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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With an average 10.2% dividend yield, here are 2 dividend shares to consider for an ISA passive income of £1,530!

31 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Stocks and Shares ISA investors may be able to generate a four-figure annual income by considering these UK dividend shares.…

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Here’s the FTSE 100’s top performer in 2025! Can it keep flying?

30 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Airtel Africa has put other FTSE stocks in the shade since 1 January, rising by almost a quarter. Can it…

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Should cheap Lloyds shares be on investors’ shopping lists in February?

30 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Lloyds' shares look cheap across a variety of metrics. So what's the catch? Royston Wild takes a look at the…

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Could worries about DeepSeek crash the S&P 500 and AI stocks?

29 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

At 6,054 points, the S&P 500 is looking steady after a poor start to the week. Might this be the…

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares to consider for a Stocks & Shares ISA!

29 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Stocks and Shares ISA investors have a wealth of shares, funds and trusts to consider. Here are two I think…

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A dirt-cheap FTSE 250 growth AND dividend share to consider in February!

28 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Royston Wild thinks this FTSE 250 share could be one of the index's best 'all rounders' for investors to consider.…

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Looking for dividend growth? 3 top passive income shares to consider today

28 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

These three passive income shares could deliver market-beating dividends in 2025 and beyond so may be worth considering. Here's why.

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A top investment trust to consider for a possible £17k+ second income EVERY YEAR!

27 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Building a well diversified portfolio can, over time, deliver a monumental second income in retirement. Here's how.

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3 of my favourite FTSE 100 bargain shares for February!

27 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

The FTSE 100 is packed with brilliant value shares even after last year's solid gains. Here are three that have…

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Looking for stocks to buy? Here are 2 that I think could surge in 2025!

27 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

With an eye on value, Royston Wild picks out two of his favourite UK stocks for investors to consider buying…

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2 FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 shares and an ETF to consider for a supercharged passive income!

26 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Dividend investors can find a wide range of top stocks both inside and outside the FTSE 100. Here are three…

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With £10,000 in FTSE 100 shares, how much passive income can an investor expect?

26 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

How much could a lump sum in a FTSE 100 tracker fund generate in passive income after 30 years? Royston…

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3 dividend shares with FTSE 100-beating yields to consider today!

26 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares have proved brilliant sources of passive income down the years. Here's why.

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8% dividend yield! Here’s the up-to-date dividend forecast for Aviva shares to 2026

26 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Searching for the best FTSE 100 stocks to buy for passive income? Here's why Aviva shares could be worth serious…

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

26 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

Considering these high-yield UK dividend stocks could be the key to unlocking a huge long-term passive income, Royston Wild explains…

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2 high-yield passive income shares to consider for 2025 and beyond!

25 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

These dividend shares have great track records of delivering passive income. Here's why they're worth a close look today.

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2 dirt cheap growth shares to consider in February!

25 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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

25 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

25 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

24 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

23 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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

23 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

23 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

22 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

22 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

21 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

21 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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

21 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

20 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

20 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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

20 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

19 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

18 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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

18 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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)!

18 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

18 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

15 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

15 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

15 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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!

15 January, 2025 | Royston Wild

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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