Why Global Investors Should Consider Exposure to the U.S. Stock Market

By Tosin 'Badeniyi, PhD
- September 11, 2024

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In 2024, the U.S. stock market represented approximately 60% of the total global stock market value, making it a dominant player in the world of equities. For anyone interested in equity investing, gaining exposure to the U.S. market is not just a strategic option—it’s almost essential. The U.S. market offers access to some of the largest and most innovative companies in the world, ranging from tech giants to established multinational corporations.

Even if you don’t reside in the U.S., investing in its stock market allows you to benefit from the stability, liquidity, and growth opportunities it provides. Global diversification is key in any investment portfolio, and given the size and influence of the U.S. market, it offers unparalleled opportunities to capitalize on global economic trends and innovations.

By being invested in U.S. equities, you position yourself to potentially gain from the continued growth of the world’s largest economy while also spreading your investment risk across different markets and industries.

Tosin 'Badeniyi, PhD

Tosin ‘Badeniyi, a Professor at the Department of Biotechnology and Food Science at Durban University of Technology, South Africa, holds a doctoral degree in Food Science from University of Pretoria South Africa. Since 2001, he has conducted research and lectured internationally in the area of food quality and safety. He is the editor of Food Science and Technology: Trends and Future Prospects and has published numerous scientific publications as well as four inspirational books.