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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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Energy Shares

Own New Hope shares? It's dividend payday today

| Sebastian Bowen

Some investors are about to bag a big cheque...

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Gold

Are Newmont shares at a stretched valuation right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on the current Newmont share price.

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Share Fallers

The Star Entertainment share price is trading around all-time lows of 40 cents: How low can it go?

| Sebastian Bowen

I think the fate of Star shares rests on one factor...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors enjoyed another strong showing this Tuesday.

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Healthcare Shares

Top broker predicts 14% upside for CSL share price

| Sebastian Bowen

Brokers are giving CSL shares a thumbs up right now.

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Energy Shares

What's driving New Hope shares' gigantic 8.4% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is an 8.37% dividend yield too good to be true?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a very happy start to the trading week for investors today.

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Materials Shares

Are Pilbara shares worth buying right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the current Pilbara stock price low enough for me to buy?

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Perpetual shares freeze and thaw as corporate suitor circles

| Sebastian Bowen

Something rather odd happened with Perpetual shares this morning...

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Communication Shares

Telstra shares could reach $4.25 in 2025!

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts aren't messing around on Telstra shares right now.

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Gold

3 highly rated ASX gold ETFs to consider buying now

| Sebastian Bowen

You don't have to own bullion to invest in gold...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's also take a look at what the various ASX sectors were doing this Wednesday.

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ETFs

Here's the current ASX dividend yield on the Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS)

| Sebastian Bowen

How much passive income can one expect from this popular index fund?

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Gold

This ASX gold stock is up 30% in a month, and insiders are still buying up big!

| Sebastian Bowen

Both the CEO and chair of this gold stock are doubling down on its success.

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Share Fallers

Why did this ASX 100 stock just crash 11%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Cleanaway shares have been on a crazy roller-coaster over the past 24 hours.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX value traps I wouldn't buy for dividends right now

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd stay away from these shares if you don't want a nasty dividend surprise.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another strong showing from the share market today.

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Gold

Is it too late to buy gold as an investment in 2024?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can we still take advantage of gold at new record highs?

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52-Week Highs

7 ASX All Ords shares smashing new 52-week highs on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these stocks at new highs today?

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Travel Shares

Are Webjet shares a good buy in April?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX experts are united in their views of this travel stock.

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Bank Shares

How much do you need to invest in NAB shares for $12,000 in annual dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Enjoying $12,000 in annual dividend income is no easy feat...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was back to the races for ASX shares today, in a confident start to the week.

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How to invest

The risk of not taking risks with your ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

One financial expert has a simple message for anyone not investing in shares.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

ASX experts: Lovisa share price has 28% upside

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX brokers are still rating Lovisa as a compelling buy today.

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Index investing

3 Vanguard ASX ETFs that could create a complete investment portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I think any ASX investor can build a complete portfolio with just three ETFs.

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REITs

Should you buy this ASX REIT for its 6% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert is telling investors to take advantage of a 6% yield...

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Bank Shares

Is the CBA share price heading for a fall?

| Sebastian Bowen

Experts are still saying CBA shares are a sell.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a horrible way to end the trading week today for ASX investors.

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Opinions

I'm buying these quality ASX shares to capitalise on the decline

| Sebastian Bowen

These are the shares I'd buy if the markets get any worse.

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Opinions

Would I follow this billionaire's lead and buy Star shares amid the turmoil?

| Sebastian Bowen

Should we follow the billionaire who's 'buying-the-dip'?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Does this ASX 300 retail stock really have a 7.6% dividend yield right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is a 7.67% dividend yield too good to be true?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors finally caught a break during today's trading.

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Financial Shares

How is this ASX 200 financial stock popping 6% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This lucky company has just swung into the green in 2024...

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Superannuation

1 BIG reason your ASX shares could be underperforming your superannuation

| Sebastian Bowen

Have you checked your superannuation balance recently?

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Dividend Investing

Invest $20,000 in this ASX 100 dividend stock for $1,126 in passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on this 5.6% dividend stock...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 kept up the selling this Wednesday, with another day in the red.

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Bank Shares

Westpac stock: Should you buy the 5.5% yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Westpac an easy buy today for that 5.5% yield?

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Materials Shares

Is Core Lithium stock a good long-term investment?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this lithium dog a buy-the-dip opportunity today?

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Healthcare Shares

How much do you need to invest in CSL shares for $8,000 in annual dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL's dividends are exponentially more valuable for long-term investors.

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Dividend Investing

Is Telstra stock a smart buy right now for dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Would I buy Telstra shares for that hefty dividend yield today?

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