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Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven is an investment writer and 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, and a Master's degree in Investment Management.

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No savings at 50? I’d use Warren Buffett’s method to invest

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Following Warren Buffett's investment strategy could be the key to retiring comfortably, even when starting from scratch.

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Forget saving cash! I’d buy UK shares now in a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing within a Stocks and Shares ISA while the UK stock market is in a downturn could produce higher returns…

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2 no-brainer UK shares to buy now with just £100

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

With the stock market being very volatile, plenty of UK shares are trading at dirt-cheap prices. But are these the…

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A stock market rally is nearing! How I’d find the best UK shares to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Inflation is dropping, yet shares continue to fall. Is this the last chance to buy high-quality shares before the stock…

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Buy-to-let faces new tax attacks! That’s why I’d invest in FTSE 100 shares instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The outlook for FTSE 100 shares is improving while landlords face the pressure of new taxes. Is the stock market…

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Forget gold! I’d buy dirt-cheap shares before it’s too late

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing in dirt-cheap shares before the next stock market recovery will produce higher long-term returns than gold, in my view.

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15.6% dividend yield! Is this FTSE 100 stock too good to be true?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

A double-digit dividend yield is often a warning to stay away. But can this homebuilder actually maintain its enormous payout?

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Forget gold! I’d buy UK shares now before the next stock market rally

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The price is gold on the rise. But is investing in British shares the smarter move for the coming stock…

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Forget Premium Bonds! I’d buy UK shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing within a Stocks and Shares ISA can vastly outperform Premium Bonds, even if a stock market crash rears its…

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A dirt-cheap penny stock I’d buy for the electric vehicle revolution!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

This little-known penny stock is set to surge as the electric vehicle industry booms over the next decade.

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UK shares to buy now: how I’d invest £1,000 in September

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Witnessing the stock market's current volatility, buying UK shares may seem unwise. But here's one stock I've bought that's profiting…

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How to build a killer passive income portfolio with only £5 a day

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Building a passive income portfolio doesn't have to be complicated, or require a lot of capital. Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates.

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Is Warren Buffett preparing for a stock market crash?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Warren Buffett's enormous pile of cash suggests he's getting ready to capitalise on the next stock market crash, in my…

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I think these are the best shares to buy now for the next stock market rally

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Many of the best shares to buy now have been hit hard by short-term panic, but I think these two…

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Will a UK recession trigger a stock market crash?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

With the risk of recession on the rise, fears of a stock market crash are mounting. But can investors actually…

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Investing Articles

Forget buy-to-let! I’m investing in FTSE 100 shares instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Buy-to-let is an extremely popular way of building passive income, but FTSE 100 shares may be a better solution.

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What are the top FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

FTSE 100 dividend shares continue to reward investors, but which are the best to buy now? Zaven Boyrazian investigates.

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I’d put £500 a month into the FTSE 250 to aim to retire in comfort

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Buying FTSE 250 index funds can be a great way to build a large nest egg. But Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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Warning! The Lloyds share price might be a value trap

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Despite reporting 34% underlying profit growth, the Lloyds share price could be set to tumble sharply in 2023. Zaven Boyrazian…

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Rolls-Royce shares are forecast to hit 147p in 2023!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Following the latest results, analyst forecasts for Rolls-Royce shares are getting bullish! But is this secretly a growth trap?

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Don’t ‘save’ for retirement! I’d buy dirt-cheap UK shares instead

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Investing in cheap UK shares today could be a far better strategy for building a nest egg than just putting…

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Stock market rally: is it time to start buying UK shares in an ISA?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

A stock market rally could be on the horizon! Zaven Boyrazian explains how he's preparing his portfolio to capitalise on…

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What are the best UK shares to buy now if I’m aiming for a million?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The best UK shares to buy when aiming for a million are those with strong financials and wide moats. Zaven…

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Forget savings accounts! 2 penny stocks I’d invest £500 in as inflation skyrockets

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

I'm searching for the best UK penny stocks to buy now to outrun record inflation in 2022, 2023, and beyond.

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How I’d invest via my Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for £100k

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian explains the best investing strategies to build up £100k in a Stocks and Shares ISA.

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No savings? I’m following Warren Buffett’s tips to try and retire rich

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Warren Buffett is on a shopping spree! Zaven Boyrazian explains how to leverage his investment strategy to try and retire…

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I think these are the best shares to buy now for the next decade!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian has potentially found two of the best shares to buy today trading at double-digit discounts for (hopefully) multi-decade…

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Forget income bonds! I’d buy these 2 high-yield UK dividend shares

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

These two UK dividend shares offer significantly more attractive passive income than boring bonds, in my opinion.

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11% dividend yield! 1 FTSE 100 dividend share to buy today

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

I'm hunting for the best dividend shares in the FTSE 100 and this industry leader could be one of my…

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I’d drip-feed £350 monthly into a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Reaching millionaire status with only £350 a month may sound ludicrous, but Zaven Boyrazian explains how it can be done…

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2 simple steps to earning £400 in monthly passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Building a monthly passive income stream doesn't have to be complicated, or require a lot of effort. Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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When will the Rolls-Royce share price recover?

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The Rolls-Royce share price may be down, but cash flows are surging! Zaven Boyrazian explores how long it could be…

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1 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stock I think could TRIPLE my money!

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Demand for lithium is forecast to surge by 42 times, enabling this FTSE 100 stock to potentially supercharge its profits…

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I’d buy cheap UK shares with £200 a month in an ISA to aim for a million

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The 2022 stock market correction has produced countless cheap UK shares that could propel portfolios to new heights.

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How I’d invest £250 monthly in shares to target a £32,000 passive income for life

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Zaven Boyrazian demonstrates how small monthly investments in UK shares can lead to substantial passive income in the long term.

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How I’m aiming for a £1,000 monthly dividend income using Warren Buffett’s method

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

I believe investing using Warren Buffett's method can unlock significant monthly dividend income, even when starting from scratch.

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I’d drip feed £500 a month into UK shares as I aim to retire in comfort

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Worried about retirement? I think investing in UK shares can help an investor like me build a comfortable nest egg.

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I’d invest £50 a week in a Stocks and Shares ISA for passive income

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

Using a Stocks and Shares ISA can generate a passive income from only modest investments completely tax-free! Zaven Boyrazian explains…

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No savings? I’d follow Warren Buffett’s tips today to aim for early retirement

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

The stock market correction is a rare chance to kick Warren Buffett's investing strategy into overdrive, paving the way for…

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

| Zaven Boyrazian, MSc

2022 has been a tough year for income investors, yet Zaven Boyrazian has identified two dividend shares paying impressive sustainable…

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