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Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

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 2 CFA exam.

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3 factors I look for to find ‘monster’ growth stocks in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian outlines three attributes he looks for when hunting growth stocks with potentially multi-bagger returns in the long run.

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Is now the time to buy FTSE 100 companies?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

With concerns about the UK economy still elevated, many people may be understandably worried about investing in the FTSE 100…

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I’d snap up top-notch shares while they’re still cheap!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains how he identifies cheap shares for his portfolio while managing investment risk in a volatile stock market.

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The FTSE 250 fire sale continues! 2 bargain stocks to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The FTSE 250 continues to offer exciting bargains as the index recovers from last year’s correction. Are these the best…

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3 reasons to consider selling Lloyds shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Despite surging profits, Lloyds shares are slowly revealing several concerning weak spots that might warrant selling in the long run.

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£500 to invest? A 5.5% dividend yield gem I’d buy right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explores an out-of-favour FTSE 250 stock that continues to raise its dividend yield, despite rising pessimism from investors.

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Nothing in the bank? I’d use Warren Buffett’s approach to start building wealth

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Warren Buffett’s investing strategy could help investors build substantial wealth, even starting from scratch. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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I’d stop saving and start investing, aiming for a £1m ISA with FTSE dividend stocks

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains how a market correction offers investors countless buying opportunities among the UK’s flagship dividend stocks.

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I’d start targeting a £5,000 second income by investing £100 a month in UK shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

By saving and investing in UK shares each month, investors can potentially start adding to their main income. Zaven Boyrazian…

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How to build a 7%-yielding Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to structure a Stocks and Shares ISA using high-quality dividend shares to create a reliable passive…

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How a stock market crash may help investors retire early

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

A stock market crash isn’t a common occurrence. And capitalising on one can pave the way to a faster retirement.…

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My £3-a-day passive income plan for 2023 and beyond 

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to start generating a passive income by setting aside a few pounds a day and investing…

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2 FTSE growth stocks I’d put £1,000 in today

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

These FTSE growth stocks have been hit hard during the 2022 correction. But the latest figures suggest better times are…

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Are 2023’s cheap shares a rare chance to get richer?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian highlights how unpleasant market corrections give investors the rare opportunity to potentially lock in higher returns with cheap…

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I’d buy 35 shares a week of this FTSE 100 stock for £1k passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The FTSE 100 is full of lucrative dividend stocks with chunky payouts, thanks to all the recent volatility. Here’s one…

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

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Buying index funds tracking the FTSE 250 could lead to a multi-million-pound portfolio in the long run, drastically improving retirement…

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The Rolls-Royce share price: are we nearing the peak?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The Rolls-Royce share price is finally heading back in the right direction. But can this momentum be maintained, or will…

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What could drive the Lloyds share price in 2023 and beyond?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian investigates the primary economic factors influencing the Lloyds share price and what investors can potentially expect in the…

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How I’d invest £20k in an ISA for a growing 6% dividend yield

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explores how to find potentially winning dividend shares with high yields for sustainable long-term passive income in an…

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With inflation at 6.8%, I’m using the Warren Buffett method to buy shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian looks at how Warren Buffett navigates the stock market during high inflation periods and highlights his tactics for…

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

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing £20k with a Stocks and Shares ISA could be a lucrative long-term move for patient investors, especially with indirect…

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Why I’d buy dirt cheap shares now to capitalise on the stock market recovery

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing money in low-priced shares today could produce far greater returns in the long run, thanks to a recovering stock…

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How I’d invest £1k in UK shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains how to avoid novice mistakes when investing a £1,000 lump sum in UK shares in a volatile…

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How I’d invest £180 each month to target a £10,800 passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

British stocks can be an excellent source of passive income in the long run, even when using a simple index…

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

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

British dividend shares trading at cheap prices could offer a potent blend of capital gains and passive income in this…

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These 2 growth stocks may be huge winners in the next decade and beyond

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Growth stocks often carry explosive potential to boost an investor’s wealth. Zaven Boyrazian shares two he thinks could do just…

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FTSE 100 index: here are my 3 predictions for 2024

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

2024 is set to be an interesting year for the FTSE 100. Zaven Boyrazian shares his three predictions for the…

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FTSE 250 correction: a once-in-a-decade chance to get richer?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

With the FTSE 250 fluctuating a lot, does the UK’s flagship growth-focused index contain terrific long-term bargains for investors?

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How I’m using cheap shares to capitalise on the stock market recovery

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Buying cheap shares today could propel an investment portfolio to new heights in the long run as the stock market…

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At 223p, are Rolls-Royce shares a slam-dunk buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Rolls-Royce shares have nearly tripled in a year, but even after this explosive growth, is the stock still dirt cheap?…

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How to aim for a £1k monthly dividend income using the Warren Buffett method

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

By following Warren Buffett, investors can potentially start generating a decent passive income from stocks, even on a modest salary.

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Lloyds shares are falling and dividends are rising! Time to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Lloyds shares have disappointed investors for years, even with dividends. But is that all about to change? Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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A 10.6% dividend yield from a FTSE 100 stock with a P/E of 2! Should I buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This telecommunications giant currently offers the biggest dividend yield in the FTSE 100! But can the double-digit payout be sustained?

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2 cheap dividend stocks I’d buy to aim for a lifetime passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Thanks to market volatility, plenty of income stocks are on sale. Here are two dividend stocks from my portfolio that…

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I’d buy 1,300 shares of this stock for a £100 monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Securing reliable dividend yields for the long run is a proven strategy for building a regular passive income. Here’s a…

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‘The Big Short’ is preparing for a stock market crash!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Micheal Burry believes there’s still too much speculation and that a stock market crash is coming soon. Is he right?…

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2023 recovery: a once-in-a-lifetime chance to build a £2m Stocks and Shares ISA?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The 2023 recovery continues to provide investors with a rare opportunity to potentially build a multimillion-pound Stocks and Shares ISA.

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Saving for retirement? I’d rather buy cheap UK shares to build a better pension

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing in dirt cheap UK shares using a SIPP could be a far better way to build a chunky pension…

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UK investing: 2 of the best dividend shares to buy now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The stock market might still be ravaged by uncertainty, but plenty of UK dividend shares offer big shareholder payouts. Here…

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2 UK growth stocks I’d buy over Nvidia

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Nvidia shares have erupted in popularity as the hype train for AI continues. But Zaven Boyrazian says he’d rather buy…

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