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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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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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

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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Forecast: in the space of a year, the Amazon share price could turn £1,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Amazon share price is down almost 25%, but with AI ramping up, the outlook for this business remains bright.…

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

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

More growth could be on the horizon for the Unilever share price if management can deliver on its promises. Here’s…

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A 15.7% dividend yield! Is this a juicy income opportunity?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian analyses the energy enterprise responsible for 5% of the UK’s natural gas supply, whose production is primed to…

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£10,000 invested in the Nasdaq at the start of 2025 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The first quarter of 2025 has been a rough ride for Nasdaq investors. However, there may still be volatility yet…

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1 S&P 500 stock on my buy list when volatility strikes

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This S&P 500 company lies at the heart of digital payment processing generating extraordinary amounts of free cash flow and…

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This 13%-yielding FTSE 250 share looks dirt cheap

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 stock's caught in an unfriendly political and regulatory environment. But has this created a buying opportunity for…

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3 FTSE 100 shares to consider buying in a recession

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores three FTSE 100 shares with impressive track records of navigating through even the worst economic climates.

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Experts forecast a 109% surge for this penny stock that’s already paying dividends!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This penny stock could more than triple its earnings this year, potentially sending the share price skyrocketing! Zaven Boyrazian takes…

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A 2025 stock market crash 2025 could be an ultra-rare chance to build a £1m portfolio

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

While a stock market crash in 2025 isn’t a certainty, investors who prepare for the worst today could unlock life-changing…

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Prediction: 10 years from now, £20,000 invested in a Stocks and Shares ISA could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A £20,000 investment in this leading UK stock would have transformed a Stocks and Shares ISA into half a million…

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How to aim for an eventual second income worth up to £57k on a £37k salary

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The average UK salary is more than enough to kick off an investment portfolio and build towards a second income.…

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How to turn £100 a month into £100k with dividend stocks

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Not all dividend stocks are boring. Zaven Boyrazian explores three businesses that have massively beaten the market over the last…

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Here’s how a market crash could help investors earn double the State Pension

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The UK State Pension doesn’t offer enough cash for a comfortable retirement, but by capitalising on a market crash, investors…

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Prediction: 10 years from now, £5,000 invested in a SIPP could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Want to know how much a SIPP could be worth a decade from now? Share Advisor analyst Zaven Boyrazian explores…

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3 under-the-radar UK shares that could make investors richer

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Motley Fool Share Advisor analyst Zaven Boyrazian outlines three hidden UK shares he’s investigating further for potential long-term returns.

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How I’d invest £500 using 3 lessons from billionaire Warren Buffett

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These three simple lessons from Warren Buffett could guide investors into reaping jaw-dropping investment returns over the long run.

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