caught in a tailspin today...

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Bank Shares

Everything you need to know about the latest Macquarie dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Macquarie Group just announced its latest final dividend. Here are the details.

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Economy

Running against rates! Which ASX shares could be the winners and losers?

| Sebastian Bowen

How do higher interest rates affect ASX shares?

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ETFs

How diversified is the Vanguard International Shares ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

How diversified is the VGS ETF really?

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the share market's volume charts on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most traded ASX 200 shares by volume today.

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Resources Shares

Why is the Pilbara Minerals share price rocketing 7% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The Pilbara Minerals share price is on fire today. What's going on?

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Dividend Investing

Could these 3 ASX dividend shares still beat the piggybank if rates hit 2.5%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Which ASX dividend shares would still offer monster yields in a high interest rate world?

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