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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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Investing Articles

Is it too early to find cheap shares to buy?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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, MSc

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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Is 2023 a once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy cheap UK shares?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Does the news of the FTSE 100 hitting new record highs mean it's time to buy large-cap UK shares? Or…

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How I’d aim to replace an entire salary with income from dividend shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Through consistent investing, it's possible to replace a salary with dividend income in the long term. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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No savings at 50? I’d buy FTSE 100 stocks and aim to retire on a growing passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates that even when starting from scratch at 50, it's possible to build a lucrative pension pot.

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A stock I won’t buy despite its HUGE 16.4% dividend yield, and one I would

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

On the hunt for big dividend yields? Zaven Boyrazian explores two stocks, one he'd buy and another to run far…

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These 2 picks are on my 2023 stocks to buy list!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Among all the stock market volatility, Zaven Boyrazian identifies two companies he believes could be among the best stocks to…

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How I’d invest £3 a day to try and earn passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing as little as £3 a day can lead to a surprisingly large passive income stream in the long run.…

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3 reasons I’d invest £500 a month in a Stocks and Shares ISA in 2023

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing with a Stocks and Shares ISA could be the best way to start building long-term wealth. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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Forget the National Lottery: I’d aim to get rich by following Warren Buffett

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Following Warren Buffett's value investing strategy in 2023 could lead to substantial long-term returns. Zaven Boyrazian explains how.

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A 2023 stock market crash may be coming. Here’s what I’m doing now!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Fears of another stock market crash are rising, but what can investors do to protect their wealth and even capitalise…

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How I’d invest £500 in UK shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

What's the best way to invest small sums in UK shares in 2023? Zaven Boyrazian explores the options for starting…

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I’d invest my first £500 in this high-dividend-yield FTSE 250 stock today

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

I think this top-notch, high-dividend-yield stock may potentially lay strong foundations for a starter investment portfolio.

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3 reasons I’d ditch buy-to-let property and buy FTSE 100 shares right now

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Buy-to-let is a popular wealth-building strategy, but investing in FTSE 100 shares may be a faster and easier alternative.

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