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Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven is an equity investment analyst. Specialising in corporate valuation, he employs a modern take on the principles set out by Benjamin Graham to identify hidden value in companies that are making the world a better place. Zaven has previously worked in the aerospace and video game industries, holding a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, a Master's degree in Investment Management, and has passed the Level 3 CFA exam. “We never can be sure of an outcome, but I think we can get the odds on our side by understanding where we are in the cycle.” - Howard Marks

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Investing Articles

Prediction: in the next 12 months, the Lloyds share price could climb to…

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With a Supreme Court ruling expected soon, Zaven Boyrazian dives into the latest expert forecasts for the Lloyds share price…

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Prediction: 1 year from now, the Rolls-Royce share price could turn £5,000 into…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is up over 80% in the last 12 months alone, but can this momentum continue? Here…

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Forecast: in 12 months, the EUA share price could be…

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This mining stock has more than tripled in the last 12 months, but one analyst believes it could skyrocket in…

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15% dividend yield! Is this the ultimate UK income stock to consider buying today?

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This energy company's been hit hard by production delays and windfall taxes, but could its fortunes be set to change…

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This under-the-radar S&P 500 stock turned £10,000 into £283,500 in 10 years

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This Texas landowner has made a fortune for shareholders from the US oil rush without spending a dime on drilling.…

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These 3 FTSE 250 dividend shares are offering up to 13.4% yields!

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The energy sector is offering some of the highest dividend yields on the UK stock market right now, but are…

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£10,000 invested in this FTSE 100 stock 15 years ago would be worth £450,000 today

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Investors could be halfway to becoming a millionaire if they'd just put £10,000 into this FTSE 100 stock in 2010.…

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Is this one of the most undervalued stocks on the London Stock Exchange?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A market-beating investment manager has just unveiled some of his latest buys from the London Stock Exchange. And this is…

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Forget side hustles! This is how I’m building a second income from stocks

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Motley Fool analyst Zaven Boyrazian explains his strategy for building a substantial second income in the long run with British…

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The top 4 stocks to buy now and 1 to avoid — according to market experts!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Jefferies experts have highlighted their top picks to profit from surging European defence spending, as well as a company they…

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Looking to invest in the stock market? Here are 3 top picks from the pros to consider

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These are some of the highest conviction investment ideas in the UK stock market in 2025 from the team of…

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Could this top UK dividend stock deliver consistent income and wealth for years?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After hiking shareholder dividends for 45 years in a row, this FTSE enterprise has given gargantuan returns to long-term investors.…

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From £1,000 to £10,000: investing with a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores various investing strategies when aiming for a sustainable 1,000% return within a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Smart investors are using a SIPP to become retirement millionaires! Here’s how to aim high

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in a SIPP can supercharge retirement savings and even lead to a million-pound nest egg by sparing just £500…

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7 simple Warren Buffett tips that could make investors richer

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

While Warren Buffett will soon be stepping down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, his investing advice remains more relevant than…

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Top analysts are snapping up this under-the-radar penny stock predicted to soar 186% in 2025!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Canacoord Genuity has issued a Buy rating on this under-the-radar lithium penny stock, citing explosive growth potential. But is the…

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3 UK shares the pros are buying right now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Professional analysts at Barclays Capital have reiterated their Buy ratings on these proven UK shares, so should investors rush to…

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Why now is the perfect time to unlock passive income from UK real estate

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With interest rates falling, the high-yielding opportunities among REITs could be the ultimate passive income-generating tool of 2025.

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Diageo’s share price plunges 43% in 2 years! Time to consider buying the dip?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With sales falling, the Diageo share price is being hit hard. But with the shares now trading near 52-week lows,…

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The GGP share price skyrockets 100%+ in 2025 – Could this be the breakout stock of the year?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the GGP share price more than doubling in four months, can Greatland Gold continue to thrive throughout the rest…

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JD Sports’ share price soars 27% in just 3 weeks – is this the hottest stock to consider buying now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The JD Sports share price is rising rapidly as management steers the business back on track. Can this upward momentum…

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The Marks and Spencer share price stumbles on a cyberattack! Is it time to panic?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A disruptive cybersecurity breach has brought down Marks & Spencer’s online store, sending the share price tumbling. Should investors be…

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Down 32%, this FTSE stock now has a 12% dividend yield!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With one of the highest yields in the FTSE 350, is this emerging markets investment firm a screaming passive income…

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After a bumpy April, could the Dow Jones rebound in May?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Dow Jones Industrial Average took a major blow last month as new US trade policies were unveiled. But could…

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I asked ChatGPT for the best S&P 500 stocks to buy and it recommended…

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ChatGPT believes these three S&P 500 stocks are the best investments right now. Motley Fool analyst Zaven Boyrazian takes a…

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ChatGPT says investors must watch these FTSE 250 stocks!

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Motley Fool analyst Zaven Boyrazian takes a closer look at four FTSE 250 stocks picked by ChatGPT for any potential…

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I asked ChatGPT for the best FTSE 100 stocks to consider and it recommended…

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Motley Fool analyst Zaven Boyrazian reviews six FTSE 100 stocks picked by ChatGPT to determine whether any hidden opportunities exist.

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ChatGPT reveals the 5 ‘safest’ shares on the London Stock Exchange. Should I buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

ChatGPT just recommended these five British companies as the safest investments on the London Stock Exchange in 2025. But are…

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£100k in savings? Here’s how to unlock a £5k second income overnight

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With lots of savings in the bank, it's possible to start earning a chunky second income in less than 24…

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After crashing in 2025, is Tesla one of the best stocks to consider buying now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With almost 40% of Tesla's market-cap wiped out, could this be a rare and terrific buying opportunity for investors seeking…

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An analyst flags this dividend stock as 125% undervalued! Is it a potential buy?

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One analyst is predicting this dividend stock with a near-8% yield could more than double. I think it's difficult to…

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As the stock market rallies, is it too late to profit from the April sell-off?

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The stock market’s bouncing back from the April sell-off, but there are still plenty of bargains to consider. Here's one…

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Investing £20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA each year for a decade could build a portfolio worth…

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Maxing out a Stocks and Shares ISA for a decade can potentially build a near half-million-pound nest egg if winning…

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Investing £500 a month in a SIPP for the last 10 years could have beaten the State Pension by…

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Even with a 10-year time horizon, consistent SIPP investing can provide far better retirement income than the State Pension. Zaven…

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ChatGPT says this penny stock’s a buy! Should investors listen?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

ChatGPT has just recommended this unique under-the-radar penny stock for its long-term growth potential. Is it a business worth buying…

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Are these 3 heavily-discounted UK shares worth considering to buy in May?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 100's recovering quickly, but there are still plenty of UK shares offering value opportunities. Here are three that…

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As the US stock market starts to rebound, here’s Warren Buffett’s advice

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With US markets recovering, Warren Buffett just bought stakes in these five cheap companies. But his choices might surprise some…

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Investing £500 a month 5 years ago could have generated a passive income of…

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Investing in the right stocks five years ago could have unlocked some incredible gains with juicy four-figure passive incomes. Here’s…

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Forecast: by April 2026, the Apple share price could turn £1,000 into…

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The Apple share price is down almost 20% from the fallout of US tariffs, but has the market overreacted? Zaven…

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Forecast: in just 12 months, the Sainsbury’s share price could turn £1,000 into…

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J Sainsbury’s share price is tumbling as a rival retailer makes aggressive moves to recapture market share. But could this…

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