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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

Here’s one of the FTSE 250’s greatest bargain shares to consider!

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This FTSE 250 share's risen 10% since the start of the year. Royston Wild gives the lowdown on why this…

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Here are 2 of the FTSE 250’s most ‘hated’ shares! Which should investors consider buying?

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Hedge funds think these FTSE 250 stocks will plummet in value. But Royston Wild feels one of them might defy…

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Here’s why I just loaded up on this FTSE 100 growth and dividend share

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With a high dividend yield and ultra-low P/E ratio, I thought this strong FTSE 100 outperformer was too cheap for…

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This FTSE 100 share is surging right now! So why won’t I touch it with a bargepole?

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Conflict between Iran and Israel is driving BP's share price steadily higher. Yet Royston Wild remains keen to avoid the…

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Here are 2 of the FTSE’s most ‘hated’ shares. Which should investors consider buying?

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The hedge funds really don't like these FTSE 100 shares. But Royston Wild thinks one of them could prove to…

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Here’s a dirt-cheap FTSE 100 share to consider before it surges again!

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This FTSE 100 share may have doubled in value in 2025. But as Royston Wild explains, it still looks like…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks I believe could outperform over the next decade!

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Looking for the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy for long-term returns? Royston Wild chooses two that he thinks could…

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2 cheap FTSE 100 dividend heroes to consider right now!

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These FTSE 100 dividend giants could be a great way to consider targeting a long-term passive income, reckons Royston Wild.

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This stunning FTSE 100 share’s delivered index-smashing returns! Can it keep going?

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This FTSE 100 share has provided a yearly return above 40% since 2015. Here's why it's one of the index's…

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3 dirt cheap FTSE 250 investment trusts to consider this week!

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Investment trusts can be cheap and effective ways to diversify for maximum returns. Here are three from the FTSE 250…

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Looking to de-risk a Stocks and Shares ISA? Consider this!

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Investing in a Stocks and Shares ISA doesn't mean having to accept loads of risk, as Royston Wild shows with…

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2 FTSE 100 shares for investors to consider buying and holding until 2035!

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I think these FTSE shares could deliver spectacular returns over the next 10 years. Here's why I think they're worth…

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How much passive income will I need to retire comfortably?

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Latest data shows single retirees need a £44k passive income to live a comfortable lifestyle. Here's how I plan to…

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Down 38%, is this one of the FTSE 100’s greatest value shares?

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British American Tobacco shares look cheap despite their recent price jump. Should investors seeking FTSE 100 value shares pile in?

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£10k to invest? A UK share, investment trust and ETF to consider for an £870 second income this year

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The London stock market's a great place to invest for a second income, in my opinion. Here are three top…

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Here’s how investors can target a £50k passive income in retirement with an ISA!

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Combining a Stocks and Shares ISA and a Cash ISA can be an effective way to turn a regular investment…

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A £10,000 investment in Standard Chartered shares 10 years ago is now worth…

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While they're not without risk, now could be a good time to consider buying cheap Standard Chartered shares. Royston Wild…

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares to consider for a passive income portfolio!

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Searching for the best UK dividend shares to buy for a long-term second income? Royston Wild highlights two that deserve…

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Here’s the growth forecast for Greggs shares up to 2027!

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Greggs shares have fallen heavily since the tail end of 2024. Does this make the FTSE 250 share a brilliant…

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Down 50%, is this one of the FTSE 250’s best value shares?

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At £12.07, Wizz Air shares are considerably cheaper than those of IAG and easyJet. Is it one of the FTSE…

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A £10,000 investment in HSBC shares 10 years ago is now worth…

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HSBC shares have delivered outstanding capital gains and dividend income over the last decade. Can the FTSE 100 bank keep…

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A £10,000 investment in BT shares 10 years ago is now worth…

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BT shares have plummeted more than half in value since mid-2015. But could the tide finally be turning for this…

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2 REITs to consider in June to target a £1,088 passive income!

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These REITs offer excellent all-round value at current prices. I think they could be great ways to target a long-term…

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Down 46%, is this now the FTSE 250’s most attractive recovery share?

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B&M European Value Retail shares have fallen sharply on persistent sales pressure. But could the FTSE 250 share be about…

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2 absurdly cheap growth stocks to consider right now!

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The UK stock market's a great place to look for potential bargains, in my view. Here are just two top…

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Are International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares a brilliant bargain or a value trap?

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International Consolidated Airlines (IAG) shares look like a steal based on predicted earnings. But could they be a potential value…

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2 UK investment trusts and ETFs to consider in a SIPP this June!

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These investment trusts and ETFs could be shrewd stocks to consider for a SIPP in the coming days, says our…

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2 UK shares and ETFs to consider holding to 2035!

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Despite growing macroeconomic and geopolitical uncertainty, Royston Wild thinks these UK shares could thrive over the long term.

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2 mega-cheap dividend shares to consider this summer, 1 with a 12.7% yield!

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Investors don't need to spend a fortune on dividend shares to target a large and reliable passive income, as these…

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Forget short-term pain! I’m holding this FTSE 100 share for long-term gain

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This FTSE 100 share has delivered a long-term annualised return of almost 10%. Royston Wild expects it to keep impressing.

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2 FTSE 100 shares I won’t touch with a bargepole in June!

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These FTSE 100 shares have risen rapidly in value over recent weeks. But I think this leaves them in danger…

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2 FTSE 100 stocks with low P/Es and huge dividend yields!

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These FTSE 100 stocks have dived in value over the last 10 years. But does their extreme cheapness make them…

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2 dirt cheap FTSE 100 shares! Which should investors consider in June?

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Both Lloyds and HSBC look like brilliant FTSE 100 bargain shares to consider today. But which one has better share…

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Here are 2 of the FTSE 250’s most ‘hated’ shares. Which should I consider buying?

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These former FTSE 100 shares are now two of the most shorted companies on the FTSE 250. Royston Wild considers…

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2 dirt cheap UK stocks I’m considering for my ISA in June!

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These top FTSE 250 shares are on sale right now. And our writer Royston Wild is considering adding them to…

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Can Lloyds’ share price keep soaring? 4 reasons why I think the answer’s ‘NO!’

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Lloyds' share price has been one of the FTSE 100's strongest performers in the year to date. Could this lead…

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Here’s why I’m not worried about a possible stock market crash!

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Talk of a new stock market crash is growing as US-China trade tensions escalate. Should investors carry on or run…

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Targeting a £1m Stocks and Shares ISA? Here’s a low-risk strategy to consider

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Looking for safer ways to build wealth with a Stocks and Shares ISA? Here's an approach I've taken to manage…

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Here’s a top investment trust to consider for dividends in June!

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Real estate investment trusts (REITs) like this one can be great ways to target big returns while at the same…

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Here are 2 of the FTSE 100’s most ‘hated’ shares. Which should I consider buying?

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Some hedge funds believe these FTSE shares could crumble in value. Are they right? Royston Wild considers their price outlooks.

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