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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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2 cheap UK shares that offer serious quality at knockdown prices

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Despite stunning price rises in 2025, these cheap gold and silver shares still trade on rock-bottom price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios.

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WPP shares: here’s the latest dividend and price forecast

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A tough macroeconomic environment has seen WPP shares almost halve in value since 1 January. What's next for the FTSE…

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Should I buy more Barratt shares after yesterday’s price collapse?

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Barratt shares have sunk after the firm announced legacy charges and missed completions. What should I do next?

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B&M shares are at record lows! Is now the time to consider buying?

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The retailer, demoted from the FTSE 100 to the FTSE 250 last year, continues to struggle. But are B&M shares…

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Looking for growth, dividends, or value? These 3 ETFs could be smart ideas to consider

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Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) provide a way for investors to spread risk without sacrificing the possibility of huge long-term returns.

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Diageo shares: here’s the latest dividend and price forecast

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Diageo shares have been among the FTSE 100's poorest performers in recent times. Could the drinks giant be about to…

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Here’s how to target £9,470 a year in passive income from £10k invested in this FTSE 100 star

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Looking to make a substantial passive income from FTSE 100 shares? Here's a UK blue-chip share I've bought in hopes…

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Greggs shares: here’s the latest dividend and share price forecast

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Greggs shares have taken a battering. But is the UK retail share about to stage a stunning recovery? Royston Wild…

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Rio Tinto shares: here’s the latest dividend and share price forecast

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Rio Tinto shares have fallen sharply since last summer. But could the FTSE 100 mining giant be about to rebound?…

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Looking for long-term FTSE 100 shares to buy? Here’s one to consider holding to 2050

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With gold and silver prices soaring, I think this Mexican miner could be one of the FTSE 100's standout stocks…

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3 FTSE 250 shares to consider for a Stocks & Shares ISA!

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I think these FTSE 250 shares have considerable long-term capital and dividend potential for ISA investors. Here's why.

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Up 140% in 2025, I think this could be among the best UK momentum stocks to consider

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Momentum investors could enjoy substantial returns by buying UK gold stocks like this Alternative Investment Market (AIM) star.

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2 cheap AIM shares to consider for the new commodities supercycle

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Soaring gold and copper prices have put the spotlight back on UK mining stocks. Here are two AIM shares I…

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Here’s a cheap FTSE 100 share to consider buying today and holding for 10 years!

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Driven by a new commodities supercycle, I'm expecting this FTSE 100 mining stock's shares to take off between now and…

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Here’s why I’ve changed my mind on this plummeting FTSE 100 share!

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I was confident that this FTSE 100 share would bounce back after its recent troubles. Now I'm not so sure,…

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2 UK shares and funds to target a sizzling summer return!

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With investors buying gold again, and central banks still building their bullion reserves, I think these UK shares and funds…

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Here’s how I’m using my ISAs to target retirement riches

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A comfortable retirement's on my mind and I'm using my ISAs to help me get there. But while my cash…

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134,000 reasons why I prefer FTSE 100 stocks over cash savings!

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The results are in! Investing in FTSE 100 stocks can be a superior way to build wealth than saving, as…

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Will these FTSE 100 shares surge or sink in July?

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Our writer Royston Wild looks at three popular FTSE shares and runs the rule over their near-term share price prospects.

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3 reasons I’m avoiding Lloyds shares despite their huge dividends!

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Lloyds shares offer some of the most reliable dividend yields on the FTSE 100. But our writer Royston Wild still…

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£15k to spend? 3 UK shares, investment trusts and ETFs to consider for a £1,185 second income

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By harnessing a range of different dividend stocks, I'm confident this mini portfolio might pay a large long-term second income.

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Could these FTSE 100 stocks explode in July?

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Looking for FTSE stocks that could catch fire this month? Here are the share price prospects of two popular London…

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Should savers switch to the Stocks and Shares ISA if Cash ISA limits fall?

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The Stocks and Shares ISA could gain popularity if annual allowances on Cash ISAs fall. This may be a good…

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£10k to invest? Here’s a hot dividend share that could deliver a £2,653 passive income over just 3 years

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Searching for the best passive income stocks to buy? Here's a high-yielding FTSE 250 dividend share I'm considering for my…

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2 small-cap stocks with low P/E and PEG ratios!

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Looking for the best small-cap stocks to buy in these uncertain times? Here are two whose low prices provide a…

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2 dividend growth shares to consider for a reliable passive income!

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I believe these stocks, with their huge dividend yields and long records of payout growth, merit serious attention in current…

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Are these 2 of the best high-yield dividend growth shares to consider today?

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These FTSE 250 stocks are widely considered as top dividend growth shares for income investors. In fact, I hold one…

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Is Legal & General one of the best dividend shares to consider today?

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With a near-9% dividend yield and years of consistent dividend growth, Legal & General's shares merit serious consideration for income.

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3 FTSE 250 stocks with low P/E ratios! Which should I consider buying?

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These FTSE 250 stocks are all on sale right now! But which of them are brilliant bargains, and which could…

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Here’s what could send these FTSE 100 shares soaring!

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Looking for top recovery stocks to buy? There's a good chance these FTSE 100 shares could be about to rebound,…

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Consider 2 investment trusts and funds to target £160k from a £20k lump sum!

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I think these investment trusts and ETFs could continue delivering double-digit annual returns through to 2035. Here's why.

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2 FTSE 100 shares with low P/E ratios! Which should I consider buying?

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I'm hunting for the best UK value shares to buy this July. Here are a couple from the FTSE 100…

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International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares: here’s the share price and dividend forecast for the next 12 months!

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International Consolidated Airlines' (IAG) shares are still climbing on strong profits growth. But can the FTSE 100 firm keep flying?

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Here’s a surging ETF for savvy investors to consider in July!

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A surging gold price has seen this exchange-traded fund (ETF) rise more than 40% since mid-2015. I think it has…

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Up 10% in the past year, can this FTSE 100 share continue rising?

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This FTSE share has delivered double-digit gains since mid-2024, beating the broader UK blue-chip share index. Can it keep outperforming?

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Sainsbury’s shares: here’s the latest dividend and share price forecast!

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Sainsbury's shares are tipped to rise in value AND deliver a growing dividend. So should I consider buying the FTSE…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I believe demand serious attention this July

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These FTSE 100 stocks have enjoyed strong share price gains in 2025. And I believe they could keep on rising…

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This FTSE 250 share still looks dirt cheap in July!

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This FTSE 250 momentum share still trades on rock-bottom P/E and PEG ratios right now. And I think it could…

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2 dirt cheap small-caps to consider in July

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On paper, these UK small-caps offer exceptional growth potential at rock-bottom prices. Royston Wild takes a closer look at them.

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As Cash ISA changes approach, here’s an alternative low-risk way to build wealth

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If reports are right, alterations to the Cash ISA could be imminent. But any changes could also create opportunity, as…

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