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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

FTSE 100 to surge to 8,500! 2 cheap stocks to buy before the recovery

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

New analyst forecasts suggest an upcoming 18% surge for the FTSE 100. Is time running out to buy bargain shares?

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£1k to invest? I’d use Warren Buffett’s method to try and double my money by investing in shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Adopting Warren Buffett's investing principals could unlock higher portfolio returns in the 2022 stock market correction.

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Stock market correction 2022: a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The 2022 stock market correction has created a rare opportunity to potentially grow a lucrative Stocks and Shares ISA.

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2 passive income ideas I’d use to try to make £500 a month

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The stock market can open the door to an impressive passive income in the long run. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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£5,000 to invest? Here’s how I’d find the best UK shares to aim for a 100% return

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investors buying UK shares today could unlock impressive long-term returns and potentially even double their portfolio's value.

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I’d drip-feed £400 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA to try for a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how investing £400 a month in a Stock and Shares ISA can build a seven-figure portfolio.

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Saving cash destroys wealth! I’m buying UK shares instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Saving money in a bank account is actually destroying wealth. That's why I'm seeking a better return with UK shares.

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Is Cineworld a penny stock on track for an explosive recovery in 2023?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This penny stock just exploded by 180% after management announced its first major step forward in recovering from the pandemic.

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1 no-brainer dividend stock to buy for long-term passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With energy prices surging in 2022, this passive income stock has seen its profits explode, rewarding patient investors.

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I believe these 2 dividend stocks are practically money machines!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores two dividend stocks continuing to increase shareholder dividends even as inflation heats up.

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How I’d invest £750 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in high-quality businesses consistently can lead to a million-pound Stocks and Shares ISA. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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How I’d build a £5,000 monthly passive income by investing in shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The ongoing stock market correction could unlock a massive passive income opportunity in the long run. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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I’d buy cheap UK shares in November to try and get rich

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The stock market correction could provide lucrative buying opportunities among UK shares for a patient investor like me.

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FTSE 250 shares are down almost 30%! How I’d capitalise on this rare opportunity

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The double-digit drop in the FTSE 250 might be a once-in-a-lifetime buying opportunity if investors are smart in managing risk.

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How I’d aim to replace my salary with a passive income from dividend shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in a diverse range of high-quality dividend shares could unlock a substantial passive income in the long term.

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Forget income bonds! I’d buy FTSE 100 shares for a 4.1% dividend income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying FTSE 100 shares today could offer a more lucrative passive income than bonds in 2022. Zaven Boyrazian explains why.

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Why and how I’d invest £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing £20k in a Stocks and Shares ISA today could be a lucrative long-term move for a patient investor like…

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Forget buy-to-let! I’m following Warren Buffett instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buy-to-let may not be the best strategy for real estate investors. Zaven explains how following Warren Buffett's strategy could be…

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How I’d find the best shares to buy in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Finding the best shares to buy during volatility is challenging, but can lead to impressive long-term gains. How can I…

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At 42p, is now the time to buy Lloyds shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds shares have fallen by 12% this year, yet its profits may be about to surge by double-digits! Is now…

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Are these the best FTSE 100 shares for the electric vehicle revolution?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here are two FTSE 100 shares supporting the electric vehicle industry that could be big long-term winners.

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How I’d aim for a £40,000 annual income with dividend shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying dividend shares while the stock market is falling could unlock a generous passive income in the long term.

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At 70p, are Rolls-Royce shares a bargain stock to buy right now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are starting to look cheap, especially with cash flows finally surging once again. Is this a buying opportunity?

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How I’d invest £20k in a Stock and Shares ISA during a recession

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With a recession seemingly more likely, how can I use my Stocks and Shares ISA to protect and even grow…

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No savings at 40? I’d buy cheap UK shares to try and retire rich

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying cheap UK shares today could have a profound positive impact on my long-term retirement fund. Here's how.

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Don’t ‘save’ for retirement! I’d buy dirt-cheap shares to make a passive income instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

investing in dirt-cheap UK shares today could unlock a larger passive income in retirement than saving cash in a bank…

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1 penny stock I’d buy as stock markets continue to dip

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm not panicking in this stock market correction. Instead, I'm looking for cheap penny stocks to buy for my portfolio.

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A ridiculously cheap FTSE 250 stock to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 250 is down by double-digits in 2022, creating amazing buying opportunities for patient investors. But is this the…

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How I’d invest £5k in 2023 using Warren Buffett’s golden investing rule

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains Warren Buffett's guiding principle, the key rule of investing that made the 'Oracle of Omaha' a billionaire!

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Are these the best shares to buy now for the next decade?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Following the ongoing stock market correction, I've been searching for the best shares to buy now. Here are my two…

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The FTSE 100 is near its lowest in a year! I’d buy these shares now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the FTSE 100 trading near its lowest point, I could be looking at some of the best buying opportunities…

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Is the stock market correction an unmissable chance to build a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I believe that leveraging the 2022 stock market correction could propel my Stocks and Shares ISA closer to £1m. Here's…

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How I’d invest £500 monthly in shares to target £56,000 passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Consistently investing small sums of money in the stock market can lead to a substantial passive income. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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Here’s how I’d invest £500 in UK shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This is how I'd invest a small lump sum in UK shares today in order to maximise long-term returns in…

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The Rolls-Royce share price has crashed 42% in 2022! Here’s why

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price continues to struggle despite improving underlying performance. What's going on and is this a buying opportunity?

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£100 to invest? 2 thriving FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in October!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stock market volatility has created awesome buying opportunities for top-tier FTSE 100 stocks. Are these the best shares to buy…

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6.5% yield! One of the best UK dividend shares to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I’m hunting for the best UK dividend shares and I feel this rising star could be one of the best…

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2 of the best penny stocks to buy in October!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Can these two dirt-cheap penny stocks defy investor expectations and propel my portfolio to new heights over the long run?

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I’d add £500 a month to a Stocks and Shares ISA to capitalise on the next bull market!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying shares today for the next bull market could propel my Stocks and Shares ISA to millionaire territory in the…

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Passive income investing: how I’d try to make £1,000 a month without working

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With so many dividend shares trading at a discount, investors like me have a rare opportunity to build a passive…

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