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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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Communication Shares

Despite recent volatility, brokers are predicting big things for the Telstra share price. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

After a horror week, is the Telstra share price a buy today?

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Dividend Investing

Falling ASX share prices = bigger dividend yields. Here's what you need to know

| Sebastian Bowen

Lower ASX share prices can give dividend investors higher yields. Here's why.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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How to invest

How long do ASX bear markets last on average?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX is certainly closer to a bear market this week than it was last week. But how long do…

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ETFs

Is VAS a better investment than an ASX dividend ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

We see how VAS compares to two dividend-focused exchange-traded funds.

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ETFs

What do you get when you invest in the VGS ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

What kind of investments does the VGS ETF actually hold?

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Financial Shares

Why is the IAG share price smashing the ASX 200 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

How are IAG shares managing to stay green this Tuesday?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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Share Market News

Is this a stock market crash for ASX 200 shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX 200 shares have slid rapidly today. Even the big blue chips have been hurt. Is this a stock market…

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ETFs

Own the BetaShares Global Banks ETF? Here's what you're invested in

| Sebastian Bowen

This exchange-traded fund offers investors a portfolio of global bank shares.

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REITs

3 ASX 200 real estate shares that hit new 52-week lows on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been a tough day for these three property shares as they plunge to new lows today...

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Resources Shares

Why did the Lynas share price dive 8% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The rare earths producer suffered along with the broader market on Friday.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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Resources Shares

Down 26% in June, is it time to dig into Pilbara Minerals shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

The lithium stock had endured a horror start to the month. But what's next?

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Retail Shares

How much further could the Wesfarmers share price fall? Here's what the experts reckon

| Sebastian Bowen

It is buy or sell for Wesfarmers shares today? The experts weigh in...

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Cryptocurrencies

Is Bitcoin still worth buying to diversify your ASX share portfolio?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Bitcoin still worth buying in 2022 for a diversified portfolio?

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Dividend Investing

Are Telstra shares still ASX dividend heavyweights?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it still worth holding the telco's shares for the dividends? We take a closer look.

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BNPL shares

Zip share price turns positive. Could today be its first green day in June?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could Zip shares see their first day of gains for over a week today?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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Bank Shares

Macquarie shares are beating the other ASX 200 banks again today. What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why is Macquarie is the only ASX 200 bank in the green today so far...

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Technology Shares

The Wisetech share price is down 33% this year, despite the fact the company's rolling in cash. What gives?

| Sebastian Bowen

WiseTech's books are in far better shape than many other ASX tech shares.

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Bank Shares

Why has the CBA share price cratered 4% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Yesterday's big news is still causing waves in the financial sector today.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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IPOs

Southern Palladium share price zooms 30% higher on ASX debut

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX has just hosted its latest IPO. Let's check out how its going.

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ETFs

1 week in: Here's how the ASX's newest ETF is tracking

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX has a brand new ETF. But how has it been faring since its launch?

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52-Week Lows

The Bank of Queensland share price just hit a 52-week low. Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it buy or sell for BOQ at this new 52-week low?

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Energy Shares

What's coming up for the Woodside share price in June?

| Sebastian Bowen

Chances are Woodside shares will follow the movements of the crude oil price.

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Bank Shares

How does the Westpac dividend yield compare to the other ASX banks?

| Sebastian Bowen

We see how the Westpac dividend stacks up against its ASX rivals.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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Energy Shares

Do Whitehaven Coal shares pay dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Whitehaven Coal an ASX dividend share?

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Technology Shares

Down 13% in a month, fundie says Xero share price is 'very reasonable'

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it buy or sell for Xero shares right now? Let's ask the experts...

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ETFs

How has the HACK ETF averaged annual returns of 19%?

| Sebastian Bowen

This unique ETF has delivered some impressive performance metrics in recent years.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most 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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Financial Shares

Down 5% in a month, is the AMP share price a buying opportunity?

| Sebastian Bowen

We check whether to buy or sell AMP shares today.

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Resources Shares

Do Novonix shares pay dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

We check whether the battery materials and technology company pays out to its investors.

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ETFs

It'll be much easier to buy gold on the ASX on Wednesday. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

This gold-based ETF is about to get a whole lot more affordable.

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Technology Shares

Can you buy Canva shares on the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

We check whether tech investors can buy shares in this Aussie phenomenon on the ASX.

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Opinions

Here's why the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF could be a buy today

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this US tech ETF a compelling buy today after the nasty share price falls we have seen this year?

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Technology Shares

Why has the Nearmap share price dumped 20% since the end of March?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why has the Nearmap share price tanked over the past two months?

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Resources Shares

Why did the Nickel Industries share price leap 7% on Friday?

| Sebastian Bowen

What was behind the stellar moves we saw in the Nickel Industries share price today?

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