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Invest · Best brokers for United Kingdom
Best Brokers for Buying US Stocks from the UK (2026)
Best platforms for UK investors to buy US stocks — IBKR, Trading 212, Freetrade, and eToro compared by FX fee, ISA availability, and total cost.
Ranked by FX cost per $10,000 invested
Lowest FX cost. No ISA. Best for large, regular investors who don't need ISA wrapper.
ISA available. 0.15% FX fee. Best balance of cost and ISA tax efficiency.
1.5% FX fee makes it expensive for regular investing. Best only for social trading.
Our recommendation for United Kingdom
For UK investors, the ISA wrapper is a major consideration. Trading 212 offers a Stocks & Shares ISA at 0.15% FX fee — that's your gains and dividends sheltered from capital gains tax (£3,000 annual CGT allowance is low). IBKR is cheaper on FX but has no ISA. For most UK investors making monthly investments, the CGT savings in an ISA outweigh IBKR's marginally lower FX cost.
Frequently asked questions
Should I use an ISA or IBKR for US stock investing in the UK?
If you're likely to exceed the £3,000 CGT annual allowance on gains, an ISA wrapper (Trading 212) is typically better despite the slightly higher FX cost. If you're investing smaller amounts or holding long-term without selling, IBKR's lower cost may win. Run the numbers for your specific situation.
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