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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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Dividend Investing

Everything you need to know about the supersized CSL dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

CSL has just given investors another dividend pay rise.

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Best Shares

The ASX 200 share I wish I had bought a decade ago (and might still)

| Sebastian Bowen

I wish I bought this stock in 2013, but it might not be too late in 2023.

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Opinions

Forget Pilbara Minerals shares! I'd buy this ASX lithium share instead

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd choose this unconventional pick for lithium exposure today.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a cold start to the trading week for the markets today.

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Bank Shares

Are ANZ shares an opportunistic buy for income?

| Sebastian Bowen

ANZ shares might be a buy for dividends, but not much else.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here are 3 reasons to buy Coles shares right now

| Sebastian Bowen

I reckon shares in the supermarket giant are a good buy and here's why.

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Opinions

Are BrainChip shares finally cheap enough to buy?

| Sebastian Bowen

When will BrainChip be cheap enough to buy?

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ETFs

Here are the top shares you'll own in the Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (VDHG)

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are the shares that dominate this diversified ETF.

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Bank Shares

If I buy $10,000 of BOQ shares right now, how much passive income might I receive in the next 12 months?

| Sebastian Bowen

Does this bank really offer a dividend yield above 7% right now?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 ended the trading week on a sour note today.

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ETFs

Guess which ASX ETF has delivered an average annual return of 19% over the past 5 years

| Sebastian Bowen

How has this ETF pulled off such a spectacular return?

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Dividend Investing

4 ASX All Ords shares with ex-dividend dates next week

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's what you need to know about next week's major dividend dates.

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Share Fallers

Why is the AFIC share price tumbling today?

| Sebastian Bowen

There's a happy reason why AFIC shares are dropping today.

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Dividend Investing

Here's what happens when you cash out your ASX dividends

| Sebastian Bowen

Should you use a dividend reinvestment plan for your share payouts?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

We had some impressive gains on the ASX 200 this Thursday.

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ETFs

Want to buy the BetaShares Crude Oil Index ETF to cash in on surging oil prices? Here's what you need to know

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF is surging on the back of galloping oil prices.

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52-Week Highs

7 ASX 200 shares dodging the doldrums to crack new 52-week highs

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these shares hitting new highs today?

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How to invest

'Upside for shareholders can be supernormal': Global fundie's guide to successful stock picking

| Sebastian Bowen

This expert has some valuable tips for all ASX investors.

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Energy Shares

Woodside share price surges amid potential strike action

| Sebastian Bowen

Woodside shares are defying looming strike action and pushing higher today.

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Best Shares

2 ASX stocks I think can turn $15,000 into $50,000 in just 10 years

| Sebastian Bowen

These shares have made their investors wealthy in recent years...

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Healthcare Shares

Why has the Resmed share price crashed 19% in a week?

| Sebastian Bowen

The sleep-focused ASX 200 healthcare stock has been harshly punished over the past week.

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International Stock News

Should I forget Tesla shares and buy this US stock instead?

| Sebastian Bowen

Tesla has an Amazon-backed rival. Should investors change horse?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of today's top ten shares?

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BNPL shares

Why is the Zip share price smashing the ASX 300 today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Zip shares are faring better than the broader index today. But why?

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ETFs

Should you buy this ASX ETF with an eye-popping 8.8% dividend yield?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF pays a near-9% yield, but there's a catch...

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Best Shares

5 ASX shares I would buy if the share market has a firesale

| Sebastian Bowen

If there's a stock market sale, I would queue up for these ASX shares.

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Energy Shares

10% yield! But are Whitehaven shares worth the risk?

| Sebastian Bowen

The coal miner might lure you in with its monstrous dividend yield.

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Retirement

Considering switching your superannuation to cash? Read this first

| Sebastian Bowen

For most investors, cash is trash in your super fund.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should you pour Treasury Wine shares into your portfolio while they're under $12?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is this beaten-down stock in the $12 bargain bin?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors almost choked at the finish line today.

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52-Week Highs

7 ASX 200 stocks smashing new 52-week highs on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these lucky ASX shares?

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Should I still buy Wesfarmers shares at nearly $50 a pop?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Wesfarmers worth a pre-earnings buy at nearly $50 a share right now?

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The stock market gave investors a rude start to the week today.

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Share Gainers

This tiny ASX lithium share is skyrocketing 80% amid deal with a mining giant

| Sebastian Bowen

We check what's behind this ASX small-cap's stellar performance today.

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Defensive Shares

7 mighty companies I'd invest in to build a defensive ASX portfolio

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how I would build a defensive share portfolio today.

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How to invest

How popular are ASX shares among the rich and wealthy?

| Sebastian Bowen

And how does your portfolio balance compare to the richest Australians'?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of today's top ASX shares?

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Opinions

This pair of ASX 200 shares are at the top of my watchlist for August. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

I think these two shares are a pair of the ASX 200's best businesses.

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Gold

Should I be looking at gold as an investment right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

There is more than one way to invest in gold.

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ETFs

What's the outlook for the BetaShares Nasdaq 100 ETF (NDQ) in August?

| Sebastian Bowen

NASDAQ investors need to focus on just one share this August.

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