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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

Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: Inflation fears hold ASX down

| Sebastian Bowen

Here on our ASX 200 Foolish Weekly Wrap, we look at the things that moved the S&P/ASX 200 Index and…

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How to invest

Why it's a great time for ASX investors to buy US shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Thinking about buying US shares for your ASX portfolio? Here are some reasons why it might be a good time…

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Dividend Investing

When dividends can be a bad thing for an ASX share

| Sebastian Bowen

Is no dividend ever a good dividend for an ASX share? Here's when a shareholder payout can be a bad…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Audio Pixels (ASX:AKP) shares shoot up 8%

| Sebastian Bowen

The Audio Pixels Holdings Ltd (ASX:AKP) share price is having a stellar day today, up 8%. Here's why we could…

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ETFs

2 ETFs to buy today for future-proof ASX diversification

| Sebastian Bowen

The BetaShares Global Cybersecurity ETF (ASX: HACK) is one of the funds you can use to achieve future-proof ASX diversification…

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Dividend Investing

Why the Telstra (ASX:TLS) share price has had a top week

| Sebastian Bowen

The Telstra (ASX: TLS) share price is having a good week so far. Here's why the ASX's largest telco might…

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Technology Shares

ASX tech shares: A once-in-a-lifetime buying opportunity?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares look set to have another day of carnage. But could this be a once-in-a-lifetime buying opportunity?

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ETFs

How to invest in the Nasdaq Index on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to invest in the Nasdaq Index for your ASX share portfolio? Here are some ins and outs of how…

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Share Gainers

How much have investors made (or lost) on Zip (ASX:Z1P) shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

How much have ASX investors gained (or lost) on the Zip Co Ltd (ASX:Z1P) share price? It depends when they…

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ETFs

How to invest in the FTSE 100 Index on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to invest in the FTSE 100 Index? Here's what this index looks like, and how you can add it…

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Share Market News

ASX investors still can't get enough of GameStop (NYSE:GME) shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Aussie investors still can't seem to get enough of GameStop (NYSE:GME) shares. Here are the other US shares ASX investors…

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Communication Shares

Is the Telstra share price (ASX:TLS) a buy today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) shares continue to stay in the doldrums, despite a 5G rollout. Is the Telstra share price…

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Share Fallers

Why the Coles (ASX:COL) share price is still down 15% in 2021

| Sebastian Bowen

The Coles (ASX: COL) share price has been out of favour recently and has lost 15% in 2021 so far.…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Why ResApp Heath (ASX:RAP) shares are soaring

| Sebastian Bowen

The ResApp Health Ltd (ASX: RAP) share price is soaring today, up more than 9.7%. Here's why this ASX share…

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How to invest

Warning! Lower volatility always comes at a price

| Sebastian Bowen

You might want lower volatility in your ASX share portfolio, but it almost always comes at a cost. Understanding this…

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How to invest

Gold as an investment: A good idea in 2021?

| Sebastian Bowen

Gold as an investment... Is this a path we want to tread in 2021? Here are some pros and cons…

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Share Market News

Are SPACs coming to the ASX 200?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Special Purpose Acquisition Vehicles (SPACs) coming to the ASX? A new report says the ASX is under pressure to…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Ainsworth Game Technology (ASX:AGI) shares rise 11%

| Sebastian Bowen

The Ainsworth Game Technology Limited (ASX:AGI) share price was on fire today, up 11%. Here's the latest from this gaming…

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Share Market News

Why the Hub24 (ASX:HUB) share price is firing up 12% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Hub24 (ASX: HUB) share price is on fire today, rising more than 12%. Here's what's lighting this ASX 200…

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Share Fallers

Here's why the Sezzle (ASX:SZL) share price is crashing 5% today

| Sebastian Bowen

The Sezzle Inc (ASX:SZL) share price is having a terrible start to the week, down more than 5% today. Here's…

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Share Market News

Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) hits another record high. What's going on?

