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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

The ASX 200 had a strong start to the trading week this Monday.

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Materials Shares

Which ASX mining share did Gina Rinehart inject another $20 million into?

| Sebastian Bowen

Rinehart is betting big on this lithium stock.

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Gold

Here's why the Newmont share price is making big ASX news today

| Sebastian Bowen

Newmont shares just passed a big milestone...

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Economy

What a pay rise for 2.6 million Aussies could mean for ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

A pay rise for 2.6 million Aussies could increase inflation...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

What are 3 of the safest ASX consumer discretionary shares in Australia right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

There's no such thing as a safe ASX share, but do these stocks come close?

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Energy Shares

Is this ASX 200 energy stock a buy at a P/E of 4.5?

| Sebastian Bowen

This energy stock is worth a look right now according to one expert.

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Bank Shares

Do the dividends from Westpac shares still come fully franked?

| Sebastian Bowen

Will Westpac follow ANZ and start paying out partially-franked dividends?

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares that are coiled springs for a lifetime of passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

These are my best stock picks for a lifetime of income.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors copped yet another bruising in the markets today.

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Gold

Newmont shares are about to trade ex-dividend. Time to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are running out of time if they want to snap up the latest Newmont dividend...

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Share Market News

Why did the ASX 200 just hit a 4-week low?

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200's sudden four-week low might come down to just one thing.

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Economy

Do yesterday's inflation numbers mean interest rates are set to rise?

| Sebastian Bowen

The conventional wisdom was that rates were heading down... until yesterday.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was carnage on the ASX this hump day.

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Cheap Shares

How I'd try to turn an empty portfolio into $300k by buying cheap ASX shares, starting now

| Sebastian Bowen

If I was looking for cheap ASX shares today, here's what I'd buy.

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Healthcare Shares

Up 20% in 2024, why this ASX 200 healthcare stock just hit a new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

This healthcare stock has been on fire over 2024.

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Bank Shares

Do Macquarie shares pay a decent ASX dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can Macquarie's dividends match the otehr bank stocks?

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How to invest

How Warren Buffett's advice is guiding the ASX shares I'm buying in 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how my next buy will be influenced by Buffett...

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Opinions

2 ASX shares that could help set you up for life

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two investments can help anyone achieve financial independence.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

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

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Technology Shares

Should I buy TechnologyOne shares before they trade ex-dividend on Thursday?

| Sebastian Bowen

TechnologyOne shares will drop on Thursday. Should you buy before then?

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Opinions

Forget lottery tickets, I'd buy these ASX shares instead

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd buy these two shares over a Powerball ticket any day.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 was back to the races today.

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Retirement

Why inflation could cost young investors 50% of their retirement savings

| Sebastian Bowen

High inflation is hitting younger Australians the hardest.

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Dividend Investing

Beat the bank! 2 ASX stocks worth buying to make more money than interest on savings

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd rather buy these two stocks than open a term deposit today.

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Bank Shares

Are CBA share buyers getting the highest growth in return for being the most expensive?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can higher growth justify the CBA share price premium?

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Technology Shares

Founder of ASX tech company offloads shares worth $16 million after doubling in a year

| Sebastian Bowen

Should investors be worried over this $16 million insider sale?

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How to invest

$1,000,000 portfolio: One way to achieve 7-figure wealth

| Sebastian Bowen

One simple investing trick can help almost anyone build wealth on an exponential scale.

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ETFs

Own the ASX's Vanguard US Total Markets ETF (VTS)? Here's what you're invested in

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF is worth a deeper dive...

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How to invest

3 easy ways to boost the returns of your ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

The simplest things can sometimes save you the most money...

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Superannuation

What's the average Australian superannuation balance at age 30 in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

The average super balance at age 30 might shock you.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were hitting the sell button hard today...

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Share Fallers

ASX 200 insider buys up another $2,000,000 in company stock following Wednesday's 15% crash

| Sebastian Bowen

This director took Buffett's advice to heart this week.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors endured another negative day this Thursday.

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Index investing

Does the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) pay a decent ASX dividend?

| Sebastian Bowen

This popular ETF might be worth more than its dividends...

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Dividend Investing

Is now a good time to buy this high-yield ASX dividend stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

My view is that a high yield doesn't always make for a good buy.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's the Coles share price I would buy at

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd be happy to buy Coles... at the right price.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares snatched defeat from the jaws of victory today.

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Bank Shares

If I buy 1,000 CBA shares, how much passive income will I receive?

| Sebastian Bowen

CBA's dividends might not be as lucrative as you'd think...

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Energy Shares

Is the Paladin Energy share price overcooked at $17.40?

| Sebastian Bowen

Have Paladin Energy shares climbed too high?

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52-Week Highs

Up 63%: The A2 Milk share price just hit a new 52-week high

| Sebastian Bowen

A2 Milk shares can't stop winning for investors in 2024...

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