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Royston Wild

I am a seasoned freelance financial journalist specialising in global stock markets. I was formerly a stocks and commodities reporter -- and editor of print and online FX market coverage -- at Shares Magazine, providing information and analysis for readers to make sound investment decisions in the UK and overseas. I was also a regular contributor to the magazine's extensive catalogue of bookazines and trading guides. Prior to this I was a reporter with the BaseMetals.com and TheBullionDesk.com newswires, breaking the latest news and providing in-depth analyses of the base and precious metals markets.

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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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£20,000 in savings? Here’s how Stocks and Shares ISA investors could target a near-£2,000 monthly income

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Investing a lump sum in this investment trust could help Stocks and Shares ISA investors make mammoth returns, says Royston…

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£9,000 to invest? These 3 high-yield shares could deliver a £657 annual passive income

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The high yields on these dividend shares sail sit well above the FTSE 100 average of 3.6%. Here's why I…

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Down 13% today on results, is this FTSE 250 share too cheap to miss?

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After slumping to multi-year lows, is FTSE 250 share Pets at Home now an excellent value stock to consider? Royston…

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Down 37%, here’s one of my favourite FTSE 100 bargain shares to consider

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This FTSE 100 retailer's shares have collapsed in 2024. Despite tough trading conditions, is now the time to consider buying…

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£500 to invest a month? Consider aiming to turn that into a £20,000 passive income like this!

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With a regular monthly investment, it's possible to build a large and steady passive income for retirement. Royston Wild explains.

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As retirement needs soar 60%, here’s how I’m building wealth with UK shares

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A regular investment in UK shares and funds could help Brits create a large and lasting pension. Our writer Royston…

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1 surging stock I think could gatecrash the FTSE 100 in 2025!

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Royston Wild reckons this FTSE 250 share is heading all the way to the Footsie. Here he explains why it's…

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2 of my favourite UK growth shares this December!

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These FTSE 250 growth shares offer excellent value right now. Here's why I'll buy them for my portfolio if the…

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10% dividend growth! 2 FTSE 100 stocks tipped to supercharge cash payouts

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These FTSE 100 stocks have strong records of dividend growth. And they're expected to keep on delivering, as Royston Wild…

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1 of my favourite UK dividend shares this December!

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Diageo's one of the best dividend growth shares in my Stocks and Shares ISA. At current prices I'm considering buying…

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3 REITs I’d consider buying to target a long-term second income

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I'm seeking ways to make a market-beating second income. These real estate investment trusts (REITs) could be just what I've…

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

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Sage Group shares have rocketed following the tech firm's stunning third-quarter update. Is now the time to consider buying in?

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10%+ dividend growth! 2 FTSE 250 shares tipped to turbocharge dividends

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These FTSE 250 income shares look in great shape to grow their dividends by double-digit percentages, says our writer Royston…

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Down 15% today, is this FTSE 100 share too cheap for me to miss?

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JD Sports' share price has tanked after the FTSE 100 share released another profit warning. Is this the opportunity I've…

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Up 8% today, is this FTSE 100 growth stock a slam-dunk buy for me?

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Halma's share price is soaring thanks to another headline-grabbing trading update. Is the FTSE 100 stock now too good for…

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£10,000 to invest? These 2 high-yield shares could deliver a £790 passive income

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These high yield shares offer dividend yields more than DOUBLE the FTSE 100 average. Here's why our writer is considering…

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With P/E ratios of 7.2 and 9, I think these FTSE 100 shares are bargains!

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The FTSE 100 has risen sharply in 2024, but there are still lots of top value shares out there. Royston…

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ETFs are soaring! Here’s a star fund for Stocks and Shares ISA investors to consider

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This exchange-traded fund (ETF) has risen 24% in value since last November. Royston Wild thinks it has room for significant…

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2 ISA mistakes I’m keen to avoid

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Looking to make the most of your ISA? Here are two errors Royston Wild thinks all savers and investors need…

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Want a £1,320 passive income in 2025? These 2 UK shares could deliver it!

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These dividend stocks have long histories of paying large and growing dividends. They're tipped to deliver more huge rewards in…

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With P/E ratios below 8, I think these FTSE 250 shares are bargains!

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The forward P/E ratios on these FTSE 250 shares are far below the index average of 14.1 times. I think…

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Forget Lloyds shares! I’d rather buy this FTSE 100 dividend growth stock

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Dividends on Lloyds shares are tipped to rise strongly through to 2026. But Royston wild thinks this passive income hero…

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Here’s the growth forecast for Phoenix Group shares through to 2026!

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Looking for top growth stocks to buy on the FTSE 100? Phoenix Group shares aren't just about big dividends, argues…

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4 things that could sink Lloyds’ share price in 2025!

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Lloyds' share price has risen by double-digit percentages in 2024. But the bank's outlook remains highly uncertain, says Royston Wild.

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Rio Tinto shares through to 2026

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Rio Tinto's been regularly cutting dividends on its shares due to falling profits. What can investors expect now as China's…

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