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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

Investing Articles

Is now the time to buy FTSE 100 shares instead of S&P 500 stocks?

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The FTSE 100 has beaten 53% of S&P 500 shares over the last two years. Here's a top share I…

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This FTSE 250 stock hit 5-year highs today! Can it keep soaring?

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This FTSE 250 stock's risen almost 40% since last summer. Can it keep up its impressive momentum? Royston Wild thinks…

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Investing Articles

Meet the FTSE 100 stocks taking Lloyds shares to the cleaners!

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Discover three top FTSE 100 shares that have outperformed Lloyds this year -- including one that's more than doubled in…

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Investing Articles

Meet the penny stock that’s smashing Rolls-Royce shares in 2025!

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Discover the penny stock that's taken Rolls-Royce's share price to the cleaners -- and see why its shares are still…

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Investing Articles

How much do you need in an ISA to target a £1,000 monthly passive income?

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Discover how UK investors can target a large passive income in an ISA -- and one FTSE 100 growth share…

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Stunning 26.8% annual returns! Here are 3 ETFs I’ve bought to supercharge my SIPP

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I expect these exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to give my Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) a significant boost in the coming decades.

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£262 to invest a month? Here’s 1 way to target a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA

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Even just a couple of hundreds of pounds invested monthly can create an enormous Stocks and Shares ISA. Royston Wild…

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£15k invested in these dividend shares could yield an enormous second income!

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With dividend yields near double-digit percentages, I think these UK shares could be great ways to target a second income.

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Low P/E ratios, yields up to 9%! Are these the FTSE 250’s best value stocks?

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These FTSE 250 shares offer exceptional all-round value on paper. But are they too good to be true for investors…

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Investing Articles

In 12 months, a £10,000 investment in Legal & General shares could become…

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If broker forecasts are accurate, Legal & General shares will deliver healthy capital gains and dividends over the next year.

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Investing Articles

In 12 months, a £10,000 investment in Lloyds shares could become…

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Lloyds shares have soared more than 40% since the start of the calendar year. Can the FTSE 100 bank continue…

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Investing Articles

Consider these 3 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares for long-term rewards!

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The UK stock market is packed with long-term investment potential. Here are three top shares to consider, including one from…

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Investing Articles

Low P/E ratios and 6%+ dividend yields! Could these FTSE 100 shares be irresistible?

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These FTSE 100 shares look highly discounted at today's prices. Does this make them brilliant bargains or possible investor traps?

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Is Burberry ‘back’ as a solid update drives its shares to 17-month highs?

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Burberry shares have risen by more than 60% since May's forecast-beating financials. Can the FTSE 250 luxury giant keep rising?

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Looking for growth, dividends, or value? These 3 investment trusts could be strong options to consider

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These three top investment trusts have delivered exceptional double-digit returns in recent years, as Royston Wild explains.

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In 12 months, a £10,000 investment in easyJet shares could become…

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easyJet shares have plunged in value following a profit warning on Thursday (17 July). Can the FTSE 100 travel share…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I plan to hold for 10 years or more!

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These FTSE 100 stocks have delivered stunning capital gains and dividend income since 2005. It's a trend I expect to…

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2 cheap UK shares that offer serious quality at knockdown prices

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Despite stunning price rises in 2025, these cheap gold and silver shares still trade on rock-bottom price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios.

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WPP shares: here’s the latest dividend and price forecast

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A tough macroeconomic environment has seen WPP shares almost halve in value since 1 January. What's next for the FTSE…

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Should I buy more Barratt shares after yesterday’s price collapse?

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Barratt shares have sunk after the firm announced legacy charges and missed completions. What should I do next?

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Investing Articles

B&M shares are at record lows! Is now the time to consider buying?

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The retailer, demoted from the FTSE 100 to the FTSE 250 last year, continues to struggle. But are B&M shares…

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Looking for growth, dividends, or value? These 3 ETFs could be smart ideas to consider

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provide a way for investors to spread risk without sacrificing the possibility of huge long-term returns.

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Investing Articles

Diageo shares: here’s the latest dividend and price forecast

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Diageo shares have been among the FTSE 100's poorest performers in recent times. Could the drinks giant be about to…

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Here’s how to target £9,470 a year in passive income from £10k invested in this FTSE 100 star

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Looking to make a substantial passive income from FTSE 100 shares? Here's a UK blue-chip share I've bought in hopes…

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Greggs shares: here’s the latest dividend and share price forecast

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Greggs shares have taken a battering. But is the UK retail share about to stage a stunning recovery? Royston Wild…

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Rio Tinto shares: here’s the latest dividend and share price forecast

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Rio Tinto shares have fallen sharply since last summer. But could the FTSE 100 mining giant be about to rebound?…

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Looking for long-term FTSE 100 shares to buy? Here’s one to consider holding to 2050

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With gold and silver prices soaring, I think this Mexican miner could be one of the FTSE 100's standout stocks…

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3 FTSE 250 shares to consider for a Stocks & Shares ISA!

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I think these FTSE 250 shares have considerable long-term capital and dividend potential for ISA investors. Here's why.

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Up 140% in 2025, I think this could be among the best UK momentum stocks to consider

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Momentum investors could enjoy substantial returns by buying UK gold stocks like this Alternative Investment Market (AIM) star.

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2 cheap AIM shares to consider for the new commodities supercycle

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Soaring gold and copper prices have put the spotlight back on UK mining stocks. Here are two AIM shares I…

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Here’s a cheap FTSE 100 share to consider buying today and holding for 10 years!

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Driven by a new commodities supercycle, I'm expecting this FTSE 100 mining stock's shares to take off between now and…

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Here’s why I’ve changed my mind on this plummeting FTSE 100 share!

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I was confident that this FTSE 100 share would bounce back after its recent troubles. Now I'm not so sure,…

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2 UK shares and funds to target a sizzling summer return!

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With investors buying gold again, and central banks still building their bullion reserves, I think these UK shares and funds…

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Here’s how I’m using my ISAs to target retirement riches

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A comfortable retirement's on my mind and I'm using my ISAs to help me get there. But while my cash…

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134,000 reasons why I prefer FTSE 100 stocks over cash savings!

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The results are in! Investing in FTSE 100 stocks can be a superior way to build wealth than saving, as…

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Investing Articles

Will these FTSE 100 shares surge or sink in July?

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Our writer Royston Wild looks at three popular FTSE shares and runs the rule over their near-term share price prospects.

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3 reasons I’m avoiding Lloyds shares despite their huge dividends!

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Lloyds shares offer some of the most reliable dividend yields on the FTSE 100. But our writer Royston Wild still…

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£15k to spend? 3 UK shares, investment trusts and ETFs to consider for a £1,185 second income

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By harnessing a range of different dividend stocks, I'm confident this mini portfolio might pay a large long-term second income.

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Could these FTSE 100 stocks explode in July?

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Looking for FTSE stocks that could catch fire this month? Here are the share price prospects of two popular London…

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Should savers switch to the Stocks and Shares ISA if Cash ISA limits fall?

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The Stocks and Shares ISA could gain popularity if annual allowances on Cash ISAs fall. This may be a good…

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