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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.

Recent Articles

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Investing Articles

9.4% and 7.1% yields! Which of these FTSE 100 dividend shares should I buy for 2024?

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These FTSE 100 stocks have excellent records when it comes to delivering passive income. But which would be the best…

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Investing Articles

Are Rolls-Royce shares REALLY about to pay a dividend?

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Rolls-Royce shares are expected to start paying dividends in the near future. But how realistic are the company's current forecasts?

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Investing Articles

4 penny stocks I’d love to buy for my Xmas stocking!

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I'm hoping to buy these top penny stocks when I next have the opportunity. I think they could be some…

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Investing Articles

I’d buy these FTSE 100 and small cap stocks in 2024 to target a second income!

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This FTSE share offers a 6% dividend yield and trades on a rock-bottom P/E ratio. Here's why I'll buy it,…

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Investing Articles

2 UK gold stocks I’d buy as bullion prices hit new record highs!

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These gold stocks are soaring as prices of the precious metal take off again. Here's why I'd add them to…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy Lloyds shares for their 7.5% dividend yield in 2024?

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Lloyds shares offer a tantalising blend of low earnings multiples and big dividend yields. They’re a no-brainer buy for investors,…

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Dividend Shares

I’d buy Vodafone and HSBC shares in December for their spectacular dividend forecasts!

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These FTSE 100 stocks could supercharge my passive income, based on current dividend forecasts. Here's why I'll buy them at…

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Investing Articles

A top dividend stock I’m hoping to buy for my ISA in 2024!

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This FTSE 250 stock continues to perform brilliantly! Here's why I'm targeting it for my dividend stocks portfolio when I…

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Investing Articles

2 cheap FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 growth stocks I’d love to buy in December!

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These top UK growth stocks are on sale right now! Here's why I'm hoping to buy them when I next…

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Investing Articles

If I could only buy 2 FTSE 100 dividend shares in December, it would be these!

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I think these FTSE 100 income shares are brilliant stocks to buy for these uncertain times. Here's why I'll buy…

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Investing Articles

These 3 FTSE 250 shares are on sale! Here’s why I’d buy them today

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Extreme market turbulence earlier in 2023 leaves many FTSE 250 shares looking dirt cheap. Here are three on my shopping…

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Investing Articles

2 FTSE 100 value stocks I’d rather buy instead of Lloyds shares!

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Lloyds shares are ultra-cheap, but I still wouldn't touch them with a bargepole. I'd much rather buy these FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

Down 18%+ this year! 2 cheap FTSE 250 shares I’m hoping to buy in 2024

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These FTSE 250 stocks trade on historically low P/E ratios and offer up fat dividend yields. Here's why I'm looking…

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Investing Articles

How to invest like Charlie Munger! 5 top tips for beginners

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Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett changed the investing landscape for the better. Here are some top tools that investors of…

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Investing Articles

2 top income shares I think could be brilliant buys in December!

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Things are looking up for these high-quality UK income shares! I think they could be top stocks to buy next…

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Investing Articles

A ‘secret’ UK share I’d buy in 2024 and look to hold for a decade!

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I've found a top real estate investment trust (REIT) that could help me build wealth next year. Here's why it's…

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Investing Articles

2 penny stocks that could help fund my retirement!

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I'm looking to buy these top-quality penny stocks when I next have spare cash to invest. I think they could…

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Investing Articles

3 reasons why Lloyds shares could be a terrible value trap!

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The Lloyds share price offers excellent all-round value, at least on paper. But is this FTSE 100 share still too…

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Investing Articles

4 dirt cheap FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares I’m considering buying!

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These top-quality dividend shares are all on sale! I think they could be a great way for me to supercharge…

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Investing Articles

5.4% yield! Here’s the dividend forecast for BP shares for the next THREE years

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The yield on BP shares beats that of most other FTSE 100 players. But how robust are current dividend forecasts?…

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Investing Articles

3 growth stocks I’d buy to try and build wealth in a tough 2024!

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I think these growth stocks will prove excellent ways to create wealth next year. Here's why I'd buy them if…

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Investing Articles

2 dirt-cheap shares I’d buy for a winning stocks portfolio!

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These FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 stocks are on sale right now! Here's why I think these cheap shares could…

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Investing Articles

Investors love these FTSE 100 value shares! Here’s why I’d buy them today

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Demand for these FTSE 100 shares is taking off again. I'm looking to buy them for my Stocks and Shares…

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Investing Articles

2 FTSE 250 shares I think are destined for the FTSE 100!

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These FTSE 250 companies have watched their share prices take off in recent years. And I think they could be…

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Investing Articles

2 FTSE 100 shares I’d buy in 2024 to hold for 10 years!

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I'm scouring the FTSE 100 for the best companies to buy for the long term. And I think I've found…

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Investing Articles

Which of these FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 value stocks should I buy for 2024?

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These popular UK value stocks have risen sharply in price in recent weeks. But which one might be the better…

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Investing Articles

These FTSE 100 shares look dirt cheap! Time to buy in?

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These FTSE-listed shares both offer exceptional all-round value. But which should I but for my portfolio when I next have…

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Investing Articles

3 reasons why Nvidia shares could crash down to earth!

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Could Nvidia's upcoming trading update send its share price still higher? Or will the NASDAQ-listed chipbuilder flounder?

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Investing Articles

8.4% dividend yield! Here’s the dividend forecast for Lloyds shares to 2025

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The sinking Lloyds share price has turbocharged dividend yields for the next few years. Does this make the FTSE 100…

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Investing Articles

8.1% yields! Is Barclays of the FTSE 100’s best valued dividend shares?

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The FTSE 100 is packed with tonnes of cheap shares like this one. But is the banking giant a brilliant…

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Investing Articles

Rolls-Royce shares look like a FTSE 100 bargain! But is there a sting in the tail?

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The Rolls-Royce share prices trades on rock-bottom PEG multiples for the next three years. Should I add it to my…

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Investing Articles

Which of these FTSE 100 dividend shares should I buy for passive income in 2024?

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Energy producers are classic 'go-to' stocks for investors seeking a second income. But which of these FTSE 100 stocks is…

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Investing Articles

2 top-quality REITs I’d buy for a second income in 2024!

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I'm hoping to supercharge the second income that I make from UK shares next year. Here are two top REITs…

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Investing Articles

A FTSE 100, FTSE 250 and AIM share I’d buy for 2024!

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I think these top dividend shares (including a top-quality one from the FTSE 250) could help me generate excellent returns…

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Investing Articles

2 red-hot AI investment trusts I’m considering buying!

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These AI investment trusts are trading at big discounts to their net asset values (or NAVs). Here's why I'm thinking…

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Investing Articles

4 UK shares I’ve bought to try and help me retire comfortably!

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Concerns over the State Pension are steadily rising as Britain's national debt soars. Here's why investing in UK shares is…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy cheap Vodafone shares after strong results?

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Vodafone shares trade on a rock-bottom P/E ratio around 10 times. It also carries a near-10% dividend yield. Is now…

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Investing Articles

Should I buy this high-yield FTSE 250 share for a passive income?

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I'm seeking some top-quality shares to buy to boost my passive income. Is this former FTSE 100 stock what I've…

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Investing Articles

2 dirt cheap, high-yield FTSE 100 shares I’d love to buy right now

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These high-yield FTSE 100 shares have slumped in value this year. Here’s why I’d buy them in my Stocks and…

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Investing Articles

Why I’d ignore Lloyds shares and buy this dirt cheap FTSE 250 bank instead!

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I'm looking past Lloyds shares and seeking to buy this low-cost bank when I next have spare cash to invest.…

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