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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

Up to 8.6% dividend yield! 2 cheap stocks to consider for a £1,540 passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Cheap income stocks can unlock fantastic yields for investors. And today, are shares of this financial duo just what income-hungry…

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A 7.2% yield but down 49%! Is it time for me to buy this FTSE REIT to earn passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With this REIT approaching a critical recovery inflexion point, is now a last chance to lock in a 7.2% dividend…

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Investing Articles

How much do you need in a SIPP to aim for a £5,000 monthly retirement income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to start building a long-term passive income with a SIPP to unlock a comfortable retirement of…

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What are the ‘best’ stocks to buy with £500 in 2026?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explores 21 UK shares that the analyst team at Peel Hunt has highlighted as potentially the best growth…

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Stocks and Shares ISA in the red? This FTSE stock could help fix that

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the right choices, a Stocks and Shares ISA can be turned from a loss to a profit in 2026.…

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US stocks are sliding, but I’m not worried

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Some US stocks have tanked while others are soaring! Should I be worried? And what can I do now to…

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As the stock market turns chaotic, here’s Warren Buffett’s advice

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The stock market's proving volatile as macroeconomic and geopolitical tensions rise, but what does Warren Buffett recommend in such situations?

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After crashing 37%, this FTSE value stock looks filthy cheap with a P/E of just 14.5!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The FTSE's filled with value stocks, but one company in particular is now trading at its biggest discount in over…

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How and where to think about investing £1,000 in UK shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to avoid novice mistakes when looking to invest £1,000 in UK shares during a volatile market…

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Income stocks: aim to earn £5,000 while sleeping in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Who doesn’t love the idea of waking up to find cash magically appearing in their bank account? Here’s how dividend…

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With the Aston Martin share price at penny stock levels, should investors consider buying?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The Aston Martin share price has crashed into penny stock territory at 41p. Will things get better from here or…

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A 2026 stock market crash could be an ultra-rare chance to build a £1m portfolio

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

While a stock market crash in 2026 isn’t a certainty, investors who prepare for the worst today could build a…

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Want to try and turn £5,000 of savings into a £1,068+ monthly passive income? Here’s how

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing a lump sum in high-quality income stocks and reinvesting dividends can generate a chunky passive income in the long…

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Here’s one of my favourite cheap shares to consider buying today

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian's on the hunt for cheap shares and was surprised to see a big-name FTSE stock trading at a…

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

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Dividends from Barclays shares are about to skyrocket as management outlines plans to return £15bn to shareholders. Is this a…

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This fallen FTSE 100 darling could be one of the best shares to buy in March

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

There was a time when investors couldn’t get enough of this FTSE 100 stock. Now I reckon it might be…

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Investing Articles

1 almost-penny share that could rocket 203%, according to these pro analysts

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

An almost-penny share has caught the attention of expert analysts that believe the stock could more than triple if their…

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Greggs shares are at a 5-year low. Is this a chance to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Greggs' shares are close to their lowest point in over five years. But with sales starting to pick up, is…

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Investing Articles

Will Lloyds shares double in 2026, and is it time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian has found several catalysts that could send Lloyds' shares rocketing in 2026! Is now the time to back…

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£500 invested in Rolls-Royce shares 5 weeks ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Rolls-Royce shares continue to surge as earnings once again beat expectations allowing shareholders to make even more money.

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£20,000 invested in an S&P 500 index fund 5 years ago is now worth…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian looks at the S&P 500's performance over the last five years and explores how much more money investors…

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Here’s how to invest £20k in an ISA in 2026 to target a 13% dividend yield

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian explains how investors can find top-notch income stocks capable of paying a sustainable double-digit dividend yield in an…

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Up 241%! Why is no one talking about this gem of a FTSE 250 stock?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Zaven Boyrazian analyses a FTSE 250 stock that's more than tripled in a year, and yet most investors still aren't…

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The FTSE 100 could skyrocket to 13,252 by December! Time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Brand new analyst forecasts project an upcoming 26% surge for the FTSE 100 by December this year! Is now the…

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3 FTSE 100 dividend stocks with the biggest yields. Time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The insurance sector's filled with dividend stocks paying enormous yields. Is this a massive buying opportunity? Or are these payouts…

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The State Pension is unsustainable! I’m buying UK shares to protect myself

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With the long-term outlook of the UK State Pension in doubt, I’m buying UK shares in a SIPP to build…

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3 steps to turn a £20k ISA into a potential £2,240+ yearly second income

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

By following three simple steps, a brand new £20,000 Stocks and Shares ISA can go on to unlock a chunky…

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This FTSE 100 stock has more than doubled… and it’s still cheap!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Even after surging 150%+ in the last three years, this cheap FTSE 100 aerospace stock could still be up to…

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1 REIT I own for a lifetime of passive income!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Investing in the right REITs can supercharge a portfolio’s income and generate life-long dividends. Zaven Boyrazian shares two stocks he’s…

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Ocado shares plummet 30% in 2 months! Is it one of the best stocks to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

More customer losses and weak cash flows have continued Ocado’s share price decline. But is this volatility turning it into…

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Here’s how to use a SIPP to aim for a £5.4m retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The SIPP's an unrivalled tool for investors who want to take control of their retirement. And by starting early, the…

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Want to retire richer? Here’s Warren Buffett’s golden rule to build wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

If you want to build wealth for a richer retirement, then following Warren Buffett’s golden rule might be the best…

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How much do you need to invest in US stocks to earn a £2,000 monthly passive income?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Is it possible to target several thousand pounds of passive income each month by buying US growth stocks? Absolutely –…

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Investing Articles

Value stock alert! A FTSE 100 share at a 5-year low with record profits

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This once-loved growth stock's down almost 50% in seven months despite the company generating record earnings. Is it now the…

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Investing Articles

No savings at 40? Ignore buy-to-let and invest in cheap UK shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Tax hikes are making buy-to-let far more difficult. But investors can still build impressive wealth with cheap UK shares. Zaven…

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My top passive income stock to consider for 2026 is…

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This income stock's sitting on 16 years of uninterrupted dividend growth, and it could be on the verge of a…

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Get ready for a violent stock market crash, says this billionaire investor!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Ray Dalio reckons there’s a heightened risk of a sharp stock market crash on the horizon. Here’s what investors can…

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A surging ex-penny stock to buy for the defence spending revolution?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

This under-the-radar business is quietly surging on the back of the new defense spending supercycle. So much so, it’s no…

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Are these the top 5 UK shares to buy in a Stocks and Shares ISA and hold forever?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Experts believe these top five UK shares could deliver high returns in the long run. Should I rush to add…

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How much passive income does a £20,000 ISA generate?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

The ISA deadline is fast approaching. And with the right strategy, investors can potentially unlock a £4,400 tax-free passive income!

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