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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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The Polymetal share price just tanked more than 50%! Here’s why

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Polymetal share price just crashed due to rising investor fears. But is the panic warranted, or is this actually…

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The BP share price sinks after shocking announcement

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The BP share price tumbled after announcing its exit from Russia after 30 years. But what does this mean for…

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Want to make £5,000 passive income? Here’s how I’d do it with dividend shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to use dividend shares to generate a sizable passive income along with the risks that come…

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What’s going on with the Evraz share price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Evraz share price is exploding after releasing its latest results, but can this momentum continue? Zaven Boyrazian explores.

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2 of the best shares to buy in an ISA right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Looking for the best shares to buy now? Zaven Boyrazian shares his top two stocks to buy before the upcoming…

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UK shares to buy now: I’d focus on these inflation-busting stocks

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Inflation in January hit its highest point since 1997. So what are the best UK shares to buy now in…

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What just happened to the Rolls-Royce share price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Rolls-Royce share price collapsed this morning after making a shocking announcement. Zaven Boyrazian investigates what's going on.

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2 UK dividend growth stocks with 4% yields I’d buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK Dividend growth stocks can be hard to spot but can offer enormous returns to investors. Zaven Boyrazian explores two…

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Investors are going all-out on these FTSE 100 stocks! Should I buy too?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investors are aggressively buying these FTSE 100 stocks in 2022, but are they good long-term investments? Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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6% dividend yield! 2 UK shares I’d buy in February and hold for 10 years

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As the market continues to tumble, Zaven Boyrazian explores potential long-term buying opportunities for income and growth investors.

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UK shares to buy now: here’s how I’d invest £20,000 before the ISA deadline

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the deadline for Stocks and Shares ISA fast approaching, Zaven Boyrazian explores the best UK shares to buy right…

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If I’d invested £1,000 in easyJet shares in 2020, here’s how much I’d have today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

easyJet shares are heading in an upward trajectory, but can this performance continue and restore the stock to its former…

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2 penny stocks I’d buy before the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the Stocks and Shares ISA deadline fast approaching, Zaven Boyrazian explores two penny stocks that could be set to…

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Are Unilever shares a safe haven for income investors in 2022?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Are Unilever shares the best income investment to make in the fight against inflation? Zaven Boyrazian investigates what 2022 has…

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Why did the Shopify share price crash on Wednesday?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Shopify share price crashed on its latest earnings report, but is this actually a buying opportunity? Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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9.5% dividend yields! 2 UK shares I’d buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With prices falling, many UK shares are offering massive dividend yields. But which are the best stocks to buy? Zaven…

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This penny stock has exploded by 70% in a week! Time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Premier African Minerals share price has exploded following encouraging drilling results. But can the penny stock climb further?

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Is the IAG share price about to skyrocket?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The IAG share price is up by double-digits in 2022, but can this momentum continue? Zaven Boyrazian investigates if now…

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The Pantheon Resources (PANR) share price just exploded! Too late to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Pantheon Resources (PANR) share price erupted last week following encouraging drilling tests. But can the stock continue to climb?

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Rolls-Royce shares in 2012, here’s how much I’d have today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are a popular choice for investment in the UK, but is this popularity warranted? Zaven Boyrazian digs a…

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Will the ITM Power share price triple in 2022?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The ITM Power share price has collapsed by over 60% in a year, but is that trend about to reverse?…

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Royal Mail shares have crashed 20% in 2022! Is this a bargain or a trap?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Royal Mail shares crashed in January after management cut guidance, but is this actually a buying opportunity? Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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If I’d invested £1,000 in Vodafone shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Vodafone shares are among the most popular investments to make in the UK, but is this popularity warranted? Zaven Boyrazian…

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Are these the best dividend stocks to buy in February?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As inflation starts applying pressure to businesses, Zaven Boyrazian explores the two potentially best dividend stocks he could buy now.

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Could I double my money if I buy at this NIO share price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The NIO share price has taken quite a tumble over the last 12 months, but is the stock now too…

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Have BT shares been a good investment over the last 10 years?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

BT shares are widely popular in the UK but does that make them a good investment? Zaven Boyrazian explores the…

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Is the Lloyds share price about to surge?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Lloyds share price is up more than 40% in the last 12 months, but can it continue to climb…

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Have Royal Mail shares been a good investment over the last 8 years?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Shares of Royal Mail remain one of the most popular to own in the UK. But has this popularity translated…

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Will the Greatland Gold (GGP) share price rebound in 2022?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Greatland Gold (LON:GGP) share price tanked in 2021, after delivering explosive returns the year before. But is that all…

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Is the Rolls-Royce share price about to take off?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

As Covid-19 eases its grip on the travel sector, the Rolls-Royce share price may be set to make a rapid…

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I’m using Warren Buffett’s strategy and buying these growth shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett is famous for buying companies below their fair value. Zaven Boyrazian explores two growth shares to buy that…

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A FTSE 100 stock I’d buy with an almost-10% dividend yield!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE 100 has many dividend-paying stocks, but is this the best one to buy today? Zaven Boyrazian investigates the…

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A dirt-cheap UK share to buy with £100 today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the markets going sideways, several UK shares are looking as cheap as chips. Zaven Boyrazian explores one such stock…

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This growth share is down 70%! Time for me to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Shares of the growth company, Teladoc Health, have collapsed over the last 12 months. Zaven Boyrazian investigates if now is…

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My 5 minutes-a-week passive income strategy

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian wants to make a passive income with little effort. Here, he looks at how he'd go about it…

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I’m aiming for a million! Are these the best UK shares to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Becoming a millionaire with stocks is difficult but not impossible. What are the best UK shares to achieve this? Zaven…

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My 2 best shares to buy right now in February

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Growth stocks were hit hard in January, but are they about to make a comeback? Zaven Boyrazian explores his picks…

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The Joules share price just crashed! Here’s why

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Joules share price plummetted today following a horrifying trading update from management. But is this actually a buying opportunity?

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At 115p, are Rolls-Royce shares too cheap?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares are trading at an exceptionally low P/E of 2.9! But is this a buying opportunity or a value…

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At 52p, are Lloyds shares too cheap to miss?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Lloyds shares are trading below pre-pandemic levels, but profits are more than 200% higher! Is this a buying opportunity too…

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