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Royston Wild

I am a freelance financial writer with years of experience covering global financial markets. I work with international media outlets to provide clear, actionable insights for investors and savers alike. My work spans multiple markets, including shares, commodities, forex, funds and private equity. I produce a variety of content -- from breaking news and market analysis, through to in-depth investing guides -- helping readers understand complex financial topics and make informed decisions. I previously reported on equities, currencies and commodities at Shares Magazine, and covered industrial and precious metals at BaseMetals.com and TheBullionDesk.com. That background gives me a deep understanding of the investing arena which I bring to every article I write.

Recent Articles

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Investing Articles

How has M&G become one of the FTSE 100’s hottest dividend stocks? 5 reasons..!

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With dividend yields expected above 6.4% over the next three years, Royston Wild explains what makes this FTSE 100 stock…

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Investing Articles

A £10,000 ISA buys 1,931 shares in these 6.5%+ yielding dividend stocks!

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Fancy making a cool £752 in passive income this year alone? A lump sum investment spread across these dividend stocks…

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Investing Articles

How much might £19,999 in a Stocks & Shares ISA be worth by 2036?

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Looking to create substantial wealth for retirement? Royston Wild explains why you should consider focusing on the Stocks and Shares…

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Investing Articles

£20k in an ISA? How FTSE 100 shares could turn that into a £20,623 second income

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Looking to target a healthy second income with a Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild reveals a key strategy he…

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Investing Articles

How much would I need to invest in these FTSE 100 dividend gems for a £29,061 ISA passive income?

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Looking for ways to make a large and dependable passive income? Consider building a portfolio of FTSE 100 shares in…

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Investing Articles

Forget SpaceX shares! I’d rather buy these FTSE 100 growth heroes

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SpaceX shares might be grabbing the limelight. But Royston Wild thinks these FTSE 100 growth stars might be better shares…

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Investing Articles

Down 37% but fighting back! Is this FTSE 100 share now set for a stunning recovery?

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Investment trust 3i's share price has leapt by double-digits after fresh news from retailer Action. But is the FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

How will the new changes to the Stocks and Shares ISA affect you?

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New rules on how we can use stocks ISAs are coming into force. Royston Wild digs into the detail and…

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Investing Articles

8% dividend yield! This REIT could be a BIG winner after Keir Starmer’s resignation

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This real estate investment trust (REIT) is a key part of my portfolio. And it's outlook could get a whole…

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Investing Articles

Why has this FTSE 100 defence stock collapsed 7% today?

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Babcock International shares have slumped after a frosty reception to its latest financial statement. Is the FTSE 100 stock now…

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Investing Articles

How could ‘Prime Minister’ Andy Burnham boost these FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares?

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Andy Burnham is odds-on favourite to become the next Prime Minister. The question is, which FTSE 100 shares would stand…

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Investing Articles

An 8.4% average yield from passive income stocks? Consider these top investment trusts in July

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Searching for the best income stocks to buy? These top investment trusts could provide a route to a large and…

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Investing Articles

6.7% yield! Is Imperial Brands an irresistible FTSE 100 share to consider?

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Imperial Brands' mighty dividend yields make it a go-to stock for many investors. But Royston Wild thinks it might be…

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Investing Articles

An 8% average yield from income stocks? Consider these 3 ETFs for passive income

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Looking for stable dividends with top income stocks? Royston Wild reveals three top exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that deserve a close…

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Investing Articles

With an 8.5% dividend yield, is this cheap income stock a no-brainer?

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This real estate investment trust (REIT) has slumped in value, driving dividend yields through the roof. Is it now the…

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Investing Articles

Tesco’s share price drops 2% on Q1 trading miss. What’s gone wrong?

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Weak like-for-like sales last quarter have pushed Tesco's share price lower on Wednesday (18 June). I think it might keep…

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Investing Articles

2 beaten-down FTSE 100 bargains I’m tipping to rebound!

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Searching for the best cheap stocks to buy? Royston Wild reveals two top companies he loves -- so much so…

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Investing Articles

Your ISA allowance is waiting! 3 dirt-cheap stocks to consider right now

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Looking for top value shares for a Stocks and Shares ISA? Consider these stock market bargains -- including a potential…

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Investing Articles

How have Sage shares become a dividend machine? 5 reasons why!

