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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

Down 31% and with a P/E of 8.8, is this FTSE 100 share too cheap to ignore?

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Berkeley's share price has collapsed to its cheapest in roughly 10 years. Is the FTSE share now too cheap to…

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Investing Articles

Rolls-Royce’s share price is rallying again! But for how long?

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Rolls-Royce's share price is the FTSE 100's best performer at the start of the new month. The question is, can…

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Investing Articles

£5,000 invested in Legal & General shares a month ago is now worth…

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Legal & General shares have dropped by mid-single-digit percentages. The question is, does this represent an attractive dip-buying opportunity?

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Investing Articles

Down 32% and with a P/E of 8.1, is this FTSE 100 share too cheap to ignore?

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Barratt Redrow shares are trading just off multi-year lows. Royston Wild asks, is the FTSE 100 share a top dip…

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Investing Articles

Searching for ETFs this April? 3 superstar funds to consider

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The number of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is surging globally. Here Royston Wild picks three top UK products that deserve a…

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Investing Articles

Here’s how you could start your passive income journey this April!

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Royston Wild breaks things down and shows how to turn a Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) into a passive income machine…

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Investing Articles

Looking for last minute ISA buys? Here are 2 on my radar

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These UK value shares are too cheap to ignore, reckons Royston Wild. Here's why he thinks they demand a close…

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Investing Articles

2 NEW reasons why I’m avoiding Lloyds shares in April!

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Royston Wild sees the dangers to Lloyds Bank shares growing at an alarming pace and explains why he's avoiding the…

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Investing Articles

Has it ever been easier to target a £1,680 ISA income with dividend shares?

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Looking for opportunities to supercharge your second income? This could be the moment you've been waiting for, says Royston Wild.

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Dividend Shares

Whisper it: these SECRET dividend stocks could supercharge your passive income

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These forgotten UK dividend stocks offer higher yields than almost all FTSE 100 income-paying shares. But what are they?

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Investing Articles

A FTSE 100 laughing stock I’m avoiding this April Fool’s Day

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Royston Wild explains why Lloyds shares aren't on his shopping list for April -- and reveals why the FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

Get yourself ready for a stock market rally in April!

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Looking for an opportunity to invest in the stock market? Royston Wild explains why now could be a good time…

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Investing Articles

Down 27% in a month, is this FTSE 250 share too cheap to ignore?

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Wizz Air's share price has fallen more than a quarter since the Middle East conflict began. Royston Wild asks: is…

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Investing Articles

£20k in a Stocks & Shares ISA? Here’s how to target a £3,854 monthly passive income

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Royston Wild explains how Stocks and Shares ISA investors can target a huge passive income -- and reveals a top…

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Investing Articles

Down 19%, the red lights are flashing for Barclays shares!

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Barclays shares have fallen almost a fifth in value as the Middle East war has intensified. Royston Wild argues that…

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Investing Articles

Next impresses again, but could its shares be about to crash?

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Next shares have leapt after the retailer raised its full-year profits guidance. But could the FTSE 100 retailer be running…

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Investing Articles

Down 15% and a yield of 7.9%! Is this REIT dividend champion now irresistible?

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This real estate investment trust (REIT) has one of the highest dividend yields on the London Stock Market. Royston Wild…

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Investing Articles

Down 32% and with a P/E of 9.5, is this FTSE 250 share too cheap to ignore?

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This FTSE 250 share is in freefall after slashing guidance for this financial year. But Royston Wild eyes a potential…

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Investing Articles

Rolls-Royce’s share price has plunged 16% from its highs! Time to buy?

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Rolls-Royce's share price has tumbled in less than three weeks. Royston Wild asks: is the FTSE 100 engineering stock now…

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Investing Articles

Is this a once-in-a-decade opportunity to target a second income?

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Looking to make a large second income from UK dividend shares? Now might be the opportunity you've been waiting for,…

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Investing Articles

Stock market correction? A passive income opportunity!

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Looking to turbocharge your passive income? The stock market correction could be a once-in-a-decade chance to do just that, says…

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Investing Articles

How much do you need in an ISA to earn a £20k passive income?

