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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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ETFs

The smartest ASX ETF to buy with $1,000 right now

| Sebastian Bowen

One ETF stands out to me on the markets this June..

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How to invest

What kind of return could I expect by investing $200 monthly into ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investing $200 a month can make anyone rich. All you need is time.

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Dividend Investing

Do the dividends from AMP shares come fully franked?

| Sebastian Bowen

Do AMP investors enjoy the tax benefits of franking today?

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Dividend Investing

For a shot at $1,320 a year in passive income, buy 2,000 shares of this ASX stock

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I can't go past this share for passive income on the ASX.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed an exceptional rebound this Tuesday.

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Healthcare Shares

Will CSL shares rise in value over the next 12 months? Here's what the experts say

| Sebastian Bowen

Can CSL have a better year in FY2025?

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Dividend Investing

This 6% ASX dividend stock can pay $100 cash every month

| Sebastian Bowen

If I wanted dividend cash up front, every month, I'd go with this stock.

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ETFs

How to invest in US weight loss drug stocks on the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Want to buy shares in the maker of Ozempic? There's an ASX ETF for that.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a pretty awful start to the trading week for ASX shares today.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Paladin Energy shares on ice as fission-powered acquisition rumours grow

| Sebastian Bowen

It looks like Paladin is about to go shopping...

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IPOs

How rich are the Guzman Y Gomez founders following the company's IPO?

| Sebastian Bowen

Guzman's IPO has netted its co-founders millions...

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Tax

Don't forget your franking credits this tax time

| Sebastian Bowen

Franking credits form an important part of your returns from your dividend shares.

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Opinions

It's up 3,500%, but here's why I'm still not buying Nvidia stock

| Sebastian Bowen

I wish I bought Nvidia in 2023, but I'm not buying it in 2024.

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International Stock News

Thinking about buying Nvidia stock? Here's why you might already own it

| Sebastian Bowen

You might not have missed out on Nvidia's gains after all.

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Dividend Investing

9 popular ASX REITs with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are in line for some massive dividend payments from these REITs.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a lacklustre day of trading for ASX investors this Thursday.

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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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