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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

Are these FTSE 100 high-yield shares top buys or terrible traps?

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These FTSE-listed shares are tipped to pay market-beating dividends in the short term. But do the risks make them stocks…

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AJ Bell investors are buying these UK shares! Here’s why I’d join the rush

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These FTSE 100 shares have slumped in price in recent sessions. Here's why I think they're top buys for those…

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2 UK shares I’d buy for a prolonged economic downturn!

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Many UK shares could struggle as Britain's economy flails. But I think these FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks can…

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9.4% and 7% dividend yields! Which of these FTSE 100 shares should I buy today?

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I'm searching for the greatest FTSE 100 value stocks to add to my ISA this June. Here are two falling…

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Investing Articles

This is how investing in FTSE 100 stocks could help me retire comfortably!

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Investing in FTSE 100 stocks can be a great strategy to build long-term wealth. Here are the sort of returns…

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10.8% and 4.8% yields! 2 cheap income shares for dividend-hungry investors!

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These two income stocks offer terrific all-round value. Here our writer explains why they're great for investors seeking ultimate value…

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Is Shell the FTSE 100’s greatest dividend bargain?

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The Shell share price is rising again. But on paper the oil giant still looks like one of the FTSE…

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6.9% yield! Here’s the Lloyds Bank dividend forecast for 2023 and 2024

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The Lloyds share price has fallen sharply from its highs of February. But should I buy the FTSE 100 share…

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Investing Articles

2 cheap FTSE 100 shares I’d love to buy this June!

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The FTSE 100 is packed with brilliant bargains following recent volatility. I'm looking to add these top cheap shares to…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’m looking to buy for my Stocks & Shares ISA in June!

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These FTSE 100 stocks are on sale following recent heavy share price weakness. Here's why I'd buy them for my…

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A UK share I’d buy for BIG dividends!

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I'm expecting this UK income share to deliver market-beating rewards over the medium term. Here's why I'm considering buying it…

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2 FTSE 100 dividend shares! Which would be the better buy for me today?

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Lloyds and Persimmon shares offer stunning dividend yields above 6% for 2023. But were I to buy one of the…

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7.8% and 6.8% dividend yields! Should I buy these UK high-dividend stocks?

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These high-dividend shares have declined in value in recent months. Here's why I think they're great UK shares for long-term…

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Hargreaves Lansdown investors are buying these high-yield FTSE stocks! Should I join them?

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These high-yield FTSE 100 shares also trade on rock-bottom earnings multiples. Here I explain why I believe they could be…

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9.3% and 4.6% dividend yields! Which of these FTSE 100 shares should I buy?

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Brokers expect these FTSE 100 stocks to pay market-beating dividends this year. So which of them should I buy and…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 stocks! Which should I invest in today?

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These FTSE 100 stocks trade on low P/E ratios and offer index-beating dividend yields. But are they classic value traps…

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 income shares I’d buy for passive income!

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These UK blue-chip income shares offer market-beating dividend yields for this year. And I'm expecting them to deliver healthy returns…

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A top REIT I’d buy to target a lifetime of passive income!

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I'm searching for great ways to increase my passive income in 2023 and beyond. Here's a REIT that I'm looking…

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Yields of up to 9.2%! Should I buy these FTSE 100 stocks for extra income?

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On paper these FTSE companies look like a great way for me to make passive income. But which of these…

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2 UK growth stocks I plan to hold for 10 years or more!

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I expect these UK stocks to deliver solid earnings growth over the long term. And I think they’re exceptional buys…

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2 dividend stocks investors should buy as recession looms

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I think these FTSE 100 dividend stocks could be wise investments as the UK economy struggles. Here's why I'd buy…

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Here’s the BP dividend forecast for 2023 and 2024!

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BP shares remain very popular with UK income investors. But do I think bubbly dividend forecasts alone make the FTSE…

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Should I buy this sinking FTSE 250 stock in June?

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The International Distributions Systems share price has collapsed again this month. Does this make it one of the FTSE 250's…

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2 FTSE 100 value stocks I’d buy to target long-term riches!

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Buying stocks below their value can supercharge an investor's long term returns. Here are two value stocks I'm thinking of…

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3 top penny stocks I’m looking to buy in June!

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I've got my eye on some small-cap stocks I think could deliver exceptional long-term returns. Here's why I'd buy these…

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2 UK growth and value stocks I’d buy to hold until 2030!

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I think these value stocks are too good for growth investors to ignore. I reckon they could deliver exceptional returns…

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Dividend Shares

6.6% and 9.7% yields! 2 cheap FTSE 250 dividend shares I’d buy today

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I only have a limited amount of cash to invest each month on UK stocks. Here are two cheap shares…

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Is NOW the time to buy cheap Tesco shares?

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Tesco's share price has fallen sharply in recent weeks. Does this represent an opportunity for investors to grab a bargain?

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2 dividend shares I’d buy to target healthy passive income through to 2030!

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Yields at these UK stocks aren't the biggest. But I reckon these dividend shares could be great buys for long-term…

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2 UK growth shares I’d buy for my Stocks & Shares ISA in June!

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I'm expecting these UK shares to deliver spectacular earnings growth over the next decade. Here's why I'd buy them for…

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2 penny stocks I think are screaming buys!

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Investing in penny stocks can help turbocharge one's long-term capital gains. Here are two that I think have very bright…

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Dividend Shares

Which of these FTSE 100 heavyweight shares should I buy?

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These FTSE 100 shares are very popular with UK share investors in 2023. But which should I buy next month…

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Should I FINALLY give in and buy cheap Rolls-Royce shares?

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Rolls-Royce's share price still looks cheap despite recent strength. Is now the time to buy it for my UK shares…

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Why NOW could be the time to buy these FTSE 100 bargain stocks!

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These top FTSE 100 stocks appear to be trading below value. Here's why I'd snap them up for my UK…

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Why Aviva and Glencore are two of the FTSE 100’s best bargains!

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These FTSE 100 shares offer huge dividend yields and low P/E ratios at current prices. Here's why I think they're…

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Yields of up to 6.7%! Should I buy these cheap FTSE 100 dividend stocks?

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These dividend stocks offer yields that beat the average for UK blue-chip shares. They also trade on low P/E or…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy for long-term passive income!

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London's stock market remains packed with brilliant dividend-paying stocks even as the economy struggles. Here are two I'd buy for…

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7%+ yields! Is it now time to buy these cheap UK dividend stocks?

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The dividend yields at these UK stocks smash the 3.7% for FTSE 100 shares. But are they brilliant bargains or…

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6% dividend yield! Should I buy this cheap FTSE 100 stock for a second income?

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The Lloyds share price seems to offer terrific all-round value following recent weakness. Should I be tempted to buy the…

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8.5% yield! Here’s the Vodafone dividend forecast for the next two years

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FTSE 100 firm Vodafone has its fair share of problems. But should I buy the embattled business for its exceptional…

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