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Royston Wild explains how you could target a huge passive income in a Stocks and Shares ISA -- and reveals…

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Investing Articles

Down 12%, how much lower can Lloyds shares go?

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Lloyds' shares are collapsing sharply as worries over the broader banking sector grow. The question is, how far could the…

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Investing Articles

I plan to retire in comfort with passive income stocks! Here’s why

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Holding income stocks can be a great way to generate wealth in retirement. Royston Wild explains how -- and reveals…

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Investing Articles

Lovely dividends at low prices! 2 top dividend shares to consider

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Looking for top dividend shares to buy at low prices? Royston Wild explains how recent stock market volatility has created…

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BUY AND HOLD spelled in letters on top of a pile of books. Alongside is a piggy bank in glasses. Buy and hold is a popular long term stock and shares strategy.
Investing Articles

Forget short-term pain! Consider these penny shares for long-term gain

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Are you looking for classic penny shares to pick up on the cheap? Here are three that Royston Wild believes…

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Investing Articles

2 FTSE 100 bargain shares to consider this ISA season!

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Searching for last-minute shares to add to a Stocks and Shares ISA? Royston Wild reckons these FTSE 100 shares are…

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Investing Articles

Forget short-term pain. Consider these 3 FTSE shares for long-term gain!

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These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks have incredible long-term investment potential. And right now they look dirt cheap, says…

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Investing Articles

After toppling 11%, are Wetherspoons shares too cheap to miss?

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Wetherspoons shares are sinking after a disappointing trading update on Friday (20 March). Is the FTSE 250 firm now a…

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Investing Articles

How much will you need in a SIPP to earn a £3k monthly passive income in 2053?

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A SIPP can be an exceptional wealth-building tool. Royston Wild explains how -- and reveals a top FTSE 100 dividend…

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Investing Articles

3 easy steps to target a £1,000,000 Stocks and Shares ISA!

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Looking to get a seat on millionaire's row? Royston Wild reveals three top strategies that could supercharge your Stocks and…

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Investing Articles

Is Legal & General a top bargain after its 8% share price drop?

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Looking for brilliant dividend shares to buy on the cheap? Royston Wild takes a look at Legal & General following…

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Investing Articles

Down 23%, consider this FTSE 250 share that’s boosted profit forecasts!

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This FTSE 250 tech share's leapt 8% on Wednesday (18 March) after it raised full-year profit forecasts. Is now the…

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Investing Articles

4 great reasons to consider BAE Systems shares today!

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BAE Systems shares have surged more than a third in value over the past year. Can the FTSE 100 company…

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Investing Articles

These 4 red flags mean I’m avoiding easyJet shares like the plague!

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easyJet shares have slumped by around a quarter during the past month. Does this represent a dip-buying opportunity? Royston Wild…

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Investing Articles

These 5 red flags mean I’m avoiding Rolls-Royce shares like the plague!

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Thinking about buying Rolls-Royce shares on the dip? Royston Wild thinks risk-averse investors should consider avoiding the FTSE 100 stock.

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Investing Articles

After the FTSE 250’s slump, I see beautiful bargains everywhere!

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Fancy doing a bit of bargain shopping? Royston Wild explains why now could a great time to buy FTSE 250…

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Investing Articles

After the FTSE 100’s slump, these bargain shares are calling!

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Are you on the lookout for top cheap stocks to buy? Royston Wild reveals three FTSE 100 value shares he's…

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A senior man and his wife holding hands walking up a hill on a footpath looking away from the camera at the view. The fishing village of Polperro is behind them.
Investing Articles

How much do I need in an ISA for a £700 second income?

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Investing in dividend shares can be a great way to target a second income from a Stocks and Shares ISA.…

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Middle-aged white man pulling an aggrieved face while looking at a screen
Investing Articles

These 5 red flags mean I’m avoiding Lloyds shares like the plague!

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Lots of investors are considering buying Lloyds shares following recent price weakness. Royston Wild explains why they might want to…

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