| Sebastian Bowen

Bitcoin (CRYPTO:BTC) has just topped US$61,000 for the first time ever. What's causing this surge in the cryptocurrency's value? Time…

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Share Market News

ASX 200 Weekly Wrap: Calm restored to the ASX 200

| Sebastian Bowen

Here on our ASX 200 Foolish Weekly Wrap, we look at the things that moved the S&P/ASX 200 Index and…

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How to invest

Want to make money investing in ASX shares? You need to know this first

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to make money investing in ASX shares? Here's something you should figure out first before you can become a…

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How to invest

What exactly is a 'balanced' ASX share portfolio?

| Sebastian Bowen

What is meant by a 'balanced portfolio of shares? Is it just a buzzword? Here's the breakdown on balance when…

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Share Gainers

Here's why the Challenger (ASX:CGF) share price is up 80% in 6 months

| Sebastian Bowen

The Challenger (ASX:CGF) share price has had a remarkable recovery, rising 80% over the past 6 months. Here's why this…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Why Advance Nanotek (ASX:ANO) shares are rocketing 7%

| Sebastian Bowen

The Advance Nanotek Ltd (ASX:ANO) share price has been on fire today, and has rocketed up 7%. Here's what's been…

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Growth Shares

Afterpay (ASX:APT) and another ASX growth share to buy right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) is one of the 2 ASX growth shares that have experienced big falls in value in recent…

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⏸️ Dividend Shares

Why ASX income investors should consider this dividend ETF

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to get dividends from US shares? Here's why you need to consider the BetaShares S&P 500 Yield Maximiser Fund…

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International Stock News

Here's why billionaire Warren Buffett's net worth is surging

| Sebastian Bowen

Berkshire Hathaway chair Warren Buffett's net worth has just surged above US$100 billion, while Elon Musk's has fallen. Here are…

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Dividend Investing

3 blue chip ASX shares with dividend yields over 5% today

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) is one of 3 blue chip ASX dividend shares offering fully franked yields of more…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Event (ASX:EVT) shares are shooting higher

| Sebastian Bowen

The Event Hospitality and Entertainment Ltd (ASX:EVT) share price has taken off today. Here's why Event shares are booming.

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Economy

Peter Costello thinks this will spark the next ASX market crash

| Sebastian Bowen

Former Treasurer Peter Costello is worrying about low interest rates, and even thinks we could see another ASX market crash

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How to invest

Is it ok to buy ASX 200 shares at a 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it ok to buy your favourite ASX 200 shares at a 52-week high? Here are some pros and cons…

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Technology Shares

Is Afterpay (ASX:APT)'s BNPL competition heating up?

| Sebastian Bowen

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and other buy now, pay later (BNPL) providers are facing increasing competition in their space. How big…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Why Envirosuite (ASX:EVS) shares are bouncing

| Sebastian Bowen

The Envirosuite Ltd (ASX: EVS) share price has been bouncing around dramatically today, up 16% at one point. Here's the…

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Economy

Lower for longer? RBA dismisses rising bond yields

| Sebastian Bowen

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has come out today and told investors that it has no plans to raise…

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Technology Shares

Here are some of the best performing ASX tech shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT) and Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) are 2 of the best performing ASX tech shares today. Here's what's been…

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Share Market News

Here are the US shares ASX investors have been buying

| Sebastian Bowen

Tech shares like Tesla (TSLA) and Nio (NIO) remain at the top of the list of US shares that Aussies…

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Technology Shares

ASX tech correction? 10 of the worst-hit shares

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX tech shares have had a rough month. Here are how some of the worst-hit shares, like Afterpay Ltd (ASX:APT),…

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Share Market News

ASX stock of the day: Aquis Entertainment (ASX:AQS) explodes 48% higher

| Sebastian Bowen

The Aquis Entertainment Ltd (ASX:AQS) share price is exploding (again) today, up almost 50%. What on earth is going on…

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