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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

Meet the 2 new Vanguard ETFs that just hit the ASX

| Sebastian Bowen

Vanguard has something for everyone with these new funds...

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Dividend Investing

Down 2%: What's up with the Medibank share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors should be happy to see this stock drop today...

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Retirement

These 3 ASX dividend shares are perfect for retirees

| Sebastian Bowen

Retirees have different investing needs to other investors.

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Dividend Investing

Here's why I don't buy ASX dividend shares with big yields anymore

| Sebastian Bowen

A big dividend yield can sometimes make you poorer.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a very woeful Wednesday indeed for investors today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The market sent ASX investors back to earth this Tuesday.

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Travel Shares

Are Qantas shares still worth buying at $10?

| Sebastian Bowen

Qantas' rise in recent months has been extraordinary.

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ETFs

ASX ETF investors: Are you making this easy mistake?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's easy to overlook this.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a pleasant start to the week for investors today.

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Dividend Investing

Down 8%: Are Westpac shares still a buy for dividend income?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on Westpac's big dividend yield.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX dividend shares to double up on right now

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two stocks remain attractive for income investors.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a woeful end to the trading week for investors this Friday...

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Dividend Investing

Passive income investors: This ASX stock has a 5% yield with monthly payouts

| Sebastian Bowen

Big yields are harder and harder to find on the ASX these days.

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX All Ords shares at new 52-week highs this Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares are proving to be a safe harbour this Friday.

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Index investing

Vanguard Australian Shares ETF (VAS): Should we be worried about CBA?

| Sebastian Bowen

Has CBA grown too big for VAS' boots?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors were treated to a rare green session this Thursday.

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Technology Shares

Up 100% from its 12-month low, is there any value left in this ASX technology stock?

| Sebastian Bowen

An expert thinks this stock's epic run has left its shares looking expensive.

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Dividend Investing

Coles dividend: Everything you need to know about the new supersized payout

| Sebastian Bowen

A record payout is coming investors' way.

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Bank Shares

Is NAB stock a buy for its dividend yield right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

NAB's dividend yield remains lucrative.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors just endured another woeful Wednesday session.

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52-Week Highs

These 4 ASX 200 shares just clocked new 52-week highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares are standing out from the crowd today.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Everything you need to know about the new Woolworths dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

Woolworths has just announced its lowest interim dividend since 2022.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors endured a tough Tuesday session today.

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Defensive Shares

Power up your defences: 2 ASX utility ETFs for steady income

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these ETFs offer investors some of the ASX's most reliable dividends.

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Share Market News

Income investors: These Australian dividend shares are raising payouts again

| Sebastian Bowen

It's time for a pay rise!

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rocky but positive start to the week's trading this Monday.

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52-Week Highs

5 ASX 200 stocks hitting new 52-week highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

These stocks are pushing higher today despite the shaky market...

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Share Market News

One of these insiders just made a $1 million BHP share buy

| Sebastian Bowen

These management figures seem to think BHP is cheap right now...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a woeful end to a woeful week this Friday for ASX investors.

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Dividend Investing

24 ASX 200 shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

It's a big week ahead for dividend investors on the ASX.

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Technology Shares

2 high-flying ASX 200 tech shares reporting next week

| Sebastian Bowen

A lot is riding on what these stocks reveal next week.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was an awful Thursday for ASX investors.

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52-Week Highs

These 9 ASX 200 shares just hit new 52-week highs

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's check them out.

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Share Market News

Big news: ASX 200 hits 5-week low after massive drop

| Sebastian Bowen

The market has gone from bad to worse today.

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Retail Shares

Super Retail shares crash 13% after profit drop

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors don't like what they see with this company's numbers.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX 200 shares endured yet another rough session this hump day.

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Technology Shares

Up 8%: This ASX 200 tech stock just reported boosted sales, profit and dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors clearly loved what this company had to say today.

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52-Week Highs

6 ASX 200 shares hitting new 52-week highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares are defying today's market sell-off.

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Bank Shares

I'm getting nervous about the CBA share price

| Sebastian Bowen

The higher CBA climbs, the more nervous I get.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another rough day for ASX investors.

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