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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

Recent Articles

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Investing Articles

How many Barclays shares do I need to buy to get a £1,000 passive income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Are Barclays' shares a good passive income investment in 2026? Zaven Boyrazian explores the bank's latest results and dividend-paying potential.

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At £1, is now still a good time to buy Lloyds shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm hunting for the best value shares in the FTSE 100 right now. Could this British banking giant be quietly…

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Prediction: in 12 months, the S&P 500 will rise to…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm hunting for the best growth opportunities in the US stock market right now. Could the S&P 500 be about…

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10% dividend yields! 3 dirt cheap stocks to consider in June?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Three renewable energy trusts all trading more than 20% below their net asset value with 10% dividend yields! Are they…

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By June 2027, the Greggs share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After collapsing nearly 50% from its record high, Greggs' share price finally seems to be stabilising. Is it getting ready…

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By June 2027, the Rolls-Royce share price could turn £5,000 into…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After climbing another 56.8% in just 12 months, the Rolls-Royce share price has already transformed £5,000 into £7,840. But can…

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7.7% yield! 1 FTSE 100 dividend share to buy today?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

I'm hunting for the best dividend shares in the FTSE 100. Could this industry leader be one of the best…

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Penny shares: will these micro-caps double my money in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

One analyst sees a 261% price rise, another sees 83%. These two penny shares under 60p are catching institutional eyes.…

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A ridiculously-cheap FTSE 250 stock to buy in June?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Down 40% since early 2025, is this FTSE 250 stock now trading at an amazing discount for long-term investors? Or…

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This ‘boring’ FTSE 100 stock’s forecast to grow 3x faster than Rolls-Royce shares!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

After skyrocketing, all eyes are still fixed on Rolls-Royce. But there's another FTSE 100 stock that could be on track…

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How much should a 40-year-old invest each month to match the State Pension?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Here's how some investors could replicate the full UK State Pension with just £330 a month in 12-and-a-half years via…

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Here’s 1 of my favourite beginner UK stocks to consider buying now with £1,000

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Once a corporate zombie, this UK stock's now a quality compounder. Here's why I think it could be one of…

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The top 3 FTSE shares for beginner investors to consider buying in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Looking to start investing? Here are three FTSE shares that institutional analysts believe make brilliant first buys for a beginner…

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A dividend share yielding 10.2%! Should I buy before it’s too late?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the stock market reaching new record highs, double-digit dividend yields are getting rarer. But this income stock still has…

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£500 buys 60 shares in this red-hot growth stock!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even after it erupted 174% in six months, investors can still snap up 60 shares today with just £500. But…

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£250 buys 227 shares in this 7.9%-yielding income stock!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Got a small lump sum? Zaven Boyrazian explores an overlooked FTSE 250 income stock offering a juicy 7.9% yield that's…

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How much should a 45-year-old put in a SIPP each month to try for a million?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A SIPP can turn a 45-year-old into a millionaire. Zaven Boyrazian explains how and explores one stock that's already made…

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Forget buy-to-let! Aim for a million with a Stocks and Shares ISA instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

In 2026, using a Stocks and Shares ISA to make a million could be a far wiser approach than buy-to-let.…

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No savings at 50? Here’s how to use the Warren Buffett method to target substantial retirement wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett made most of his fortune after 50. His stock-picking method could help build a £661,000 retirement pot when…

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1 REIT I’ve bought for a lifetime of passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This unloved UK REIT has increased its dividends for 16 years in a row and now pays an impressive 5%…

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2 FTSE 100 value stocks experts think could soar in 2026!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

These FTSE 100 shares are at the top of institutional investor Buy lists this month. Should I listen to the…

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2 UK shares tipped to more than double my money in 2026!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Analysts are forecasting 200% and 460% returns on these two UK shares! Here's what investors need to know before diving…

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A top penny stock to buy in an ISA right now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This under-the-radar AIM penny stock has surged 92% since April, turning £1,000 into almost £2,000! Is it too late for…

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Should I start preparing for a stock market crash?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A stock market crash could be on the horizon. Zaven Boyrazian explains how to prepare for this possibility and one…

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£20,000 in an ISA? Here’s how you can aim for an £833 monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stock-picking turned £20,000 into £249,380 in seven years. Here's one FTSE 250 fintech that could help build an £831 monthly…

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Forecast: in 1 year, £5,000 invested in Tesco shares could be worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Morgan Stanley has just set a 560p target on Tesco shares. Here's what that means for a £5,000 investment today…

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Where will the National Grid share price be in 5 years?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

National Grid shares returned 81.2% with dividends over five years. Here's what the next half-decade could hold for patient investors.

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What’s going on with the easyJet share price?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The easyJet share price crashed 33%, then surged 40% in a month. What on earth's going on? And is this…

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Here’s how to invest £5,000 in dividend shares to earn a second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Legal & General's 8% yield could turn a £5,000 investment into £403 of annual passive income. Here's what investors need…

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£1,000 invested in Raspberry Pi shares at the start of 2026 is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Raspberry Pi shares have surged 177.9% since January. Zaven Boyrazian explains why, and explores whether the Cambridge tech sensation can…

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FTSE 100 to surge to 11,668! 2 cheap stocks to buy before the rally

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

New analyst forecasts suggest an upcoming 13.7% surge for the FTSE 100. Zaven Boyrazian explores two stocks to consider before…

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This 38.5p penny share’s about to surge 159.7% according to 1 broker!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This UK penny share has the ability to more than double by June 2027, says one team of analysts. Zaven…

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Forget the State Pension. Here’s how to target real retirement wealth!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The State Pension pays just £12,548 a year. Here's a smarter strategy that could help you build a seven-figure pot…

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Should I put money into index funds in June while the S&P 500’s near all-time highs?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The S&P 500's been a phenomenal performer. But with just a few stocks doing the heavy lifting, is an index…

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Here’s a dirt cheap FTSE 250 stock with a 10.3% dividend yield!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A 10.3% yield at a massive 30% discount? Is this an unmissable FTSE 250 income opportunity? Or is it a…

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No savings at 50? The Warren Buffett method could help you build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The world's greatest investor didn't make most of his fortune until after he turned 50. His playbook is simpler than…

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Just 103 shares of this FTSE 100 stock unlocks a £500 passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

You don't need thousands of shares to start earning serious dividend income. One FTSE 100 giant's making it seem remarkably…

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Prediction: 2 FTSE shares that could outperform the S&P 500 between now and 2030

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The S&P 500 looks to be priced for perfection, but these two FTSE shares might not be… and that gap…

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This dividend stock yields 9.8% and is potentially 44.3% undervalued!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

A 9.8% dividend yield with a share price potentially 44% too cheap. But is this a once-in-a-decade buying opportunity or…

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What are the best British growth stocks for June?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

UK growth stocks are having a moment. But with some already up 200%+, where should investors be looking next? Two…

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