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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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Gold

What are you really getting when you buy Northern Star (ASX:NST) shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

Let's see how this ASX gold miner stacks up...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

This top ASX broker tips Coles (ASX:COL) shares for 20% upside

| Sebastian Bowen

Is Coles a buy today?

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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Bank Shares

Why is the Macquarie (ASX:MQG) share price smashing the other big banks today?

| Sebastian Bowen

Why are Macquarie shares shining today?

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International Stock News

Why did the Tritium (NASDAQ:DCFC) share price just leap 7%?

| Sebastian Bowen

Tritium shares were on fire last night...

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Investing Strategies

Warren Buffett actually made money in January. Here's how

| Sebastian Bowen

Warren Buffett does it again...

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Energy Shares

Why have ASX energy shares become such hot property in 2022?

| Sebastian Bowen

ASX energy shares have defied the market gloom to take off in 2022.

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts on Monday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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Bank Shares

How does the Macquarie (ASX:MQG) dividend compare to the big four banks?

| Sebastian Bowen

What kinds of dividends does Macquarie have under the hood?

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Share Market News

Could Australian Ethical (ASX:AEF) be about to launch a new ETF?

| Sebastian Bowen

Australian Ethical is exploring new territory...

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Resources Shares

Here's why BHP shares are in the spotlight today

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP is fully back in the hood after wrapping up its unification...

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Energy Shares

Why are AGL (ASX:AGL) shares having such a stellar start to 2022 while the ASX 200 is struggling?

| Sebastian Bowen

AGL has gone from zero to hero...

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts this Friday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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A female broker in a red jacket whispers in the ear of a man who has a surprised look on his face as she explains which two ASX 200 shares should do well in today's volatile climate
Technology Shares

Down 77%! Is the Appen (ASX:APX) share price a buy today?

| Sebastian Bowen

One top broker reckons so...

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Share Market News

This world-famous fund manager is 'buying the dip'. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

This top fundie isn't selling...

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Travel Shares

When will Flight Centre (ASX:FLT) pay a dividend again?

| Sebastian Bowen

When will the dividends flow once more?

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Dividend Investing

Here's why the Telstra (ASX:TLS) dividend is back over 4%

| Sebastian Bowen

As Telstra shares fall, the dividend rises...

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How to invest

3 reasons not to panic in this ASX 200 correction

| Sebastian Bowen

Corrections can be scary, but can also give us some buying opportunities...

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts on Thursday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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ETFs

Is VAS (ASX:VAS) really the best ASX ETF on the share market?

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's why investors can't seem to get enough of the VAS...

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Technology Shares

From hero to Xero (ASX:XRO): share price tumbles 8% to hit 52-week low

| Sebastian Bowen

What's going wrong with Xero shares? We take a closer look.

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Resources Shares

Why is the BHP (ASX:BHP) share price leaping ahead today?

| Sebastian Bowen

BHP shares are defying the market today. We take a closer look.

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Financial Shares

Own IAG (ASX:IAG) shares? Here's what you're really invested in

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's what's under IAG's hood...

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Share Market News

These 3 ASX 200 shares are topping the volume charts on Tuesday

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Here's a deep dive into the historical returns of Wesfarmers (ASX:WES) shares

| Sebastian Bowen

Here's a look at Wesfarmers' returns...

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Dividend Investing

Why is the Woolworths (ASX:WOW) dividend smaller than Coles?

| Sebastian Bowen

Woolies vs. Coles... Who comes out on top?

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Bank Shares

What is the CBA (ASX:CBA) dividend payout ratio sitting at?

| Sebastian Bowen

We look at how CommBank's dividend is faring...

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

Are ASX consumer staples shares really 'safe' to hold in a market selloff?

| Sebastian Bowen

Are consumer staples shares really 'safe' investments?

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

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Earnings Results

AFIC (ASX:AFI) share price falls despite 74% rise in profits

| Sebastian Bowen

AFIC has just reported...

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Share Market News

The Nasdaq is in correction territory. Is the ASX 200 next?

| Sebastian Bowen

Is the ASX 200 headed for a correction?

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Economy

Is the prospect of rising interest rates battering ASX shares?

| Sebastian Bowen

What's behind the slump in the ASX share market? We take a closer look.

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Gold

Want to buy gold? Here are 3 ways ASX investors can own the precious metal

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 3 ways an investor can buy gold in Australia...

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Retail Shares

These 3 ASX retail shares have grossed-up dividend yields over 8% right now

| Sebastian Bowen

These 3 dividend shares offer yields bigger than the banks right now...

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Share Market News

Why are BrainChip (ASX:BRN) shares smashing ASX 200 trading volumes today?

| Sebastian Bowen

The artificial intelligence tech company's share price is also sinking...

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Healthcare Shares

How do Medibank (ASX:MPL) dividends compare to NIB?

| Sebastian Bowen

How do the dividend yields of these 2 private healthcare insurers stack up for income investors?

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Communication Shares

Will Telstra (ASX:TLS) shares ever hit their $9 record high again?

| Sebastian Bowen

Can Telstra ever hit close to $9 a share again?

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Dividend Investing

Here are 3 ASX dividend shares with grossed-up yields over 5%

| Sebastian Bowen

Here are 3 dividend shares offering yields over 5%...

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Share Market News

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

| Sebastian Bowen

We take a look at the most active ASX 200 shares by volume…

Read more »

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Dividend Investing

What kinds of dividends will APA Group (ASX:APA) pay out in 2022?

| Sebastian Bowen

What kind of dividends can we expect form APA this year?

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