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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.

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Consider targeting a £1,500 passive income with these 4 dividend shares!

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Targeting a large and lasting passive income with UK dividend shares? Royston Wild reveals four FTSE 100 and FTSE 250…

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Passive income: 4 steps to target a £3,737 monthly cash windfall!

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What do investors need to do to boost their chances of a long and lasting passive income? Royston Wild reveals…

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8% yield! How to target a £1,600 second income with these 7 ISA stocks

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Have £20,000 sitting in a Stocks and Shares ISA? Consider building a diversified portfolio of UK dividend shares for a…

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Prediction: in 12 months the surging Aviva share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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Aviva's share price has beaten the broader FTSE 100 over the last year. But can the financial services giant keep…

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Prediction: in 12 months the battered Diageo share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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Royston Wild's taken a hit over the last year as Diageo's share price has crumbled. Can the FTSE 100 company…

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As the FTSE 100 hits record highs, these top shares are still dirt cheap!

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The FTSE 100 remains packed with brilliant bargains despite moving to new peaks. Royston Wild picks out two great cheap…

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Dividend yields up to 10%! 3 top REITs to consider for passive income

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Looking for the best dividend stocks to buy in 2026? These top real estate investment trusts (REITs) might merit serious…

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Prediction: in 12 months the soaring BAE Systems share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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BAE Systems' surging share price means investors have enjoyed a total one-year return near 60%. The question is, can this…

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Here’s how UK dividend shares could help you retire years earlier!

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Looking for ways to retire early? I know I am. Here are three top tips that could help you finish…

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Prediction: in 12 months the rampant Barclays share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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Barclays’ surging share price has driven spectacular returns over the last year. Can the FTSE 100 share keep rising? Royston…

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After rising 32%, is the BT share price on course for 300p?

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City analysts think BT's share price will soar 58% over the next 12 months. Is this a realistic possibility, or…

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Prediction: in 12 months the surging Lloyds share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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Lloyds' rocketing share price and dividends have delivered a near-80% return over the past 12 months. Can the FTSE 100…

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Prediction: in 12 months the surging BP share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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BP's surging share price plus rising dividend have delivered a 12.8% annual return over the last year. But can the…

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Prediction: in 12 months the surging Rolls-Royce share price and dividend could turn £10,000 into…

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Rolls-Royce's soaring share price would have doubled investors' money over the last year, The question is, can the FTSE 100…

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After crashing up to 41%, are these the best UK stocks to buy?

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Many FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares have underperformed recently. This creates opportunities to find quality stocks to buy at…

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Will buying FTSE 250 stocks in 2026 make you richer?

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The FTSE 250 delivered a stunning total return above 12% last year. Can it continue to make investors wealthy in…

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After slumping last week, here’s a FTSE 100 value stock to consider!

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Searching the FTSE 100 for timely investing opportunities? Royston Wild thinks Ashtead shares demand a close look following recent weakness.

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Lloyds shares: here are the latest growth and dividend forecasts

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Lloyds shares have risen more than two-thirds in value over the past year. But can the FSE 100 bank keep…

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2 of my favourite cheap growth stocks to consider in February!

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Looking for the hottest growth stocks to buy today? Royston Wild reveals two of his favourite FTSE 250 stocks and…

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Greggs shares: here are the latest growth and dividend forecasts

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Greggs shares have lost a quarter of their value during the last 12 months. Can the FTSE 250 company rebound?…

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Want to boost your retirement fund? Consider a Stocks and Shares ISA

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Investing in the stock market with a Stocks and Shares ISA can supercharge long-term wealth. Royston Wild explains the benefits…

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Seeking cheap stocks? Here are 2 of the best to ponder for February

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Investors can still find tonnes of bargains on the London stock market. Royston Wild reveals two cheap stocks that could…

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After falling 21%, is the Greggs share price set to rebound to £25?

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Greggs' share price has continued to fall in 2026. But is this battered FTSE 250 stock on the cusp of…

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Here’s a red-hot passive income idea for an ISA for February!

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Looking for the best passive income stocks to buy next month? Royston Wild examines a FTSE 250 share whose dividends…

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UK passive income shares: a once-in-a-decade chance to get rich?

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Royston Wild explains why now could be a great time to invest in passive income shares -- and reveals a…

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How much do you need in the stock market to earn a £500 weekly second income?

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Looking to make a huge second income? Royston Wild explains how this could be possible -- and reveals a top…

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As 2025 dividends smash forecasts, here are 3 top shares to consider!

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Dividends from UK shares are expected to rise again in 2026 after beating estimates last year. But can investors find…

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After rising 64%, is the Lloyds share price on course for 120p?

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Lloyds' share price has risen by almost two-thirds since early 2025. Can it continue rising? Or is the FTSE 100…

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4 pros and cons of buying Greggs shares in 2026!

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Greggs shares have been one of the FTSE 250's biggest casualties in recent times. But could they be about to…

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Rolls-Royce shares: here are the latest growth and dividend forecasts

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Rolls-Royce shares have more than doubled in value during the last 12 months. Can the FTSE 100 stock keep flying?…

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Seeking cheap stocks to buy in February? Consider this golden bargain!

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Stock market investors have loads of top stocks to buy right now. But some have more investment potential than others.…

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After rising 51%, is the BP share price on course for 832p?

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BP's share price is expected to soar 90% over the next year, according to one analyst. But how realistic is…

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These are my 3 biggest FTSE 100 SIPP holdings. Here’s why!

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Looking for the best FTSE 100 shares to buy? Royston Wild reveals his top three holdings -- and explains why…

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Lloyds shares: here are the latest growth and dividend forecasts

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Lloyds shares have jumped 62% in value over the last 12 months. But can the FTSE 100 bank keep its…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy these 3 UK stocks on the cheap?

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Discover the three bargain UK stocks Royston Wild thinks are trading too cheaply right now -- and why he thinks…

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This FTSE 100 dividend share’s so cheap it’s a joke!

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Looking for the best dividend shares to buy? Here's a dirt-cheap FTSE 100 passive income hero our writer Royston Wild…

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3 cheap UK shares tipped to grow 104% (or more) in 2026!

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Looking for brilliant bargains with rebound potential this year? Royston Wild picks out three cheap FTSE 100 and FTSE 250…

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£20k in a Stocks & Shares ISA? That could lead to a £13k passive income

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Royston Wild explains the benefits of targeting income in a Stocks and Shares ISA -- and reveals a FTSE 100…

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After rising 113%, is Rolls-Royce’s share price on course for £16.25?

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Rolls-Royce's share price has more than doubled during the past year. Could it be poised to soar again in 2026?…

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3 UK shares tipped to return 43% (or more) over 12 months!

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These UK shares are expected to enjoy spectacular share price gains between now and early 2027. But how realistic are…

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