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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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Capital Raising

Why is the Ionic Rare Earths share price frozen today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This rare earths share is not trading today. Here's what we know.

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ETFs

How did the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF fare in March?

| Sebastian Bowen

Vanguard's VGS ETF had a strong month. But strong enough to beat the ASX 200?

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Financial Shares

Why has the AFIC share price leapt 5% in 4 weeks?

| Sebastian Bowen

AFIC has had a corker of a month. Let's dig into why...

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Record Highs

A toast! The Endeavour share price just hit an all-time high

| Sebastian Bowen

It's drinks all round at Endeavour today after a new record high share price

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ETFs

3 ASX exchange-traded funds slumping to 52-week lows today

| Sebastian Bowen

These exchange-traded funds have seen better days than today...

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Energy Shares

Could April be a good month for the AGL share price?

| Sebastian Bowen

Could AGL shares be a buy today?

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Gold

Is Newcrest Mining considered a defensive ASX share?

| Sebastian Bowen

We check whether this ASX gold miner qualifies as a 'safe haven' investment.

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Share Market News

What is the highest the ASX 200 has ever been?

| Sebastian Bowen

How far are we away from the ASX 200's record, all-time high?

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ETFs

Here are the 5 best-performing ASX exchange-traded funds over the March quarter

| Sebastian Bowen

These ETFs were on point over the March quarter...

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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…

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Financial Shares

The QBE share price has gained 16% in a month. Is it still a 'relatively inexpensive' ASX 200 share?

| Sebastian Bowen

Does the QBE Insurance share price have further to climb?

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Energy Shares

High voltage! Origin (ASX:ORG) share price up 3% to new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

Origin Energy shares are at a post-COVID high! Here's the deal...

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Technology Shares

Why are ASX tech shares having such a stellar day?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares are rocketing higher today. And it seems to be thanks to Elon Musk...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Are Woolworths shares worth buying for their defensive properties?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Woolworths shares a defensive inflation hedge? Here's what this expert reckons...

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Resources Shares

How has the Australian Vanadium (ASX:AVL) share price exploded 160% in a month?

| Sebastian Bowen

Australian Vanadium shares have delivered some eye-watering returns. Here's the tea!

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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…

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Resources Shares

The Lynas Rare Earths (ASX:LYC) share price just hit a 10-year high!

| Sebastian Bowen

Lynas shares have broken a 10-year high today...

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ETFs

Here are the 5 worst-performing ASX ETFs over the March quarter

| Sebastian Bowen

These five ASX ETFs had three months investors would rather forget...

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Financial Shares

Own AMP shares? Here's how this ASX company did in March

| Sebastian Bowen

AMP shares had a solid, if not spectacular month...

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Technology Shares

Why Xero can become 'one of the big tech companies': ASX expert

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX expert reckons the future looks bright for Xero shares.

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ETFs

Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (ASX:VAS) plummets! What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX's favourite index fund is down today while the market is up. What's the deal?

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Travel Shares

Do Flight Centre shares have a dividend reinvestment plan?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can the travel agent's shareholders reinvest their dividends? Let's take a look...

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Travel Shares

What is the current dividend yield for Qantas shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Has the Qantas dividend taken off again yet? We take a look.

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Resources Shares

The US is backing Aussie critical minerals projects, and these ASX mining shares could be set to reap the rewards

| Sebastian Bowen

Some ASX mining shares might benefit from a new focus on critical minerals...

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Dividend Investing

Here's why Motley Fool analyst Ed Vesely loves this old-school ASX dividend share

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been around a long time but it still has plenty to recommend it, says our analyst.

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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ETFs

Does the Vanguard MSCI Index International Shares ETF (ASX:VGS) pay dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

VGS is a popular ETF on the ASX. But does it pay dividend income?

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Resources Shares

What exactly is vanadium and which ASX shares have exposure?

| Sebastian Bowen

Vanadium is a hot topic right now. But which ASX shares mine this green metal?

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Resources Shares

The Newcrest (ASX:NCM) dividend is hitting bank accounts today. Here's the lowdown

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors can expect some gold in their bank accounts today...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

The Coles (ASX:COL) dividend is being paid today. Here's what you need to know

| Sebastian Bowen

It's payday for Coles shareholders. Here's the tea...

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ETFs

Hoping to bag the next Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX:VAS) dividend? Read this

| Sebastian Bowen

VAS is about to pay out a new dividend. Here's the lowdown...

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Economy

Budget fuel excise cut: Which ASX shares could benefit?

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX shares could prove winners from yesterday's budget.

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Energy Shares

Own AGL shares? Your dividend arrives today

| Sebastian Bowen

AGL shares are giving back today. Here's the tea!

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Dividend Investing

It's payday for Wesfarmers shareholders today. Here's the deal

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors weren't too impressed when Wesfarmers announced a cut-price dividend a few months back.

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Resources Shares

What was the highest ever BHP share price?

| Sebastian Bowen

How high have BHP shares ever climbed?

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Bank Shares

Buy or sell? ASX experts rate the CBA share price for April

| Sebastian Bowen

Buy, hold or sell for CBA shares? Let's take a look.

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts this Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

Read more »

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Do Endeavour (ASX:EDV) shares pay dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

How does Endeavour go as an ASX dividend share?

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