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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 Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a bleak Wednesday for many ASX shares today.

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IPOs

It's only a day until ASX investors can buy Guzman y Gomez shares

| Sebastian Bowen

We're only one sleep away from the fast food company's ASX debut.

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Share Gainers

Here's why ASX uranium shares like Deep Yellow are running hot today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX uranium stocks are on fire this Wednesday.

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ETFs

Own the Vanguard US Total Market Shares Index ETF (VTS)? Here's your 12-month ASX outlook

| Sebastian Bowen

After an extraordinary FY2024, can the VTS ETF keep it up this financial year?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed a lucrative Tuesday session today.

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Dividend Investing

Tax-busters: 5 fully-franked ASX dividend shares I'd buy for FY25

| Sebastian Bowen

Fully-franked dividends can save you paying some tax this year...

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Mergers & Acquisitions

What will happen to CSR shares next week?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a huge month for ASX veteran CSR this June...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The markets ended the trading week on a sad note today.

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ETFs

Records tumble! Hot ASX ETFs smash all-time highs again on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a little strange to see these ETFs hit new highs on a red day for the ASX...

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Dividend Investing

Medibank shares: Here's the dividend yield you'll get today

| Sebastian Bowen

Medibank stock offers a decent dividend yield today.

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ETFs

16% per annum: What is the VanEck Wide Moat ETF's secret sauce?

| Sebastian Bowen

This Buffett-inspired ETF has delivered mind-blowing performance.

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Dividend Investing

Does DroneShield stock pay dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Dividends would be the cherry on top for DroneShield's lucky investors.

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Dividend Investing

Is the 11% dividend yield from Yancoal shares too good to be true?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can you ever rely on an 11% dividend yield?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's trading gave ASX investors some much-needed relief.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own either of these ASX shares about to pop out a dividend?

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How to invest

3 lower-risk ASX shares for beginner investors

| Sebastian Bowen

I would happily recommend these three shares to a beginner today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another horrid day for ASX investors this hump day.

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Superannuation

Want a $2 million superannuation fund? Here's how I'd aim to build one with exactly $400 per month

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on how to maximise your super fund.

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BNPL shares

Has the Zip share price 'risen too rapidly'?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert is telling us to take Zip's profits off the table.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was carnage on the stock market this Tuesday.

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ETFs

iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) inks all-time ASX high! Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on this ETF's new record.

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ETFs

3 popular ASX ETFs smashing record highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these lucky ETFs?

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Retirement

What age is too young to retire in Australia?

| Sebastian Bowen

Even if you can retire early, should you?

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Tax

Own ASX shares? Here are 3 investing tax deductions you may not be aware of

| Sebastian Bowen

Make sure you don't miss out on any of the tax breaks available to owners of ASX shares this tax…

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Healthcare Shares

CSL shares can 'absolutely' head to $500: ASX expert

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert reckons it's foolish to bet against CSL...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed a great finish to the trading week this Friday.

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Gold

Why this jumbo ASX gold stock is targeting a copper pipeline

| Sebastian Bowen

This massive gold miner seems to be seeing a better future in copper.

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ETFs

The ultimate ASX stock to buy with $1,000 right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think this all-in-one stock is a great fit for every investor's portfolio.

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Superannuation

Building a bigger superannuation fund could reduce your tax bill in FY24

| Sebastian Bowen

Did you know that giving extra cash to your super can save you tax?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a fantastic Thursday for ASX shares today.

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Dividend Investing

Should you buy the 3 highest-yielding dividend shares in the ASX 200?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are the highest-yielding dividend shares on the ASX worth buying today?

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52-Week Lows

Core Lithium share price dives another 12%. How low can it go?

| Sebastian Bowen

Core Lithium has been playing a game of limbo with investors in 2024...

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Tax

Tax time: If you have ASX shares, here's what you need to know about franking credits

| Sebastian Bowen

Franking credits are vital to your returns from ASX shares.

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Superannuation

3 reasons it's a very bad idea to draw down on your superannuation early

| Sebastian Bowen

Withdrawing even a little from super will cost you a lot...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors were back to buying this Wednesday.

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Share Gainers

This high-profile ASX 200 stock is soaring on a $130 million windfall

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are loving what this stock announced this morning...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to reality for ASX investors this Tuesday with a market drop.

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IPOs

Should you buy shares in Guzman y Gomez when it lists on the ASX?

| Sebastian Bowen

Guzman y Gomez's IPO will be a blockbuster ASX event.

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52-Week Highs

Up 40% in a year, why this ASX All Ords stock just hit a new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

This All Ords stock has been on fire in recent months.

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Opinions

My ASX share portfolio has two giant weeds in it. Should I pull them out?

| Sebastian Bowen

Like the Gambler, you have to know when to fold 'em.

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