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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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Investing Articles

2 no-brainer FTSE 250 value shares to consider buying for 2025?

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These FTSE 250 stocks offer standout value at current prices. Royston Wild explores whether they could be so good that…

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A FTSE 100 share I won’t touch with a bargepole in 2025

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Lloyds' share price has surged by double-digit percentages this year. But Royston Wild fears this FTSE 100 share could crash…

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3 exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to consider for a 14.8% annual return

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Investors don't have to compromise returns for safety with exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Here are three I'm tipping to deliver big…

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Forget saving! Here’s a FTSE 100 share I’m planning to buy before Christmas

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This FTSE 100 share looks like a brilliant bargain at current prices, says Royston Wild. Here's why it's on his…

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With P/Es below 8, which of these FTSE 100 shares should investors consider?

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The following FTSE shares are on sale, trading at rock-bottom earnings multiples. But which could be the better buy for…

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1 FTSE 100 stock I’ll avoid like the plague in 2025!

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This FTSE 100 stock offers excellent all-round value at today's prices. But Royston Wild thinks the firm's low price underlines…

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ISA inflows are booming! But are savers making a fatal mistake?

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Cash ISA savings have surged since the start of the year. But could investing in a Stocks & Shares ISA…

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No savings at 40? Here’s how late investors could target an £18,100 passive income with UK stocks

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Creating a diversified portfolio of UK stocks could be a great way for investors to build long-term wealth, explains Royston…

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Looking for a large passive income? Consider these REITs in a Stocks & Shares ISA!

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Looking for top dividend-paying companies to add to a Stocks and Shares ISA? Here are two on Foolish writer Royston…

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2 no-brainer FTSE 100 value shares to consider buying with just £500?

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These FTSE 100 shares offer exceptional all-round value at today's prices. Could they end up supercharging investors' long-term returns?

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These FTSE 250 growth shares could soar over the next year!

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The FTSE 250's risen strongly as demand for British assets like shares has recovered. I think these two top companies…

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If an investor put £30,000 into the S&P 500 a decade ago, here’s what they’d have today!

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A lump sum investment in S&P 500 shares would have created spectacular returns between 2014 and now. Can the US…

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What does 2025 hold for the Lloyds share price?

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Lloyds' share price could be in for a rocky ride next year as tough economic conditions and a fresh mis-selling…

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Ashtead’s share price topples 10%! Is this a dip-buying opportunity for me?

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A disappointing trading update has sunk Ashtead Group's share price. Should our writer now fill his boots with the FTSE…

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£9k in savings? Placing it here could maximise an investor’s second income in retirement

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Saving money for later life seems like a smart idea. But I believe this strategy could seriously compromise one's chances…

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£21,392 to invest in an ISA? Consider UK shares for a turbocharged retirement

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Saving rather than investing? Let me explain why putting money in a savings account instead of UK shares could be…

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No savings at 40? Just £5 a day invested in FTSE 250 stocks could unlock a £372k ISA

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For the price of a coffee, Brits have a chance to build a healthy nest egg for their retirement. Here's…

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If I’d put £30,000 into the FTSE 250 a decade ago, here’s what I’d have today!

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The FTSE 250 has delivered solid returns since 2014. Is investing in an index fund or buying individual shares the…

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Up 45%, will this FTSE 100 growth share soar AGAIN in 2025? I think it could

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Looking for the best FTSE 100 growth shares to buy for the New Year? Here's a soaring stock I plan…

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£20k in a Stocks & Shares ISA? Consider targeting a £3,121 monthly passive income like this

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Looking to build a large passive income for retirement? Royston Wild show how a diversified ISA portfolio could build long-term…

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2 REITs I’m considering buying to target a long-term passive income!

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REITs can be great sources of passive income over the long term. Here are a couple from the FTSE 100…

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Forget short-term pain! 2 dirt cheap UK stocks to consider for long-term gain

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The London stock market remains packed with bargains at the end of 2024. Royston Wild discusses two of his favourite…

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2 dividend stocks I think could turbocharge my passive income in 2025!

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The yields on these FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend stocks sail past the market average. Here's why they could…

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A cheap FTSE 100 share to consider buying for the next 10 years!

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This FTSE 100 share has pride of place in my portfolio. Here's why I think it could be a top…

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Down 54%, here’s one of my favourite FTSE 100 bargain shares for 2025!

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The FTSE 100 remains packed with value shares despite its strong showing this year. Here's one fallen angel I think…

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A cheap FTSE 250 share I think could fly during the Santa Rally!

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The FTSE 250 has historically delivered its best results during December. Value shares like this one could be in prime…

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Why the FTSE 100 may outperform the S&P 500 as the Santa Rally begins!

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History shows us that buying FTSE shares in December can deliver brilliant returns. Here are our man Royston Wild's plans…

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£10,000 to invest? Here’s why saving instead of buying UK shares could cost me a fortune

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Looking to maximise returns on your hard-earned cash? Royston Wild explains why investing in UK shares is the best option…

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4 reasons I’m avoiding cheap Lloyds shares in December!

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Lloyds' shares look spectacularly cheap at the moment. But Royston Wild believes they could end up costing him money in…

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£10,000 to invest? These 2 cheap dividend shares could deliver a £780 passive income for me

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Looking for ways to supercharge a passive income in 2025? Here are two top dividend shares I'm considering for my…

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2 high-yield dividend shares to consider for a BIG second income in 2025

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Looking for ways to make a market-beating second income next year? You might want to take a look at these…

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 value stocks to consider in December!

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Searching for the best FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 bargain shares? Here, Royston Wild picks out two of his favourites…

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3 mega-cheap small-cap stocks to consider in December!

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These small-cap stocks are on sale right now. Royston Wild thinks they merit serious attention, even from investors chasing passive…

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2 cheap penny stocks to consider in December!

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These penny stocks trade on rock-bottom price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios. Royston Wild explains why he thinks they're too cheap not to…

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If I’d invested £5,000 in a FTSE 100 index fund 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have now

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The FTSE 100 has underperformed other major indexes recently. Royston Wild explains why investing in UK blue chips could still…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for IAG shares to 2026!

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City forecasters think the dividends on IAG shares will soar over the next three years. Royston Wild digs into these…

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Aged 40? Here’s how skipping the daily coffee could build a £2.4m ISA!

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With a tax-efficient Stocks and Shares ISA, UK investors have a chance to build long-term wealth for the price of…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Greggs shares to 2026

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Payouts at the FTSE 250 baker have rebounded in recent years. Is now the time to consider buying Greggs shares…

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Looking for Black Friday bargains? Here are 2 FTSE 100 value shares I’m considering today

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These Footsie-listed stocks are on sale this Black Friday. Here's why they're at the top of my list of value…

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Sage Group shares through to 2026!

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The dividend on Sage shares has risen for 12 straight years. Can the FTSE 100 company keep its proud record…

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