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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 next for the Tesla share price?

| Alan Oscroft

The Tesla share price might be down over the past week, but it's surely a big mistake to think it's…

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2 excellent growth stocks to consider buying for an ISA in June

| Ben McPoland

These two firms are aiming to capitalise on very different growth opportunities. Here's why I think both stocks are worth…

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Prediction: in 3 years Nvidia stock will be worth…

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Nvidia stock currently sits at $142. But here’s where Edward Sheldon thinks the chip company’s share price could be by…

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Down 40%! Should investors consider buying this unloved S&P 500 stock?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

Stiff competition from China is hurting this S&P 500 stock's profit margins. But with tariffs now in play, could it…

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Is Nvidia stock a massive bargain — or a massive value trap?

| Christopher Ruane

Nvidia stock has been on a wild wide. Our writer would like to buy at the right price, so is…

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5 reasons to consider Amazon for a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Ben McPoland

Although Amazon stock has made huge returns over the past two decades, I reckon there's a strong case that it…

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As the ‘Magnificent 7’ stall, here’s the next wave of high-growth Nasdaq tech stocks delivering big gains

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

A new wave of fast-growing Nasdaq tech stocks is emerging. And long-term investors in these innovative companies are being rewarded.

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Over the next 10 years, I think I’ll make the most money in this area of the stock market

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon is positioning his portfolio for the next decade and he likes this area of the stock market the…

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Has Warren Buffett made his best move ever selling his Apple stock?

| Andrew Mackie

With Apple stock nearly a quarter off its all-time high, Andrew Mackie looks at some of the challenges it faces…

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Down 18%, are we witnessing the slow decline of Alphabet stock?

| Andrew Mackie

Andrew Mackie assesses the future growth of Alphabet stock, in the light of generative AI upending the traditional internet search…

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Billionaire Bill Ackman’s been investing in one of my favourite S&P 500 growth stocks

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

This high-quality S&P 500 technology stock's well off its highs. And renowned hedge fund manager Bill Ackman's been buying the…

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Is this the ultimate US growth stock to consider buying now?

| Zaven Boyrazian, CFA

With over 70% revenue growth delivered in the most recent quarter, this US growth stock is near the top of…

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Are these the best American stocks for my ISA?

| Dr. James Fox

Geographic diversification is really important when investing. Here, Dr James Fox takes a look at some American stocks that are…

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The Tesla share price could skyrocket next week!

| Dr. James Fox

The Tesla share price is always extremely volatile for a company with such an enormous market cap. This volatility could…

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2 world-class shares driving gains in my Stocks & Shares ISA and SIPP in 2025

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon highlights two high-quality shares that are lighting up his tax-efficient investment account and pension (SIPP) in 2025.

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Down 15% in a day, is the Tesla share price the new TACO trade?

| Stephen Wright

Elon Musk clashing with Donald Trump has sent the Tesla share price 15% lower. Here’s what Stephen Wright thinks investors…

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£10,000 invested in Pinterest shares 1 month ago is now worth…

| Dr. James Fox

Pinterest shares have performed really well over the past month, vastly outperforming the US average. Dr James Fox believes they…

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Is this S&P 500 stock a once-in-a-decade passive income opportunity?

| Stephen Wright

Shares with over 50 years of consecutive dividend increases rarely go under the radar. But that might be what’s happening…

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Should I buy Tesla stock before 12 June?

| Ben McPoland

Tesla stock's 31% off its December peak. With the Texas robotaxi launch imminent, I'm wondering if I should add a…

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Here’s what the Warren Buffett indicator says about the stock market

| Stephen Wright

The Warren Buffett indicator suggests that shares are expensive. But Stephen Wright feels investors should think carefully about what to…

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£2k invested in Adobe stock at the start of the year is now worth…

| Jon Smith

Jon Smith takes a look at Adobe stock's performance as it tries to take advantage of AI development and stay…

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I’m eyeing up this Nasdaq growth stock for my ISA

| Ben McPoland

Our writer explains why this growing space stock from the Nasdaq index will hopefully end up in his Stocks and…

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Down 30%, this S&P 500 AI stock offers growth at a reasonable price. I just bought more

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Edward Sheldon believes that this growth stock could be a big winner in the artificial intelligence revolution so he’s buying…

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Strong pound, weak dollar: a once-in-a-decade chance to get rich with US stocks?

| Charlie Carman

UK investors can buy more US stocks as the pound rises against the dollar, which could boost the investment appeal…

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As the S&P 500 falters, is it time to buy US shares?

| Stephen Wright

The S&P 500 looks expensive, but investors might consider buying shares in an oil company that could return 100% of…

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2 cheap growth stocks to consider for a Stocks and Shares ISA

| Ben McPoland

This pair of growth stocks continues to look attractive to me, even though they're very much at different ends of…

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Why I’ve started to worry about Nvidia shares

| Stephen Wright

Stephen Wright was close to buying Nvidia shares last month. But the latest earnings report has caused him to change…

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Why Warren Buffett’s bet on Chubb could be his most underrated move in years

| Mark Hartley

After piling cash into a relatively unassuming insurance company, does Warren Buffett know something we don't? Mark Hartley takes a…

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2 beaten-down shares to consider buying for a stock market recovery

| Charlie Carman

The stock market is rebounding from a violent sell-off triggered by the 'Liberation Day' tariff chaos. This pair of shares…

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On a P/E ratio of 17, Alphabet’s now a value tech stock

| Edward Sheldon, CFA

Those who like value stocks may want to check out Alphabet, says Edward Sheldon. Currently, it’s trading at a discount…

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Here’s why Tesla stock surged 20.6% in May

| Dr. James Fox

Tesla stock jumped in May as investors renewed their optimism in the company’s autonomous ventures. The 'TACO trade' likely aided…

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Move over Nvidia, this could be one of the most exciting US stocks to consider buying

| Dr. James Fox

US stocks have rebounded from their lows in April. As such, it’s becoming harder, but not impossible, to find bargain…

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The bond market: a once-in-a-decade opportunity to lock in passive income?

| Dr. James Fox

The bond market is currently offering passive income investors an opportunity not seen in over a decade. It’s certainly worth…

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3 things Warren Buffett looks at when hunting for shares to buy

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer explores a trio of simple-but-powerful ideas that inform Warren Buffett's choices when he's looking for shares to buy.

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Here’s how much £150 invested in Tesla stock 10 years ago is worth now!

| Christopher Ruane

Christopher Ruane looks back on how Tesla stock has performed over the past decade and sets out his investing plan…

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£10,000 invested in Tesla shares a year ago is now worth this much

| Alan Oscroft

Tesla shares have been on one of the scariest boom-and-bust rides of the past 12 months. Here's what the result…

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£10,000 invested in Manchester United shares in an ISA 1 year ago is now worth… 

| Ben McPoland

Our writer digs into an iconic Premier League football club to see whether it shares might be a good fit…

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Down 20%! This US stock just got stung by a short report

| Ben McPoland

Frustratingly, I sold this US stock last year before it proceeded to more than triple. But two weeks can be…

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Down 17% in a week and on a P/E of 10! Should I buy this dirt cheap value stock?

| Ben McPoland

One Nasdaq-listed growth company trading like a value stock has caught our writer's eye recently. But are the risks worth…

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Over 40% of Bill Ackman’s FTSE 100-listed fund is in these 3 top stocks

| Ben McPoland

FTSE 100 investment trust Pershing Square bought this trio of tech stocks when they were out of favour. Are they…

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