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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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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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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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