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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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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors weren't in a good mood this Monday.

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Share Market News

How I'm preparing my ASX earnings season watchlist

| Sebastian Bowen

It's almost that time of year again.

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International Stock News

US earnings kicks off this week: What I'm watching

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors should get the popcorn out for this US earnings season.

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Gold

Could US earnings season move the gold price?

| Sebastian Bowen

It could be a big few weeks for gold.

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ETFs

Add these 2 satellite ETFs to your core ASX stock portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

These funds can compliment almost any diversified ASX portfolio.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors finished the trading week on a sour note today.

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Index investing

Here's my big problem with the ASX's Vanguard International Shares ETF (VGS)

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular ETF has one major caveat that investors should know about.

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Bank Shares

This is the ASX bank stock with the largest dividend yield right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Looking to ASX bank stocks for dividend income right now?

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How to invest

Beginner investors: Start with these 2 ASX Vanguard ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

No investor can go wrong with these simple ETFs...

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Dividend Investing

Here's how often Wesfarmers stock increases its ASX dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Wesfarmers has quietly been delivering for income investors...

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Share Market News

We could see the ASX 200 at 9,000 points by 2026. Here's why.

| Sebastian Bowen

I wouldn't be shocked to see more records this year...

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How to invest

Buying ASX ETFs? Here's why fees matter more than you think

| Sebastian Bowen

ETF fees might sound insignificant, but choosing the wrong fund can cost you.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing hump day session for the ASX today.

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Blue Chip Shares

This popular ASX 200 blue-chip share has literally gone nowhere in 17 years

| Sebastian Bowen

Even blue-chip shares can fall short.

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Dividend Investing

This ASX dividend share has a 9.5% yield. Here's why it might be a trap

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this 9.5% yield too good to be true?

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Superannuation

I want to add these 3 ASX ETFs to my super fund. Here's why.

| Sebastian Bowen

Trump's trade policies are prompting me to revaluate my super fund...

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Dividend Investing

An ASX dividend share yielding 6% to consider buying today before it's too late

| Sebastian Bowen

Not many shares offer this kind of yield right now...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX managed to bank a small rise this Tuesday.

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Economy

Tariff deals in focus: What's the likely outcome for Australia?

| Sebastian Bowen

Brace for a new 'Liberation Day' on 1 August.

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Index investing

$1 in every $11 for CBA: Should you still buy the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)?

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's influence in VAS is at unprecedented levels.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough start to the trading week for investors this Monday.

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Opinions

I sold one of my oldest ASX 200 shares last week. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Why would I sell one of my longest-held stocks?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Consumer dicretionary picks: what's Macquarie's price targets for Nick Scali and Harvey Norman shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

This broker has a clear favourite.

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Dividend Investing

Here are the 3 biggest dividend payers in my ASX stock portfolio today

| Sebastian Bowen

These three stocks pour cash in to my portfolio...

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ETFs

These 3 ASX ETFs returned 25%-plus in FY2025

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETFs brought home the bacon in FY25.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a cracking end to the trading week for ASX investors.

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Bank Shares

Buying CBA stock today? Here's the dividend yield you'll get

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's yield right now might surprise you.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Coles stock vs. Woolworths shares: Which came out on top in FY25?

| Sebastian Bowen

There was a clear winner in the grocery space last financial year...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors had a wild ride this Thursday.

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Cheap Shares

Here are 2 cheap ASX 100 stocks to consider buying in July

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares are unloved by the market right now...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX roared higher this hump day.

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Growth Shares

3 ASX growth stocks worth buying with $7,000 in your portfolio today

| Sebastian Bowen

These stocks are all historic market beaters.

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ETFs

Own the VanEck Wide Moat ETF (MOAT)? Get ready for a monster dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are in line for a single dividend worth nearly 6%.

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Share Gainers

2 popular ASX 200 shares that returned 30%-plus in FY25

| Sebastian Bowen

These popular stocks rewarded their owners in FY25.

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Economy

How could Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' affect the stock market?

| Sebastian Bowen

Markets don't seem worried about this bill, but that could change.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a tantalising day for the ASX 200 this Tuesday.

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Index investing

The ASX 200 returned 13.4% in FY25. Here's how you could have got a slice

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares handily beat having cash in the bank this financial year.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a strong start to the trading week for the ASX 200 this Monday.

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Broker Notes

What's Macquarie's price target for Origin Energy shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could Origin be primed for a turnaround?

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Communication Shares

Macquarie initiates coverage of Superloop shares with outperform rating

| Sebastian Bowen

The broker reckons Superloop has what it takes to soar.

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