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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

Why did the CBA share price just hit a new 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's what's going on with the ASX banks's shares today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Why I think Woolworths shares aren't worth the worry

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why you might not get your Woolies worth with Woolworths shares right now...

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How to invest

How I would use these 3 ASX shares to build a portfolio from scratch

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I would build a portfolio from scratch.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

We've seen some wild volatility on the ASX today.

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ETFs

Meet the ASX ETF up 40% in 4 months

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF has almost tripled the market over the past four months...

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Retail Shares

Why is this ASX retail share suddenly plunging 4% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are Dusk shares falling so dramatically today?

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ETFs

Does the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF's unique structure deliver better returns than the ASX 200?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's what makes Vanguard's Australian shares ETF different...

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

It's all about that lithium on today's volume charts...

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Dividend Investing

Does Rio Tinto really have an 8% dividend yield right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Rio Tinto's dividend yield too high?

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy 100 shares of this ASX lithium stock for $700 a year in passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking for an ASX lithium stock that pays a dividend too?

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Technology Shares

Why is the Block share price surging 6% on Tuesday?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX tech share is easily outperforming the broader market.

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Bonds

Does Telstra sell bonds to ASX retail investors?

| Sebastian Bowen

With rising interest rates, bonds are becoming more attractive again.

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Cheap Shares

Looking to energise returns with this pocket of undervalued ASX shares in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's one sector that this expert reckons will fly in 2023...

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Share Market News

3 things Scott Phillips is most excited about investing in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why Scott Phillips is excited about investing in 2023...

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Some massive gains in the lithium space are driving volumes this Monday...

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Earnings Results

AFIC share price jumps on 10% dividend hike

| Sebastian Bowen

AFIC shares are up after the company announced a dividend increase.

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Resources Shares

Should I buy ASX mining shares now or not?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it a mistake to buy miners in 2023?

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Dividend Investing

How to make a second income of $100 per week from ASX dividend shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how shares can pay you $100 a week.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

We've seen massive rises and falls on the ASX 200 today.

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Dividend Investing

Wesfarmers shares: A potential source of secondary income

| Sebastian Bowen

Wesfarmers shares can pay you to own them...

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International Stock News

If I'd bought $5,000 of Tesla stock 3 years ago, what would my investment be worth now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how much mind-blowing money investors have made on Tesla stock in three years...

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ETFs

Which of the Vanguard ASX ETFs has performed best over the past year?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here is Vanguard's list of winners from 2022.

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Dividend Investing

One oversold ASX 300 dividend share (with a 6% yield) to buy now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why this ASX 300 dividend payer could be worth a look...

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big share price falls are driving trading volumes today.

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Share Market News

This ASX All Ords director has bought 25,000 of his company's shares in a week

| Sebastian Bowen

This director made a big investment last week.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Whitehaven share price flaming out today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Whitehaven shares are getting a wash today.

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Dividend Investing

3 high-yield ASX shares I think are dividend traps right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Watch out for these potential dividend traps.

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International Stock News

Alphabet stock: A once-in-a-decade opportunity to outdo Warren Buffett?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is now the time to snap up shares in the global tech giant?

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Retirement

Don't 'save' for retirement! I'd invest in dirt-cheap ASX shares instead

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why savers are losers.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Volatility seems to be driving ASX trading volumes this Wednesday...

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ETFs

5 reasons I'd consider buying the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)

| Sebastian Bowen

Want one reason to buy this popular ETF? I'll give you five...

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX 200 shares are at new, post-COVID highs.

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Dividend Investing

I wouldn't touch this popular ASX dividend share with a 10-foot pole

| Sebastian Bowen

I wouldn't touch this ASX dividend share if it paid me.

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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 ASX 200's most popular shares by volume...

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Dividend Investing

Why I'll be buying more ASX dividend shares for my portfolio in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think having shares is better than having cash.

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Best Shares

Here's the next ASX All Ordinaries share I'm going to buy

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I can't wait to buy this share.

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International Stock News

Should I buy Tesla stock for 2023 or not?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it finally time to buy Tesla stock?

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

Miners are behind some of the big volumes we are seeing today...

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Record Highs

BHP share price hits milestone $50 mark on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP shares hit a new record high today...

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Dividend Investing

Is Wesfarmers a 'safe' ASX 200 share to buy for dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Wesfarmers' dividends really safe?

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