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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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I bought 1,267 shares of this REIT for a £157 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

One of my favourite dividend stocks in my passive income portfolio right now is a REIT with a 6.3% yield…

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Here’s how to invest £5,000 in an ISA for a 7.4% dividend yield

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In January 2026, there are 73 stocks in the FTSE 250 that pay a dividend yield of 4% or more.…

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£200k in savings? Here’s how to instantly unlock a £17,200 second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Hundreds of thousands of people in the UK have over £200,000 of savings that could be used to instantly start…

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Here’s how a stock market crash could help you retire years earlier

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A stock market crash is quite unpleasant – but for the well-prepared investor, it’s a rare and wonderful opportunity to…

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2 top income stocks for January 2026, according to experts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores the latest income stock picks for January from the analyst team at AJ Bell. Are these recommendations…

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1 surging ex-penny stock to buy for the defence-spending revolution?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This under-the-radar business is quietly surging as defence spending booms. So much so, after already almost tripling, it's now no…

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Here’s how to invest £5,000 in an ISA for a £700 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian reveals a hidden strategy to start earning a chunky passive income without falling into painful high-yield income traps.

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The BIGGEST holding in my stocks and shares ISA in 2026 is…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian reveals the largest holding in his Stocks and Shares ISA that’s already surged by almost 2,700% since he…

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Here’s how to invest £50 a month in UK shares to aim for £10,000

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even with a small amount to invest each month, buying quality UK shares can still build substantial wealth in the…

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The biggest holding in my SIPP in 2026 is…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian reveals his largest SIPP investment in 2026 that’s already surged over 150% since he first bought the shares.…

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Buying £1,750 of these dividend shares could unlock a triple-digit passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Dividend shares play a critical role in an income investor's portfolio. Zaven Boyrazian explores one cash-generative enterprise in the UK…

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Up 1,250% since 2023, can the Rolls-Royce share price climb higher?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price used to trade for less than 100p. But after three short years, it’s now closer to…

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Martin Lewis reveals just how much money you could be making in the stock market

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Martin Lewis shows how £1,000 invested in 2016 could have grown to £3,790 now. But Zaven Boyrazian shows how we…

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2 top British growth shares to buy in January, according to the experts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here are two top growth shares that institutional analysts believe have the potential to thrive in 2026. Should investors rush…

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Down 53%, are B&M shares a massive turnaround play in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

B&M shares have fallen a long way from their post-pandemic highs. But with a new CEO on board, they could…

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Does an 8.1% yield make Legal & General shares a slam-dunk buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Legal & General shares are now paying a staggering 8.1% dividend yield – the highest in the FTSE 100! But…

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Shield Therapeutics’ share price is up 318% in 1 year! Should I buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Shield Therapeutics' share price has more than QUADRUPLED in a year! But is it too late for investors to buy…

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The Fresnillo share price is up 430% in 1 year! Should I buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Fresnillo's share price is surging! It’s up more than 400% in a year, but is it too late for investors…

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2 top FTSE 100 shares to buy in a recession, according to experts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores two large-cap stocks that expert analysts have highlighted as potential top shares to buy in the event…

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How much do you need to invest in income shares to earn up to £500 a month?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With a monthly target in mind, Zaven Boyrazian explains how investors can aim to earn an extra £6,000 a year…

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Investing £345 a month in FTSE shares could bag me £1,641 monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to create an additional income stream through dividend-paying FTSE shares to build long-term wealth.

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Is the S&P 500 heading for an epic stock market crash in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian shares his thoughts and insights about what could happen next to the S&P 500 and the wider US…

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Down 90% in 5 years. Is it time to consider buying this FTSE 250 fallen icon?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 robotics specialist has collapsed from almost £30 per share to £2.70. But could it be on the…

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UK investors are piling into Imperial Brands! Should I buy this FTSE 100 stock?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This high-yield FTSE 100 dividend stock is becoming quite popular among retail investors in 2026. What might they be seeing…

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How much do you need to invest to make a £650 monthly second income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down how much money investors need to unlock a £7,800 second income using higher-yielding FTSE stocks in…

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As Warren Buffett retires, here’s his final piece of advice to investors.

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After 60+ years, Warren Buffett’s stepped down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway… but leaves investors with a final few pearls…

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2 REITs to consider for passive income in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Real estate investment trusts (REITs), offer some phenomenal dividend yields for passive income investors. Zaven Boyrazian explores two that are…

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3 top growth-focused stocks to buy in January 2026, according to experts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores three UK growth stocks that expert analysts have highlighted as potential big winners and top stocks to…

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Here are 10 UK shares with 9%+ dividend yields in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores the biggest dividend yields in 2026 across the FTSE 100 and FTSE 250. Could these stocks unlock…

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2 beaten-down UK shares to consider in an ISA before they recover

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian picks out two of the worst-performing UK shares in recent years that could be ripe for a turnaround…

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How to invest £500 a month in an ISA to aim for a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing money on a regular basis in quality stocks using an ISA could lead to higher returns that increase an…

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Here’s how to aim for a passive income of £84,960 a year by investing just £99 a month

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With a long enough time horizon, £99 a month could be all it takes to earn a five-figure passive income…

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£500 buys 67 shares in this 7.4%-yielding income stock!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Got a small lump sum? Here’s one potentially overlooked FTSE 100 income stock offering a substantial dividend yield that keeps…

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The State Pension will pay £12.5k in 2026. You can aim to double it by investing in a SIPP

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The State Pension is increasing but its still not enough on its own for an easy retirement. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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This UK penny stock’s already up 30% in the first week of 2026!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This UK penny stock's skyrocketed by over 130% in the last six months and continues to surge in 2026! But…

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In 2026, £5,000 invested in the stock market could grow to…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Index investors made £6,290 in 2025, but the stock market could deliver even bigger gains in 2026 for those smart…

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In 2026, investing £5,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here’s how much money investors could make this year by investing £5,000 in UK stocks, and which sectors looked primed…

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How much do you need in an ISA to target a £12,000 passive income in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores an investing strategy that shows how buying reliable quality shares can unlock a five-figure passive income with…

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Will Nvidia shares continue surging in 2026 and beyond?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

2026 will be an exciting year for Nvidia shares as the semiconductor giant launches its latest generation of AI chips.…

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Will Barclays shares continue their epic run into 2026 and beyond?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Noting that difference of opinion is a global norm, Zaven Boyrazian discusses what the experts think will happen to Barclays…

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