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Sage shares offer a brilliant blend of dividend growth and value for money. Royston Wild explains why the FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

Down 29%, a beaten-down FTSE 250 bargain I’m predicting can rebound!

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This FTSE 250 laggard now trades on rock-bottom PEG ratios below 1. Could it be a brilliant recovery play to…

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Investing Articles

3 FTSE 100 income stocks to consider buying and holding for a decade

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These FTSE 100 income stocks have raised payouts every year for decades. Can they continue? Royston Wild examines these dividend…

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Investing Articles

The passive income problem lurking in Britain’s pensions is…

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Roughly seven-in-10 Brits earn a passive income from some sort of pension. But data suggests it might not be saving…

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Investing Articles

How can these 3 iShares ETFs keep delivering huge dividends? Here’s your answer!

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) can provide a reliable and large passive income over time. Royston Wild explains how -- and picks…

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Dividend Shares

42 years of dividend growth and an average 7.5% yield! 3 top REITs to consider

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These real estate investment trusts (REITs) offer market-beating dividend growth and sky-high yields. So what's the catch?

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Investing Articles

Check out this cheap FTSE 250 stock while it’s still on sale!

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This FTSE 250 share has plummeted almost 20% in 2026. Might it now be one of the UK's greatest cheap…

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Investing Articles

How could I retire on a £45,400 ISA income with dividend shares?

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Worried about not having enough money to retire on? Royston Wild examines current cash shortfalls -- and reveals how dividend…

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Investing Articles

2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 value stocks to consider right now!

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Value stocks can deliver great returns when confidence improves and share prices rise. Here are two that Royston Wild believes…

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Investing Articles

3 passive income stocks that could deliver ISA dividends of £1,580

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The dividend yields on these passive income stocks range from 6.7% to 9.7%! Royston Wild explains why these big payers…

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Investing Articles

3 cheap FTSE 100 shares I think are too great to ignore!

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Searching for the best bargains to buy in the summer sales? Royston Wild reveals three of the best cheap shares…

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Investing Articles

How are these FTSE 250 growth and dividend stocks so cheap?

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Searching for growth and dividends at irresistible prices? Royston Wild explains why these FTSE 250 stocks are too cheap to…

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Investing Articles

2 stock market bargains to consider in an ISA!

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Searching for the best value shares to buy on the London stock market? Royston Wild reveals two cut-price stars --…

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Investing Articles

How have Scottish Mortgage shares become a dividend machine? 4 reasons why!

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Dividends on Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares have risen every year for more than 40 years. Royston Wild reveals the…

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Investing Articles

Why are these FTSE 100 growth and dividend stocks so cheap?

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Searching for the greatest FTSE 100 bargain stocks to buy? Royston Wild picks out two to consider with low PEG…

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Investing Articles

£20,000 in a Stocks and Shares ISA? Here’s a surging value share to consider

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This banking stock's soared 737% over the last five years but remains dirt cheap. Royston Wild explains why this FTSE…

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Investing Articles

This FTSE share’s crashed 31%, and I’ve just bought it. Have I gone crazy?

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Sage shares have crashed as worries over AI disruption have grown. Royston Wild reveals why this could be a top…

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Investing Articles

Could I REALLY retire on a Stocks and Shares ISA with passive income shares?

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Looking to make an extra cash stream in later life? Royston Wild explains how passive income shares could help him…

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Investing Articles

FTSE 250 stock CMC’s shares have rocketed 51%! What’s going on?

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CMC Markets' shares have surged by double-digits today after a strong full-year trading update. Is the FTSE 250 company now…

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Investing Articles

4 steps to building a £38,456 retirement income with ISA shares

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Investing £300 a month could deliver a life-changing cash stream in retirement with high-yield income shares. Royston Wild explains how.

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Investing Articles

How investing in a Cash ISA could cost you a comfortable retirement

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Cash ISAs are celebrated for the brilliant tax benefits they provide. But could focusing on them cost savers the chance…

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Investing Articles

How much could Barclays shares pay in dividends by 2028?

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Barclays is one of the FTSE 100's most popular dividend shares. How much could they provide over the next three…

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