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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 stocks: winners and losers in Q1 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

FTSE 100 stocks outperformed during 2022, but this momentum seems to have died down. These shares saw the biggest ups…

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FTSE 250 stocks: winners and losers in Q1 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

FTSE 250 stocks fell by double digits in 2022, but the index seems to have stabilised. Here are the top…

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8.7% dividend yield! Time to buy this FTSE 100 stock before the ISA deadline?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This Footsie stock offers a big dividend yield at a low cost. But brewing problems in Germany may suggest that…

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1 cheap ex-penny stock set for huge potential growth and dividends!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The UK mobile payments space is forecast to reach $867.25bn by 2027, and this rapidly rising ex-penny stock is perfectly…

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Investing Articles

How to invest £20k in a Stocks & Shares ISA before the deadline

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The 5 April Stocks and Shares ISA deadline is fast approaching but what is the best strategy for investing the…

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No savings? Drip-feed £500 a month into UK shares and aim to retire in comfort

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying UK shares could help investors worried about retirement boost their wealth and establish a sizable nest egg. Zaven Boyrazian…

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Will the stock market recover in 2023?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

An updated forecast indicates the UK stock market might be primed for an impressive recovery in 2023. What should investors…

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1 possible investing route to earning £1,000 monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Earning a £12,000 annual passive income is more attainable than many think. Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates how, and highlights the risks…

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With inflation falling to 2.9%, I’m using the Warren Buffett method to buy shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Inflation is predicted to plunge in 2023, but how can investors use Warren Buffett’s investment strategy to capitalise on this…

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Is time running out to buy high-yield dividend shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the OBR saying the UK economy will back at pre-pandemic levels next year, investors could be up against the…

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Aim for £1,000 passive income buying 40 shares of this FTSE 100 stock a week

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Thanks to ongoing market volatility, the FTSE 100 contains plenty of income stocks offering attractive dividend yields today.

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A ridiculously cheap FTSE 250 stock to buy right now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This FTSE 250 stock feels like a bargain for long-term investors, even though the index as a whole has recovered…

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Is it too early to find cheap shares to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Fears of a stock market crash are flooding headlines. But investors waiting for a downturn could miss out on some…

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Here’s how to invest £20,000 in an ISA for a 7% dividend yield

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Discover which companies in the FTSE 100 pay a 7%+ dividend yield and what to consider before investing £20,000 into…

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Is March a can’t-miss opportunity to get rich with UK shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK shares are being hit hard by growing fears within banking. But is this a rare opportunity to drive investment…

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Start building a lifelong passive income with just £5 a day

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Saving a few pounds a day can create a passive income of nearly £50k! Zaven Boyrazian explains how, and what…

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4 top stocks to buy before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The 5 April Stocks and Shares ISA deadline is only a few weeks away, but what are the best stocks…

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Will the collapse of SVB trigger a stock market crash?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Despite what some headlines would suggest, the collapse of SVB is unlikely to spark a new financial crisis.

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Why I’d buy dirt cheap UK dividend shares in the stock market recovery

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK dividend shares trading at discounted prices offer investors a lucrative combo of high yields and robust capital gains during…

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2 UK growth stocks under £5 to buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These two cheap UK growth stocks may be poised to benefit from dominant long-term trends in their respective industries, paving…

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3 Warren Buffett tips for investors aiming to retire rich

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Three of Warren Buffett’s investing habits could set investors on a path to financial freedom. Zaven Boyrazian explains what they…

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Should investors buy this FTSE 250 home renovator for returns and growth?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Consumer discretionary spending may be dropping, courtesy of inflation, but this FTSE 250 stock continues to deliver double-digit growth.

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1 of the best FTSE 100 shares to buy in a recession?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian identifies one FTSE 100 company whose shares may be primed to thrive in the long run, even if…

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6.1% dividend yield! A FTSE 250 stock to buy & hold until 2030

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I’m searching for bargain passive income opportunities to buy today. And this high dividend yield stock may be set to…

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How to invest £250 a month to target a £33,900 passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing a modest amount of money each month in carefully selected stocks can establish an impressive five-figure passive income stream.…

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Stock market correction: a once-in-a-decade opportunity to get rich?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to leverage the recent stock market correction to create long-term wealth by investing in top-notch FTSE…

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How to aim for a million by buying just a few UK shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Diversification may not always be a wise decision. Zaven Boyrazian shows how buying only a few high-quality UK shares can…

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Is 2023 a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Time's running out to capitalise on the £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA allowance in a stock market offering such rare…

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UK dividends jumped 16.5% in 2022! How to find the best dividend shares in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Growth stocks plummet while dividend shares thrive! In 2022, payouts reached their highest level since 2019, but where are the…

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1 top-notch UK growth stock to buy in March

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Many UK growth stocks saw their share prices plummet in the 2022 stock market correction. Yet this pullback may be…

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No savings at 40? Use the Warren Buffett method in 2023 to target financial freedom

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

2023 might be one of the best years to use Warren Buffett's investment strategy and capitalise on bargains to grow…

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I’d drip-feed £250 a month into the FTSE 250 and aim to retire in comfort

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing £250 a month in the FTSE 250 index could build a portfolio for retirement that's much bigger than the…

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Looking for shares to buy? Here’s what investors can do with a £1,000 lump sum

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The ISA deadline is fast approaching, but how can investors who are thinking long term capitalise on the best shares…

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How I’d invest £10k in this FTSE 100 stock market rally

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 100 has reached a record high of over 8,000 recently and is still close to that! Here's how…

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Why I’d buy dirt cheap UK dividend shares in this stock market recovery

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Buying cheap UK dividend shares could offer a potent mix of capital gains and passive income in the 2023 stock…

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I’d drip-feed £245.25 a month into a Stocks and Shares ISA to target a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Building a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA with just £245 a month, may sound far-fetched, but Zaven Boyrazian explains how…

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Why I’d ditch a Cash ISA and buy FTSE 100 growth stocks right now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

FTSE 100 growth stocks appear to offer exceptional value to investors in 2023 that could make them far more appealing…

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With nothing in the bank, I’d use Warren Buffett’s method to build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Starting from scratch, using Warren Buffett's investing method, investors can propel their wealth to new highs. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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How to build passive income starting with just £20 a week

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Building a large passive income stream requires a lot of capital. But thanks to compounding, investors can get started with…

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If a second stock market crash arrives in 2023, don’t waste it!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A second stock market crash in 2023 could present a rare bargain share buying opportunity for investors. Here's how to…

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