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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

Up 45%, how much could £5,000 of BT shares be worth in 12 months

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BT shares have taken flight over the last year. But can the FTSE 100 company keep on flying? Royston Wild…

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Investing Articles

Down 55%! Is this one of the FTSE 250’s greatest value shares?

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Vistry's share price has more than halved since 1 January! Royston Wild thinks it might now be one of the…

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Investing Articles

Up 8%, how are International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares rising again?

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IAG shares have risen strongly over the last seven days. But can the FTSE 100 airline giant keep on rising?…

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Analysts expect these growth stocks to soar 27% and 20% in value by next May!

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Earnings at these growth stocks are expected to rocket higher over the next 12 months. The question is -- how…

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Investing Articles

How do these REITs keep paying spectacular dividends?

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Royston Wild reveals three top real estate investment trusts (REITs) to consider -- two of which have dividend yields approaching…

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Investing Articles

Is your Cash ISA stopping you from becoming a millionaire?

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Just a tiny percentage of ISA millionaires have made their fortunes in a Cash ISA. Is there a better way…

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These 5%-yielding FTSE 100 dividend shares are on sale today!

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Looking for passive income at what he thinks are very low prices? Royston Wild reveals two top dividend heroes trading…

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Investing Articles

Down 31%, how much could £5,000 of Diageo shares be worth in 12 months?

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Diageo shares could give investors a £2,850 profit if one broker forecast proves accurate. But what are the chances of…

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Investing Articles

Greggs shares are the FTSE 250’s biggest risers. How did that happen?!

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Greggs shares have shot higher again following strong trading news. Has the comeback started for this bruised FTSE 250 stock?

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Investing Articles

How a £20k ISA could make you £6,491 a month from passive income shares

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Ready to start investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA? This strategy could earn you a huge four-figure passive income…

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Investing Articles

How much should I invest in a SIPP to finish work and live off just dividend income?

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I'm hoping to retire comfortably on my Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP). But how much do I need to put in…

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Investing Articles

ISA millionaires are tipped to treble! How to boost your chances of becoming one

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The Stocks and Shares ISA could be your ticket to building massive wealth for retirement. Royston Wild explains how.

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Investing Articles

How do these FTSE 100 stocks keep paying brilliant dividends?

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Looking for the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy? Royston Wild reveals three with excellent dividend records -- and explains…

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Investing Articles

These white-hot FTSE 250 growth shares are on sale today!

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Royston Wild loves a good bargain. Here he reveals two FTSE 250 shares that all savvy UK stock investors should…

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Investing Articles

How much do you need an ISA for a £31,352 second income?

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Investing regularly in a Stocks and Shares ISA can generate a significant second income in retirement. Royston Wild explains how.

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Investing Articles

Things are getting tough for this FTSE 100 share. But I’m not selling!

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This FTSE 100 share has fallen 17% in value since the beginning of the year. Royston Wild thinks this may…

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Investing Articles

Down 61% and a P/E of 5.9! Is this FTSE 100 share FINALLY rebounding?

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JD Sports has been one of the FTSE 100's worst performing shares of the last five years. But latest results…

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Investing Articles

How do these FTSE 250 stocks keep paying stunning dividends?

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Searching for the best passive income stocks to buy? Consider these three FTSE 250 shares for dividend growth and market-beating…

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Investing Articles

4 steps to earning £1,001 in monthly passive income

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Fancy making a four-figure passive income every month? Royston Wild explains how drip-feeding cash into the stock market can make…

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Investing Articles

How to turn a £20k Stocks and Shares ISA into a £1k monthly second income!

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Looking for ways to make a large and reliable passive income in retirement? Buying dividend shares in a Stocks and…

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Investing Articles

9 dividend-paying FTSE 100 shares to target a huge ISA retirement income!

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Royston Wild explains how a diversified portfolio of FTSE 100 shares can deliver a strong (and growing) passive income in…

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Investing Articles

£20,000 in an ISA? This passive income stock could give you £3,271 in dividends in 2025 and 2026

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This passive income stock carries yields of 7.8% for 2026 and 7.9% for next year. So what makes it one…

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Investing Articles

Plan to fund your retirement with just the State Pension? Good luck with that!

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The UK's State Pension is ranked as one of the worst among the world's developed economies. Consider this alternative to…

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Investing Articles

3 reasons why Barclays shares could crash in May!

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Barclays shares are sinking as the war in Iran continues. Could we see a full-blown crash this month? Royston Wild…

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Investing Articles

13,000 more reasons why I’m avoiding IAG shares!

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International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares are rallying again. But Royston Wild explains why he's still avoiding the volatile FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

Why NOW could be the best time to find stocks to buy!

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I'm looking for more stocks to buy for my ISA and SIPPs. But it's possible some shares could be better…

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Investing Articles

16,976 more reasons why Lloyds share price could sink

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Lloyds' share price has risen by a third since last May. But Royston Wild thinks the FTSE 100 bank’s now…

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Investing Articles

6%+ dividend yields and low P/Es! Are these income shares screaming buys?

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These UK income stocks offer yields twice as high as the average on FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares. Are…

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Investing Articles

1 of the best dividend shares to consider as UK dividend forecasts surge!

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Dividends from UK shares surged 21.1% in Q1. The question is, can London stocks keep paying impressive dividends as earnings…

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£20,000 put in a Cash ISA a decade ago is now worth…

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Cash ISAs are massively popular because of their tax benefits. But could Brits be losing out by not investing in…

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Market Movers

HSBC shares slump 6%! What’s happened, and is this a buying opportunity?

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HSBC shares are leading the FTSE 100 lower after Q1 numbers were poorly received. The question is, should investors now…

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Investing Articles

3 FTSE 100 stocks I’m considering for growth, value AND dividends!

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The FTSE 100 is home to stacks of quality stocks. Here are three that offer a tasty combination of growth,…

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Investing Articles

Down 78%, this potentially explosive growth share is starting to bounce back!

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This UK stock could be one of London's hottest mining shares a few years from now. Royston Wild explains why…

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7.3% and 6.1% yields! Should I buy these cheap FTSE 100 shares for passive income?

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Looking for the best value dividend stocks to buy? Royston Wild picks out two he's considering for his own Stocks…

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These 3 ‘secret’ dividend shares could be top stocks to buy in May!

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Forget FTSE 100 dividend shares. And look past the FTSE 250 for passive income. Here are three lesser-known dividend stocks…

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Investing For Beginners

How much is needed in an ISA for a £35,828 passive income from FTSE shares?

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Royston Wild reveals how a Stocks and Shares ISA invested in FTSE 100 shares could deliver a huge passive income…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how a £20k ISA could generate £2,413 every week from passive income shares

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Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA can deliver transformational wealth in retirement. Royston Wild explains the benefit of passive…

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Investing Articles

161 years of dividend growth! 3 investment trusts for passive income

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Searching for ways to make a growing passive income over time? Royston Wild reveals three investment trusts that deserve serious…

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3 ETFs to consider in a Stocks and Shares ISA for passive income!

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Many top exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the UK offer sky-high dividend yields right now. Royston Wild selects three that deserve…

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Investing Articles

With high yields and low P/Es, are these UK dividend shares screaming buys?

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Royston Wild runs the rule over two big-paying dividend shares, including one from the FTSE 100. Are they too cheap…

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