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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

I don’t care if the stock market crashes in 2024. I’m still buying bargain shares today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Political uncertainty and rising bankruptcies are leading some analysts to predict a stock market crash may still be coming! Who…

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2 UK shares that could surge when the Bank of England cuts interest rates

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

An interest rate cut could be coming later this year, pushing stock prices back in the right direction. But are…

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Here’s what Stocks and Shares ISA millionaires are buying in 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Want to become a Stocks and Shares ISA millionaire? Zaven Boyrazian explores which stocks the UK’s best investors are buying…

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I’d invest £5,000 in this FTSE REIT to target a £760 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 REIT is paying a chunky dividend yield! Zaven Boyrazian explains how he’d boost his portfolio income with…

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Is this one of the best stocks to buy in March?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This fintech giant lost investor popularity and its shares plummeted. But is it on the verge of a big comeback…

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1 ‘secretly cheap’ FTSE 250 share I’m buying for the long run

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 firm just stole the crown as the new industry leader, showing no signs of slowing down. Yet…

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7% dividend yield! Should I buy ITV shares today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

At ITV’s current price, the stock’s offering an impressive yield to income investors. But is this a sign to stay…

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Is this dividend stock a no-brainer for boosting passive income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This dividend stock’s raised shareholder payouts for decades and offers a solid 5.5% yield today. Could it be a good…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares 12 months ago, here’s how much I’d have now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are on fire as the engineering giant makes a miraculous comeback! So how much money have investors made…

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I’d have £1m today if I’d invested £7,000 in this FTSE 100 stock 15 years ago

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 100 is filled with winning businesses, but this equipment rental enterprise has delivered a 142 times return on…

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No savings at 40? I’d invest £450 a month in a SIPP to target a £52,000 retirement income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down a simple calculation that shows how a small monthly investment can transform into impressive retirement wealth.

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Is time running out to buy cheap FTSE shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With inflation dropping significantly, Zaven Boyrazian believes now's a good time to start buying FTSE shares while they’re still cheap.

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How to use the Warren Buffett method to target 20% returns

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By learning from Warren Buffett, investors could achieve double-digit returns and send their portfolios flying. Here’s how.

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How I’d aim to turn a £20k ISA into a £226,100 second income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As a British investor, capitalising on the tax-free ISA allowance accelerates the wealth-building process and helps build towards a second…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in Rio Tinto shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rio Tinto shares have been quite volatile over the last five years, but how much passive income have investors actually…

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3 exciting penny stocks to watch in 2024!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Penny stocks can be volatile, but getting in early can be enormously profitable! Here are three exciting prospects that I’m…

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Will the UK stock market recover in 2024?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With inflation falling and interest rates potentially getting cut, the UK stock market might be set for an explosive recovery…

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If I’d invested £10k in Lloyds shares 10 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds shares continue to be popular among investors, but have they actually been a good choice? And should I buy…

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Nearing 52-week lows, this growth stock could be the bargain of the year!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian spots a growth stock that’s tumbled over the past year and now looks like a potential bargain for…

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New to investing? I’d invest my first £1k in UK shares today!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in high-quality UK shares is a proven way to build wealth, but it can be confusing to get started.…

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Here’s how to target £1,500 in dividend income with a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains the approach he’d take to generate a chunky passive income from dividends inside a Stocks and Shares…

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1 REIT I’d consider buying for another income stream in 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Is this the biggest 5G investment opportunity on the stock market? Zaven Boyrazian explores a REIT that’s been raising its…

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Is 2024 a once-in-a-decade chance to get rich with growth stocks?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Record high interest rates have created countless opportunities among growth stocks. Could this be the best one for building long-term…

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11% yield! Is Vodafone the best FTSE 100 dividend stock to buy today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Vodafone shares currently provide the highest yield among the top 100 listed companies in the UK. But is the dividend…

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I’d drip-feed £500 a month into sold-off FTSE 250 stocks, starting right now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Regularly snapping up undervalued FTSE 250 shares throughout 2024 and beyond could be a sound strategy for building long-term wealth.

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I’m listening to Warren Buffett and buying cheap FTSE shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By learning from the 'Oracle of Omaha', Zaven Boyrazian explains how investors can aim to achieve higher portfolio returns in…

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A 7.3% dividend yield but down 15%! Time to buy more of this AIM-listed gem?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This under-the-radar industrial machinery enterprise pays one of the highest dividend yields in the Alternative Investment Market.

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£5,000 in savings? Here’s how I’d aim to turn that into a £1,340 monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing a lump sum in high-yielding stocks and reinvesting dividends can generate significant passive income in the long run.

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How to prepare for the next great FTSE 100 crash!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Britain’s economic storm seems to be waning, but the FTSE 100 will eventually crash again in the future. Here’s what…

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My top 3 stocks to consider buying before April

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After a rocky few years, equities are on the rise, with cheap shares starting to make a comeback but are…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Tesco shares at the start of 2023, here’s what I’d have now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Tesco shares are beating the market by more than 20%! But can this upward momentum continue in 2024 and beyond?…

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The 2024 stock market recovery looks imminent!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Forecasts from investment analysts suggest a stellar stock market recovery in 2024. So how can investors profit from the momentum…

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How to try and build a £1,000,000 SIPP with just £500 a month

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian breaks down how regularly investing £500 a month inside a SIPP could build a £1m retirement fund in…

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FTSE shares: is March a once-in-a-decade chance to get rich?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the ISA deadline fast approaching and FTSE shares recovering from the recent correction, March could be a terrific time…

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Is Renalytix the best penny stock to buy today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Renalytix share price erupted this week as the AI diagnostics firm received a takeover bid. But is it too…

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Is March a can’t-miss chance to become richer with UK shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK shares haven’t fully recovered from the recent stock market correction. But this could be a rare opportunity to push…

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£10,000 in savings? I’d buy 7,250 shares of this REIT to target a £1,100 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian analyses a REIT that’s hiked dividends nine years in a row. Will it continue to be a terrific…

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The Rolls-Royce share price is flying on record-breaking results!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price has more than tripled in a year! Will it continue to fly in 2024 following its…

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Want more income? This dividend stock might be a no-brainer!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 real estate dividend stock could be one of the best sources of chunky passive income on the…

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How I’d build a robust beginner portfolio using just FTSE shares and £5k

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores how he’d invest £5k to build a new portfolio of FTSE shares in 2024 for both long-term…

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