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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 dirt cheap growth shares to consider in February!

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Looking for the best low-cost growth shares to buy at the start of 2025? Here are two Royston Wild thinks…

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If a 40-year-old invested in FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 growth stocks, here’s what they could have by retirement

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Focusing on large- and mid-cap UK growth stocks over the long term could be the route to a £1m portfolio,…

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Investing a lump sum? 3 ETFs to consider in 2025 to target a near-£25k passive income!

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Royston Wild thinks these UK exchange-traded funds (ETFs) could generate a substantial passive income over time. Here's why.

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Shell shares for 2025 and 2026!

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Shell shares offer some of the largest dividend yields on the FTSE 100 today. So should investors consider buying the…

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3 investment trusts to consider in 2025 for growth and passive income!

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Investors searching for ways to build a diversified portfolio may want to consider these UK investment trusts, says Royston Wild.

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Here’s a cheap UK stock that could soar while Donald Trump’s US President

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Looking for UK stocks that might benefit from Donald Trump's second term as US President? Here's a value share to…

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5 UK shares to consider buying for a £36k+ passive income in retirement!

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Building a well-balanced portfolio of UK shares can significantly improve an investor’s chance of retiring comfortably.

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Here’s the dividend forecast for Lloyds shares for 2025 and 2026!

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The dividend yield on Lloyds shares continues to comfortably beat the FTSE 100 average. But are future payouts in jeopardy?

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Here’s why I think Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares could keep beating the FTSE 100!

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Scottish Mortgage Investment Trust shares have provided huge returns over the last decade. Can they keep outperforming the Footsie?

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

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Demand for Nvidia shares has soared as investors eye up US growth stocks. Royston Wild looks at the chipmaker's earnings…

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3 passive income ideas for Stocks & Shares ISA investors to consider!

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Searching for ways to make a gigantic second income? Royston Wild reveals three ways that ISA investors could build long-term…

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6.5% dividend yield! Here’s the dividend forecast for BP shares through to 2026

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City analysts expect the dividend on BP shares to keep growing. But just how robust are current estimates? Royston Wild…

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2 FTSE 100 growth shares that could be about to soar!

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These FTSE-listed shares have dropped sharply in recent times. But Royston Wild thinks 2025 could be the year of the…

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

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Looking to build a five-star Stocks and Shares ISA? A mix of FTSE 250 shares like these is worth serious…

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£30k to invest? Here’s one way to target a near-£65k second income in retirement

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With some shrewd choices, here's how a UK investor could turn a large lump of cash into a life-changing second…

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4 passive income shares with 9%+ dividend yields to consider today!

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The dividend yields on these high-yield passive income stocks smash the FTSE 100 forward average of 3.6%. Come take a…

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£20k to invest? 2 dividend stocks to consider for a £1,860 passive income this year!

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A large investment spread across these big-paying UK dividend shares may be worth considering for potentially huge rewards, as Royston…

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If a 40-year-old invested in FTSE 250 growth stocks, here’s what they could have by retirement

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Which would be the better way for investors to target large long-term returns -- buying a FTSE 250 fund or…

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2 top ETFs to consider for kickstarting an Individual Savings Account (ISA)!

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Looking for a simple and effective way to start your investing journey? Here two great ETFs for Individual Savings Account…

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3 FTSE 100 shares to consider for kickstarting a Stocks & Shares ISA!

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Looking for FTSE 100 stocks to buy to supercharge your returns? Here are three top blue-chips to consider for a…

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Searching for passive income? Here are 2 top dividend growth shares to consider!

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These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares are tipped to lift dividends over the next two to three years,…

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Down 23% last year, here’s a FTSE 100 share that could rebound (and then some) in 2025!

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Royston Wild thinks this dirt cheap FTSE 100 share has the ingredients to bounce back after a tough few years.…

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10%+ dividend yields! 3 top dividend shares to consider in 2025!

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Investing in these high-yield UK dividend shares could deliver a huge passive income for years to come. Royston Wild explains…

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Greggs’ share price tanked last week. So I bought more!

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Could Greggs be one of the FTSE 250's best bargains following its share price slump? Royston Wild thinks so, as…

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Just opened an ISA? Here’s a 9% yield dividend share to consider!

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Looking to make a large and growing passive income? Here's a top FTSE 100 dividend share for Stocks and Shares…

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How much would a Stocks & Shares ISA investor need for a £500 weekly passive income?

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Investing in a selection of global shares, trusts, and ETFs can help Stocks and Shares ISA investors build a large…

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How much would a Stocks & Shares ISA investor need for a £3,000 monthly second income?

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Looking for ways to make a healthy four-figure second income? Here's one proven path that ISA investors might want to…

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2 FTSE 100 shares I plan to hold until 2050!

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Looking for the best FTSE 100 stocks to think about buying and holding for the long haul? Here are three…

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Looking for ISA dividend shares? 2 passive income heroes to consider today

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If broker forecasts are correct, these top UK dividend shares could provide ISA investors with a large and growing passive…

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If a 40-year-old put £500 a month in FTSE 250 shares, here’s what they could have by retirement

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The FTSE 250 has delivered Footsie-beating returns over the last 20 years. Can it keep going? Royston Wild takes a…

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3 ways an investor could target a near-£24k passive income from scratch

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Looking for ways to build wealth for retirement from zero? Here are some tools investors can use to target a…

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How much would a SIPP investor need to invest to earn a £1,000 monthly passive income?

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With regular investment, UK investors have a great chance to build a large passive income with a Self-Invested Personal Pension…

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A top S&P 500 value share to consider as markets sell off!

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Worried about the outlook for S&P 500 shares in the New Year? Buying value stocks like this tech giant is…

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2 super-value FTSE 100 shares to consider right now!

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These FTSE 100 shares offer a blend of low price-to-earnings (P/E) multiples and 6%+dividend yields. Here's why I think they're…

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3 UK shares to consider for value, growth AND dividends in 2025!

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These 'Swiss Army Knife' stocks could prove exceptional buys right now. Here's why Royston Wild thinks they're top UK shares…

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2 top growth stocks to consider for 2025!

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These growth stocks are expected to deliver more spectacular earnings increases in 2025. Is it time to consider loading up?

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£10,000 of Phoenix Group shares could net an £818 monthly passive income!

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With dividend yields around 11%, I believe Phoenix Group's one of the best FTSE 100 shares to consider for passive…

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Here’s how I’m targeting a near-£46k retirement income with dividend shares!

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Looking for ways to generate a large passive income stream in retirement? Consider this approach employed by our writer Royston…

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2 no-brainer growth shares to consider in 2025!

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These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 growth shares delivered impressive share price gains in 2024. I think they should continue…

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2 high-yield dividend stocks to consider for a £2k passive income in 2025

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With a lump sum investment, these UK dividend stocks are worth considering for a brilliant second income this year and…

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