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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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Technology Shares

Why did the Appen share price crash 15% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Appen shares remain up more than 250% this year.

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Index investing

Want to outperform 82% of professional fund managers? Buy these ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

It's easier than you'd think to beat most ASX fund managers.

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Index investing

The ultimate guide to investing in the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) for maximum returns

| Sebastian Bowen

This strategy should get you the best bang for your buck with VAS.

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How to invest

I'm preparing for an ASX stock market crash in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

Whatever happens next year, my portfolio will be ready...

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ETFs

Will the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) return another 36% in 2025?

| Sebastian Bowen

It's been an extraordinary year for this popular index fund...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX shares had a rough end to the trading week this Friday.

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ETFs

Big news: BetaShares to close 9 ASX ETFs

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these ETFs that are getting the chop?

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ETFs

3 exotic ETFs to diversify any ASX stock portoflio

| Sebastian Bowen

Any one of these three ETFs will boost your portfolio's diversification significantly.

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Gold

Own Newmont shares? You could be in for a lucrative 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert is expecting big things from Newmont in 2025.

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ETFs

10 red-hot ASX ETFs that smashed new highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these lucky exchange-traded funds?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX made it three losses in a row this Thursday.

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Industrials Shares

Guess which ASX 200 stock is surging on $75 million share buyback news

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors are delighted at the big news out of this company.

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Opinions

2 magnificent ASX shares I'm never selling

| Sebastian Bowen

I will hold these stocks for the rest of my days.

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ETFs

Betashares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) hits new record high! Too late to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF can't seem to stop hitting new highs.

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Opinions

2 ASX 200 shares I think will bounce back in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

These stocks have had a tough 2024.

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Healthcare Shares

If you'd invested $5,000 in this ASX 300 healthcare stock a year ago, you'd now have $30,000!

| Sebastian Bowen

This stock has made millions for investors over just a few months.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors endured another rough trot this hump day.

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ETFs

2 under-the-radar ASX ETFs smashing record highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

How are these two funds bucking the market today?

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Opinions

2 popular All Ords shares I won't touch with a bargepole in 2025

| Sebastian Bowen

I like my money, so I'm avoiding buying these shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough Tuesday session for ASX investors today.

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52-Week Highs

5 under-the-radar ASX 200 shares smashing new highs today

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares are bucking the market big time.

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Materials Shares

Up 8%: What's going on with the Liontown share price today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Lithium stocks are some of the biggest winners so far this Tuesday.

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Resources Shares

Why has the Fortescue share price just jumped 8%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big news out of China seems to be boosting this miner.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a slow start to the week for ASX shares this Monday.

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How to invest

Is your ASX share portfolio too diversified?

| Sebastian Bowen

Too much of a good thing can negatively impact your portfolio.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

21% in a year: Have Coles shares become too expensive?

| Sebastian Bowen

Brokers give their verdict on Coles for 2025.

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ETFs

Here are my 2 favourite ASX ETFs for December

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two ASX ETFs are worth a look for any investor right now...

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Dividend Investing

Here's my 5-step approach to earning passive income of $1,000 a month

| Sebastian Bowen

Follow these steps and you might be able to retire early...

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Energy Shares

Guess which top 100 ASX stock this $139 billion superannuation fund ditched

| Sebastian Bowen

UniSuper has ditched this popular retirement stock.

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Materials Shares

Why are short sellers fleeing from Pilbara Minerals shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are the shorters finally calling a bottom for Pilbara?

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How to invest

Concerned about ASX shares at all-time highs? Don't worry, you've got options

| Sebastian Bowen

Investing in other asset classes can help mitigate the share market's highs...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX was back to fine form this Thursday...

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Dividend Investing

2 high-yield ASX dividend ETFs to buy for passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

These funds are my top picks for ETF income right now.

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Technology Shares

Why has this ASX 200 tech stock rocketed 38% in a month?

| Sebastian Bowen

The stars aligned for this stock over the past month.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 300 shares with ex-dividend dates before the end of 2024

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you want the latest payment from these shares that are set to trade ex-dividend?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a red day for the markets this Wednesday.

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52-Week Highs

10 ASX 200 shares smashing new highs while the market sinks

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these market-defying stocks?

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REITs

This ASX 200 stock just tanked 4% amid a $1.9 billion sale

| Sebastian Bowen

Millions of Goodman shares were just sold off.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another day and another record high for ASX shares.

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Cheap Shares

6 ASX shares down 50%+ in 2024. Are they cheap?

| Sebastian Bowen

A cheap share doesn't always mean a bargain.

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