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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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3 FTSE 100 shares to target a 19% annual return

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Discover the FTSE 100 shares that have delivered double-digit returns since 2015 -- including one of the UK's best-loved bank…

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I asked ChatGPT for cheap FTSE 100 index shares. It said…

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Royston Wild asked ChatGPT for the best FTSE 100 index value stocks to buy today. The AI model's answers were…

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I asked ChatGPT to build the perfect passive income portfolio. It said…

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ChatGPT is used by extensively by dividend investors, data shows. Could it help Royston Wild build a five-star passive income…

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3 FTSE 100 best-sellers I won’t touch with a bargepole

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These FTSE 100 shares have been selling like hotcakes in 2025. But our writer Royston Wild plans to keep avoiding…

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Prediction: these FTSE 250 growth stocks are set to explode

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Looking for the best stocks to buy this November? Here are two proven growth heroes from the FTSE 250 to…

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3 US and UK shares to consider in an ISA for a Santa Rally

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Our writer Royston Wild thinks these US and UK stocks could soar in value during a blockbuster end to 2025.…

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I can’t believe how cheap these 5-star income stocks are today…

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The HSBC and Aviva share prices have rocketed this year. But Royston Wild believes these income stocks still offer stunning…

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Prediction: these 3 penny stocks are tipped to blast off…

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Discover which penny stocks City analysts expect to surge over the next year -- including one that's tipped to hit…

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Worried about a stock market crash? Consider these power plays…

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Royston Wild explains what he's done to protect himself from a stock market crash -- and why he plans to…

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I asked ChatGPT if Lloyds’ share price will spike or sink. It said…

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The Lloyds share price is a whisker away from the critical £1 marker. Can the FTSE 100 bank break through?…

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State Pension worries? 7 income stocks to consider for retirement

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Royston Wild has a plan to reduce his future reliance on the State Pension. It involves regular investment and a…

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How large should your Stocks & Shares ISA be for a £1k monthly passive income?

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Royston Wild explains how buying dividend shares in a Stocks and Shares ISA can deliver a substantial long-term passive income.

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The Aviva share price is tipped to soar through 800p! Can it?

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Discover why analysts expect the Aviva share price to surge another 16% -- and why our writer has bought the…

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Prediction: these ‘secret’ UK stocks are ready to catch fire

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Discover which UK stocks brokers are tipping for stunning returns over the next year -- including one white-hot penny stock.

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The BAE share price is tipped to blast through £21! Can it?

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Fresh trading news on Wednesday (12 November) underlines the bullish outlook for FTSE 100 defence firm BAE's share price.

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I asked ChatGPT for the best stocks to buy for a second income. It said…

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Discover the two FTSE 100 stocks ChatGPT likes for a second income -- and one high performer our writer Royston…

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The BT share price is tipped to blast through 200p! Can it?

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Discover why City analysts think BT's share price has further to run -- and why our writer Royston Wild fears…

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I asked ChatGPT if BP’s share price will rise or fall. It said…

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Discover why ChatGPT said BP's share price might rise over the next 12 months -- and what Royston Wild thinks…

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Discover the FTSE 250 growth share I’m considering to boost my ISA wealth!

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I'm thinking of adding this high-performing growth share to my portfolio this November. Fresh data on long-term ISA returns shows…

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I asked ChatGPT when the FTSE 250 will hit new record highs. It said…

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Does ChatGPT have the inside track on when the FTSE 250 index will surge to new peaks? Royston Wild asked…

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How much do you need in an ISA to aim for a monthly passive income of over £3,000?

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Discover how to target a whopping Stocks and Shares ISA with dividend shares -- and a FTSE 100 passive income…

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I asked ChatGPT when the FTSE 100 index will hit 10,000. It said…

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It seems to be only a matter of time before the FTSE 100 index bursts to new highs. Royston Wild…

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Up 120%, here’s one of the hottest growth stocks to consider right now!

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Gold shares have emerged as some of the most in-demand growth stocks in 2025. But here's one that still trades…

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3 investment trusts to target a 13.7% annual return…

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Looking for the best investment trusts to buy this November? Here are three Royston Wild thinks could deliver spectacular portfolio…

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Here’s why Legal & General’s share price is a beautiful bargain!

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Legal & General's share price is falling again. Royston Wild believes this could be a top dip-buying opportunity for UK…

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3 top FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 dividend shares to consider today

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Looking for high-yield dividend shares to buy for a winning portfolio? Royston Wild picks out three FTSE 350 passive income…

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I asked ChatGPT if the stock market will crash! Here’s what it said…

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Speculation about a potential stock market crash in November has hit fever pitch. So Royston Wild asked ChatGPT what we…

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Here are 2 growth-share-focused ETFs to consider in November…

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I'm confident these exchange-traded funds (ETFs) will turbocharge the returns I can make from global growth shares. Here's why.

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I asked ChatGPT for a portfolio of FTSE 100 dividend shares to buy. Can I beat it?

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The FTSE 100 is packed with top dividend shares to choose from. Here are five Royston Wild thinks could beat…

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Why Nvidia is a top S&P 500 stock to consider as November kicks off…

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November is historically the best-performing month on the US stock market. And I'm considering adding Nvidia stock to my ISA.

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Here’s how ISA changes could give you a tasty £9,000 cash boost…

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Worried about potential changes to the Cash ISA? Royston Wild explains why allowance cuts could provide a wealth-building opportunity.

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Is Diageo’s share price now the FTSE 100’s best bargain?

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Diageo's share price has tumbled to its lowest level in around a decade. Does this make the FTSE firm a…

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I asked ChatGPT for a portfolio of FTSE 250 growth shares to buy. Can I beat it?

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In a battle of man vesus machine, can our writer Royston Wild come out on top against ChatGPT with his…

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Prediction: £10,000 in Tesco shares will deliver a £1,051 passive income by 2028

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Tesco share are tipped to deliver more healthy dividend growth. Does this make the FTSE 100 retailer a no-brainer buy…

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I asked ChatGPT what FTSE 100 shares I should buy. It said…

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Millions of UK investors use AI to decide what stocks to buy. What did it tell me when I asked…

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Prediction: £10,000 in Lloyds shares will deliver a £1,073 dividend income in 2026 and 2027

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Lloyds shares continue to offer one of the FTSE 100’s highest dividend yields. Does this make the banking giant a…

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How big must an ISA be to provide you with a £3,000 monthly second income?

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Looking to build life-changing wealth for retirement? Here’s how a Stocks and Shares ISA could deliver a sustained second income.

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3 FTSE 100 index stocks to consider in November!

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Looking for the best FTSE 100 index stocks to buy this month? Royston Wild is confident these UK momentum shares…

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Is Lloyds’ share price the FTSE 100’s worst value trap?

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At first glance, Lloyds' share price looks like one of the FTSE's best bargains. But scratch a little deeper and…

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Chasing a passive income? Check out these 3 top global dividend shares

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The UK isn’t the only source of dividend shares. Here are three overseas passive income stocks to consider and I'm…

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