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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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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was another rough day for ASX 200 shares this Thursday.

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Share Fallers

Why did the Lake Resources share price crash another 23% in July?

| Sebastian Bowen

July was a brutal month for shareholders of this lithium stock.

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How to invest

What happens if you buy too many ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to diversification, you can have too much of a good thing.

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How to invest

Here's which ASX shares I'd buy with my first $1,000 investment right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are the investments I would recommend to a beginner with $1,000 to invest.

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Dividend Investing

4 things to look for when buying high-yield ASX dividend shares

| Sebastian Bowen

High-yield dividend shares can burn you if you don't know what to look out for.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was pure chaos on the share market this Wednesday.

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Share Fallers

Here's why the AGL share price is getting whacked on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

The energy giant's shares are losing steam fast, but why?

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Dividend Investing

My favourite ASX dividend stock to buy for reliable income

| Sebastian Bowen

This dividend share offers a yield of almost 6% right now.

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Dividend Investing

Forget gold! I'd buy ASX 200 dividend shares to earn a second income

| Sebastian Bowen

When it comes to passive income, dividend stocks beat gold every time.

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Retirement

Forget 'saving' for retirement. I'd buy undervalued ASX shares instead

| Sebastian Bowen

If you want a comfortable retirement, forget about your term deposits.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Thank the RBA for today's happy showing.

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Share Market News

Returning capital: These ASX companies have been buying back their shares in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these capital-returning shares?

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Travel Shares

Why did the Qantas share price smash the ASX 200 in July?

| Sebastian Bowen

Qantas shares flew high indeed over July.

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Healthcare Shares

Down 15% from their 2023 high, could it be time to buy CSL shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Almost every broker reckons its finally time to buy CSL shares.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a shaky, but overall decent, start to the week's trading today.

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Travel Shares

Could Flight Centre shares still be a buy after hitting another 52-week high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Shares in the travel company can't stop climbing. Is it too late to buy?

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Energy Shares

Why did the Woodside share price leap 11% in July?

| Sebastian Bowen

Woodside shares are on track for an exceptionally strong month over July.

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Dividend Investing

I'd buy these ASX shares for high and reliable dividend yields

| Sebastian Bowen

I already own these two dividend payers for high and reliable income.

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Gold

Why is the Silver Lake Resources share price crashing 21% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The miner isn't getting a gold medal today...

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How to invest

Wondering if ASX shares will go up in August? Here's the question you SHOULD be asking instead

| Sebastian Bowen

Good investing starts with asking the right questions.

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How to invest

The Warren Buffett indicator is flashing red. Here's why I'm still buying ASX shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Would Warren Buffett be selling his shares right now?

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

The ASX 200 gave investors a rough end to the week this Friday.

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Share Fallers

Why is this ASX 200 share sinking 10% today?

| Sebastian Bowen

This ASX 200 share has just reported some numbers, and investors aren't impressed.

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Best Shares

2 ASX dividend stocks I plan on holding forever

| Sebastian Bowen

I'd rather sell my house than these two ASX dividend stocks.

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Bank Shares

How does the CBA dividend yield compare to other ASX 200 bank shares right now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why does the ASX's largest bank pay the smallest dividends?

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International Stock News

Could the Tesla share price really turn 10-bagger from here?

| Sebastian Bowen

Elon Musk reckons Tesla can 10-bag from here. Is he right?

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Dividend Investing

$500 monthly passive income from a $20k ASX share portfolio? Here's how

| Sebastian Bowen

Want passive income? Here's a roadmap to get it.

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX investors enjoyed yet another day of strong gains on the markets today.

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Best Shares

Easy investing: 3 ASX shares with nice dividends and reasonable prices

| Sebastian Bowen

Want some stress-free shares for you portfolio? Here are three.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

This ASX All Ords share just surged 30% on a takeover bid from GQG

| Sebastian Bowen

This All Ords share suddenly has two suitors knocking on its door.

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ETFs

Own the Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (VDHG)? Here's what you're invested in

| Sebastian Bowen

This ETF let's you invest in anything and everything.

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Travel Shares

The Flight Centre share price just zoomed to a new 52-week high. Here's the lowdown

| Sebastian Bowen

Flight Centre shares just keep on gaining altitude.

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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 share market winners?

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ETFs

These top ASX ETFs are trading near 52-week highs. Why I'd still buy

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I would happily buy any of these quality funds right now.

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52-Week Highs

Why did the Fortescue share price just smash a new 2-year high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Investors have sent Fortescue shares to heights not seen since 2021 today.

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Bank Shares

What's the forecast dividend yield on Westpac shares for FY24?

| Sebastian Bowen

This broker reckons Westpac is just getting started when it comes to dividends.

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Economy

Could the latest CPI data mean the end of interest rate rises in Australia in 2023?

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's inflation data could give pause to rising interest rates.

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Economy

ASX shares rise as inflation comes in cooler than expected

| Sebastian Bowen

Today's inflation numbers appear to be good news for ASX shares.

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Dividend Investing

Own AFIC shares? Here's what you need to know about the latest dividend

| Sebastian Bowen

AFIC's latest dividend won't come as too much of a shock.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of today's winning ASX 200 shares?

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