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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

£10,000 of National Grid shares could net me a £1,683 yearly passive income!

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Dividends on National Grid shares are poised to topple this year. But considering this FTSE 100 firm could still create…

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£10,000 of Legal & General shares could net me a £623 monthly passive income!

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With dividends yields near 10%, I think Legal & General's one of the FTSE 100's greatest income shares to consider…

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A cheap FTSE 250 growth share and an ETF to consider for blistering returns

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This exchange-traded fund (ETF) and growth share have soared in value in recent years. Royston Wild thinks there's much more…

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Value, growth and dividends! 3 ETFs I’d buy in a Stocks and Shares ISA

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Royston Wild believes these UK-listed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could help him create a winning Stocks and Shares ISA.

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A cheap dividend stock and an ETF I’d buy to target a £1,200 passive income

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Royston Wild believes this FTSE 100 dividend hero and high-yield exchange-traded fund (ETF) could provide a strong passive income for…

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A top FTSE 250 dividend growth share I’d buy for lifelong passive income

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The FTSE 250 can be a great place to search for dividend shares alongside the FTSE 100. Here's a passive…

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2 high-yield dividend stocks and an ETF I’d buy to target a HUGE passive income

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I think this high-yielding exchange-traded fund (ETF) and these dividend stocks could provide a healthy second income for years to…

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£10,000 of Phoenix Group shares could net me a £1,009 monthly passive income!

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Thanks to one of the FTSE 100's biggest dividend yields, one large investment in Phoenix Group shares could create a…

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A FTSE 100 share I’ll avoid like the plague in 2025!

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This popular FTSE share’s cheap on paper. But Royston Wild believes the risk of owning it outweigh the potential rewards…

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Investing Articles

As investor sentiment sinks, is the stock market about to crash?

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Investor confidence has dropped sharply in recent quarters, data from Saxo Bank shows. Is a stock market crash coming? And…

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2 FTSE 100 growth shares I wouldn’t touch with a bargepole in today’s stock market

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Picking growth shares is tricky right now, and not just because of an uncertain economic outlook. Here are two Royston…

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Investing Articles

A FTSE 250 share and an ETF I’d buy for a second income

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I'm looking for ways to make a healthy passive income and I think this stock and this exchange-traded fund (ETF)…

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3 reasons why I’m avoiding Rolls-Royce shares like the plague!

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Rolls-Royce shares trade on a meaty price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 30 times. Royston Wild thinks this leaves them in danger…

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2 cheap shares I wouldn’t touch with a bargepole in today’s stock market

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These FTSE 100 and small-cap stocks are on sale right now. But Royston Wild believes these cheap UK shares may…

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3 super-safe dividend shares I’d buy to target a £1,380 passive income!

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Looking to maximise your chances of making a large passive income? These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares might…

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3 golden steps to building long-term wealth with UK shares

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UK shares have provided impressive long-term returns. Royston Wild reveals three strategies that shrewd investors use to maximise their profits.

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Yields up to 8.7%! 3 high-yield dividend shares I’d buy to target a £1,000 passive income

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A lump sum invested in these high-yield shares could create a four-figure passive income this year and a growing one…

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2 of my favourite bargain penny stocks in October!

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These two penny stocks look dirt cheap across a variety of different metrics. Royston Wild explains why they could be…

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Here’s the growth forecast for BAE Systems shares through to 2026!

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BAE Systems' shares have soared on the back of resurgent defence spending. Can the FTSE 100 firm continue delivering good…

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Here’s how I’d regularly invest £300 to target £2,000 of monthly passive income

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Investing in shares, trusts and ETFs can be a great way to build long-term wealth. Here's one way I could…

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2 of my favourite FTSE 250 bargains this October!

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Royston Wild's out looking for dirt cheap shares. He thinks these FTSE 250 companies are two of the best value…

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Want dividend yields up to 9.9%? Here’s 3 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares to consider

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Looking to turbocharge your passive income? These high dividend yield FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks could be just what…

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3 of my favourite FTSE 100 bargains this October!

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The FTSE 100 has risen strongly in 2024. But there are still plenty of brilliant bargains to be found this…

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Forget the FTSE 100. Small-cap dividend stocks may be better for passive income!

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Looking to make an above-average income from UK dividend stocks? Buying small-cap shares could be the way to go, research…

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A cheap FTSE 250 share and an AI ETF I might buy in October!

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I'm scouring London's stock market for the best stocks and ETFs to buy. Here are two I might add to…

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2 terrifically cheap FTSE 250 stocks to consider this October!

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Royston Wild reckons these rebounding FTSE 250 shares still look cheap at current prices. Here's why bargain hunters should give…

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Want a 10% yield? 2 FTSE shares to consider buying today

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Royston Wild thinks these FTSE 100 dividend shares are among the best to consider for a large income through to…

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Why I’d buy these 7%+ yielding dividend shares in my Stocks and Shares ISA!

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Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA can save individuals a fortune in tax over time. Here are three dividend…

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Growth, value and dividends! 2 FTSE 250 shares to consider in October

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Diversification's an important part of the investment process. And these FTSE 250 shares could help investors effectively achieve this. Royston…

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Here’s how I’d target a £45,444 passive income with an ISA!

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The Individual Savings Account (ISA) can be a powerful weapon in the quest for a life-changing passive income, as Royston…

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3 FTSE 100 shares with ex-dividend dates next week!

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Fancy grabbing some juicy dividends in the coming weeks? These FTSE 100 shares all go ex-dividend during the next seven…

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Looking for a large second income? You could be making a HUGE mistake!

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Just saving rather than investing can put a serious dent in one's long-term wealth. Royston Wild indicates where he'd rather…

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2 of my favourite FTSE 250 value stocks in October!

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These FTSE 250 shares look cheap, in Royston Wild's book. Here's why he thinks they could be worth some research…

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2 steps to target a £24,745 passive income with cash and UK shares!

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Here's how a mix of UK shares and cash savings could help me enjoy a tasty £20,000-plus passive income when…

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Here’s the growth forecast for Rolls-Royce shares through to 2026!

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City analysts expect earnings to continue rising by double-digit percentages through to 2026. Does this make Rolls-Royce shares a top…

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3 of my favourite FTSE 100 value stocks this October!

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The FTSE 100 remains packed with bargain shares at the start of the fourth quarter. Here are three that stand…

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Here’s how I’d target a near-£2k passive income by investing £30,000 in high-yield shares

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A lump sum invested in high-yield dividend shares and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could build a formidable second income.

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3 reasons I’m not tempted by the cheap Lloyds share price in October

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Lloyds' share price still looks cheap on paper despite 2024's rally. But the FTSE 100 bank may be a risk…

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A great growth stock and an ETF to consider in October!

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Looking for a growth stock or two to add to a portfolio? Royston Wild picks out a growth share and…

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2 of the greatest dividend stocks (including a FTSE 100 newbie) to consider in October!

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Investors seeking a large passive income should give these high-yield dividend stocks some serious attention, says Royston Wild.

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