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Many UK-based investors choose to buy shares in US-listed companies. Here, we showcase all the editorial posts concerning American stocks.

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Best US stocks for December

| The Motley Fool Staff

We asked our freelance writers to reveal the top US shares they’d buy in December, which included two nods for…

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What I bought this week in my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

Sometimes the best opportunities are hiding in plain sight. That’s what our author thinks with his Stocks and Shares ISA…

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How much do you need to invest in US stocks to make £100,000?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

US stocks have delivered explosive returns over the last 10 years, and even investing as little as £350 per month…

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Warren Buffett says you need to make passive income while sleeping!

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Warren Buffett's timeless advice has helped countless investors build wealth, and he's even shared some wise words on passive income…

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Why I think people are wrong about Adobe stock right now

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith notes why some are pessimistic about Adobe stock right now, but disagrees with the reasoning behind the views.

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Meet the S&P 500 stock that Michael Burry says could crash 50% (or more) 

| Ben McPoland

The investor depicted in The Big Short film reckons this amazing artificial intelligence (AI) stock from the S&P 500 is…

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A ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ chance to buy 1 of my favourite growth stocks? 

| Stephen Wright

AI might be weighing on growth stocks in the tech sector. But one of Stephen Wright’s top growth stocks is…

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3 oversold tech stocks in the S&P 500 index that are worth a closer look today

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

These technology stocks in the S&P 500 index have all been hammered. But Edward Sheldon believes there’s potential for a…

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Did Jensen Huang give the green light to buy software stocks?

| Stephen Wright

Nvidia’s CEO called the sell-off in software companies “the most illogical thing in the world” last week. So is it…

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£20,000 invested in Nvidia stock 5 years ago is now worth a staggering…

| Christopher Ruane

Nvidia stock has soared in recent years. Christopher Ruane looks at what that has meant for long-term shareholders -- and…

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Should I buy more stock of Amazon and Uber for my ISA after 10%+ falls

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Amazon stock has been crushed. So has Uber. Is now the time for Edward Sheldon to add to his positions…

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Can Tesla stock really keep on rising?

| Christopher Ruane

Tesla stock is up by almost a fifth over the past 12 months, even though the firm's revenues fell last…

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A rare chance to buy US software growth stocks like Salesforce, Snowflake, and CrowdStrike cheaply?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

US growth stocks in the software space have taken a beating recently amid concerns of AI disruption. Is there a…

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A once-in-a-decade chance to buy Amazon stock?

| Stephen Wright

After underperforming in recent years, Amazon stock now trades at a decade-low valuation. Investors waiting for an opportunity should take…

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£10,000 in Microsoft shares 10 years ago is now worth…

| Stephen Wright

Microsoft shares have generated a 628% return over the last 10 years. But investors can grab them today at a…

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£5k invested in Nvidia shares at the beginning of the year is currently worth…

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith reviews a busy few weeks to kick off 2026 for Nvidia shares, with upcoming earnings presenting a near-term…

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Is this the best no-brainer S&P 500 stock to consider buying now?

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith points out an S&P 500 stock that's already up 157% this year and explains why optimism around the…

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Forecast: here’s how far the S&P 500 could crash in 2026

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

S&P 500 tech stocks are getting sold off as economic uncertainty and AI disruption fears take over. But if the…

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2 moves I’ve just made in my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Stephen Wright

Our author doesn’t like selling investments in his Stocks and Shares ISA. But sometimes, opportunities are just too compelling to…

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£10,000 invested in Tesla stock 2 weeks ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Tesla stock as the company's fortunes are increasingly tied to Elon Musk's…

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Not been paying attention? Nvidia stock’s looking very cheap

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at Nvidia stock, which has been moving sideways in recent months. He believes…

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A stock market crash might now be unavoidable. Here’s what I’m doing…

| Stephen Wright

Our author thinks the date of the next stock market crash is getting closer. Fortunately, history offers a clear guide…

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Down 25%, should investors buy this stock for less than Warren Buffett?

| Stephen Wright

UnitedHealth stock is trading below where it was when Warren Buffett’s company bought a decent stake. But does that mean…

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2 battered growth stocks down 45% to consider buying right now

| Ben McPoland

These growth stocks have crashed more than 40% inside 12 months. Our writer reckons the sell-off's left both looking very…

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As the US stock market drops, revisit Warren Buffett’s advice

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With over 60 years of investing under his belt, Warren Buffett knows how to navigate through stock market volatility. Here’s…

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Why Amazon’s falling share price after strong Q4 earnings could be good news

| Stephen Wright

Amazon’s share price is falling as the prospect of a $200bn spend in 2026 has investors nervous. But Stephen Wright…

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Alphabet’s $175bn bombshell just sent a message to the entire stock market

| Stephen Wright

Alphabet’s $175bn announcement has sent a big message to the stock market. Get ready investors, artificial intelligence isn't going away…

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A beaten-down tech stock at just 10.8x earnings… an ISA pick for February?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at one US technology stock that has vastly underperformed the rest of his…

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How much does the average Briton need in an ISA for £5,000 of monthly passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

Millions of us invest for a passive income. One popular route is buy-to-let investing, but Dr James Fox believes more…

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Be greedy when others are fearful: 2 shares to consider buying right now

| Stephen Wright

Warren Buffett says investors should be greedy when others are fearful. So do falling prices mean it’s time to buy…

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Is Palantir still a millionaire-maker S&P 500 stock today?

| Ben McPoland

Palantir has skyrocketed in recent years, making savvy investors a fortune. With the S&P 500 stock down 32% since November,…

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The S&P 500 looks ominous right now, but…

| Stephen Wright

A glance at the S&P 500’s current valuation makes it look like a stock market crash might be coming. But…

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Should I buy Palantir stock for my ISA after its blowout Q4 earnings?

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Palantir stock has lost its momentum recently. But that could be about to change after the company’s blockbuster fourth-quarter earnings.

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Up 35% in 2026, Europe’s most valuable company is boosting my Stocks and Shares ISA

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

There are a number of shares in Edward Sheldon’s Stocks and Shares ISA that are flying right now. Here’s a…

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The ISA system is changing — here’s what I’m doing

| Stephen Wright

The UK government is reportedly set to replace the Lifetime ISA with a product for first-time buyers only. That would…

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How to try and turn a small ISA into £100k using these S&P 500 stocks

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith turns his focus to building a portfolio solely with S&P 500 stocks, and taps into key growth areas…

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Meet the S&P 500 stock in my ISA that’s gained 59% a year over the last 3 years

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This S&P 500 tech stock has generated huge returns for investors over the last three years. But Edward Sheldon believes…

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What would merging with SpaceX mean for Tesla stock?

| Stephen Wright

Instead of joining the stock market via an IPO, Elon Musk’s SpaceX might be set to merge with Tesla. But…

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What’s going on with Tesla stock now?

| Dr. James Fox

Dr James Fox takes a closer look at one of the most intriguing publicly listed companies after Tesla stock jumped…

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£10,000 invested in Microsoft stock 1 month ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Microsoft stock took a huge tumble after delivering its earnings for the second quarter, triggering wider panic across the tech…

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How much do you need in a Stocks and Shares ISA to aim for a million by 2036?

| Stephen Wright

Aiming for a million in a Stocks and Shares ISA takes time. But once the power of compound interest gets…

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