Sebastian Bowen

@SebastianTBowen

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 Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 29, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was a great day for ASX investors this Wednesday.

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52-Week Lows

The Sayona Mining share price just hit a 4-year low

January 29, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Things have gone form bad to worse for this lithium stock.

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Bank Shares

Thinking about buying ANZ shares? The CEO isn't

January 29, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

The ANZ CEO just made a big move.

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52-Week Highs

These 12 ASX 200 stocks just hit new 52-week highs

January 29, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these popular stocks?

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Healthcare Shares

Halted: What's going on with Sigma shares today?

January 29, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Sigma investors would be holding their breath right now.

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Dividend Investing

Here's how I'm trying to build up my ASX share portfolio to earn $20,000 passive income each year

January 29, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

I'm not just investing in the highest-yielding shares...

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 28, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was a disappointing start to the week for ASX investors this Tuesday.

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REITs

UBS says this ASX DeepSeek-casualty stock has 32% upside!

January 28, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

This beaten-down REIT is attracting some attention.

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Energy Shares

Why are ASX uranium shares falling so hard on Tuesday?

January 28, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

AI fears are smashing uranium miners today...

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Data Centre Technology

Technology Shares

3 ASX data centre shares plunging 6%+ today

January 28, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It's a horrid start to the week for these unlucky shares...

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Index investing

$1,000 invested in the iShares S&P 500 ETF (IVV) at the start of 2021 is now worth…

January 20, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

This high-flying ETF has banked some stunning returns...

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Best Shares

Here's why I'm still holding out for a Wesfarmers share price dip

January 19, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

For me, the Wesfarmers share price just isn't right at the moment...

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ETFs

The only Australian ETFs I own at the start of 2025

January 18, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Every ETF adds something different to my portfolio...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 17, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

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

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Materials Shares

Down 57%: The Sayona share price's horror 2024 plunge

January 17, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

This lithium stock had a year to forget...

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Best Shares

The ASX shares I'm most excited to buy in 2025

January 17, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

If I could only buy these shares in 2025, I'd be a happy investor...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was a big day for ASX investors, with the market surging higher...

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Technology Shares

Down 7%: What's going on with the WiseTech share price this week?

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Could the ex-CEO be selling even more stock?

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Bank Shares

Could the CBA share price really fall 30%?

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

This expert is the latest to predict a rough time ahead for CBA...

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Index investing

$10,000 invested in the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS) at the start of 2020 is now worth…

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

The returns of this popular index fund might surprise you...

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Best Shares

A top-performing US stock that Australian investors really should own

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

You probably use this company's products several times a day...

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Travel Shares

Own Qantas shares? Here are some dates to watch out for in 2025

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

After a big 2024, many investors will be watching Qantas this year.

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Opinions

The one ASX stock I'm never selling

January 16, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I'd rather sell my house than this company...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 15, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was an exceptionally disappointing hump day session for ASX investors...

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Healthcare Shares

Why did this $1.4 billion ASX 200 healthcare stock just dive 9%?

January 15, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

The market didn't like what this stock had to say this morning...

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Communication Shares

Telstra share price slumps despite record $700 million AI investment

January 15, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Investors don't seem impressed with this massive AI investment...

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Dividend Investing

5.2% dividend yield? I'm buying this stellar ASX stock in bulk

January 15, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

I've been buying this stock for its monthly dividends...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 14, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was a day of relief and optimism for the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) and ASX investors this Tuesday.…

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Dividend Investing

How to make $10,000 passive income a year from ASX shares

January 14, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Anyone can use ASX shares to build a second stream of income...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 13, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough start to the week for ASX investors...

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How to invest

Should you buy ASX shares when saving for a house deposit?

January 13, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

What to consider before turning toward the sharemarket.

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52-Week Highs

4 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs while the market sinks on Monday

January 13, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Do you own any of these lucky market-buckers?

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Resources Shares

Own BHP shares? Write these 2025 dates down in the diary

January 13, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

The miner has already circled some key dates for investors...

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Share Market News

DroneShield stock: Why are short sellers piling in?

January 13, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Is this defence stock heading for a share price slump?

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Energy Shares

Is Woodside stock a buy today for its 7% dividend yield?

January 11, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

Here's my take on Woodside's massive dividend yield...

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Share Market News

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

January 10, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

It was a rough end to the week this Friday for ASX shares...

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Opinions

The only Australian stocks I own at the start of 2025

January 10, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

My portfolio has a mix of studs and potential duds...

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Bank Shares

Why is the Westpac share price being hit so hard today?

January 10, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

The bank is currently the worst-performing member of the big four.

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Bank Shares

Are superannuation funds propping up the CBA share price?

January 10, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

This expert might have cracked the CBA share price code.

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ETFs

What are the most popular ASX ETFs in Australia?

January 10, 2025 | Sebastian Bowen

You might own one or more of these popular ETFs...

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