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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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Resources Shares

Should I buy ASX mining shares now or not?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it a mistake to buy miners in 2023?

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Dividend Investing

How to make a second income of $100 per week from ASX dividend shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how shares can pay you $100 a week.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

We've seen massive rises and falls on the ASX 200 today.

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Dividend Investing

Wesfarmers shares: A potential source of secondary income

| Sebastian Bowen

Wesfarmers shares can pay you to own them...

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International Stock News

If I'd bought $5,000 of Tesla stock 3 years ago, what would my investment be worth now?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's how much mind-blowing money investors have made on Tesla stock in three years...

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ETFs

Which of the Vanguard ASX ETFs has performed best over the past year?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here is Vanguard's list of winners from 2022.

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Dividend Investing

One oversold ASX 300 dividend share (with a 6% yield) to buy now

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why this ASX 300 dividend payer could be worth a look...

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big share price falls are driving trading volumes today.

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Share Market News

This ASX All Ords director has bought 25,000 of his company's shares in a week

| Sebastian Bowen

This director made a big investment last week.

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Energy Shares

Why is the Whitehaven share price flaming out today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Whitehaven shares are getting a wash today.

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Dividend Investing

3 high-yield ASX shares I think are dividend traps right now

| Sebastian Bowen

Watch out for these potential dividend traps.

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International Stock News

Alphabet stock: A once-in-a-decade opportunity to outdo Warren Buffett?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is now the time to snap up shares in the global tech giant?

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Retirement

Don't 'save' for retirement! I'd invest in dirt-cheap ASX shares instead

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why savers are losers.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Volatility seems to be driving ASX trading volumes this Wednesday...

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ETFs

5 reasons I'd consider buying the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)

| Sebastian Bowen

Want one reason to buy this popular ETF? I'll give you five...

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52-Week Highs

3 ASX 200 shares smashing new 52-week highs on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

These ASX 200 shares are at new, post-COVID highs.

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Dividend Investing

I wouldn't touch this popular ASX dividend share with a 10-foot pole

| Sebastian Bowen

I wouldn't touch this ASX dividend share if it paid me.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the ASX 200's most popular shares by volume...

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Dividend Investing

Why I'll be buying more ASX dividend shares for my portfolio in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I think having shares is better than having cash.

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Best Shares

Here's the next ASX All Ordinaries share I'm going to buy

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why I can't wait to buy this share.

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International Stock News

Should I buy Tesla stock for 2023 or not?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is it finally time to buy Tesla stock?

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

Miners are behind some of the big volumes we are seeing today...

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Record Highs

BHP share price hits milestone $50 mark on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP shares hit a new record high today...

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Dividend Investing

Is Wesfarmers a 'safe' ASX 200 share to buy for dividends?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are Wesfarmers' dividends really safe?

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Dividend Investing

Attention income investors! These 7 ASX 200 dividend shares are projecting yields of 7%+ in FY24

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are some shares expected to be dividend beasts over the next year...

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Dividend Investing

How I'd invest $5,000 in high-yield ASX shares to earn a second income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's where I would go with $5,000 to invest today...

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Index investing

3 reasons to invest in the ASX 200 in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why everyone should consider investing in the ASX 200...

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

Pilbara Minerals is leading our volume charts today with a big share price loss...

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Retail Shares

Falling inflation! Could the party be back on for ASX 200 retail shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are ASX 200 retail shares on fire today?

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ETFs

Why right now is always a great time to invest in ASX ETFs: Scott Phillips

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are some Foolish investing tips from our investment chief, Scott Phillips.

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Dividend Investing

2 ASX 200 dividend stocks I'm running a mile from

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are two shares I'm avoiding like the plague.

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Dividend Investing

3 ASX 200 shares I own for big dividends in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three shares I own for big dividends.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

Pilbara Minerals is leading the ASX 200's most traded shares today.

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Energy Shares

Can Woodside shares keep delivering stellar gains in 2023?

| Sebastian Bowen

These experts reckon Woodside is just getting started...

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52-Week Highs

5 ASX 200 shares smashing new, 52-week highs on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

52-week highs are falling like flies on the ASX today.

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Dividend Investing

Here's why 2023 will be a huge year for passive income

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why 2023 could be the best year for passive income yet...

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Best Shares

New year, new look: 3 dependable ASX shares I'll be adding to my portfolio in 2023

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are three ASX shares I would love to buy in 2023.

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Share Market News

Here are the 3 most heavily traded ASX 200 shares on Wednesday

| Sebastian Bowen

Some big share price rises are boosting volumes this Wednesday.

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Economy

ASX 200 lifts despite latest Aussie inflation data

| Sebastian Bowen

Inflation is getting worse. So why are ASX shares rising?

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Record Highs

Why did the BHP share price just hit a new, all-time high?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why the BHP share price just cracked a new record high.

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