Over the last decade, the average annual return from a Stocks and Shares ISA has been 9.64%. Thatâs a terrific result for investors, but achieving it isnât entirely straightforward.
An ISA brings protection from taxes on dividends and capital gains, but itâs not a magic ticket to investment returns. Identifying which stocks to buy is still key to getting a supercharged result.
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Apple
Top of my list of stocks to buy (and one I already hold) to supercharge an ISA is Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL). I think the iPhone manufacturer stands to be a key beneficiary of the rise of artificial intelligence (AI).Â
The company stands to benefit in two ways. First, Iâm expecting AI developments to boost iPhone sales as the latest releases enjoy strong consumer demand.
Second, Appleâs dominant position in the smartphone market puts it in a powerful position. The likes of Microsoft and Alphabet have to go through its ecosystem to reach the most customers.
The biggest risks for investors are twofold. The first antitrust â I donât see a competitor disrupting the business, but thereâs a real chance of the authorities breaking up its walled garden.
The second is China. Appleâs presence in the country is significant both in terms of manufacturing and customers and tensions with the US have already started creating issues for the company.
Despite the risks, both the stock and the business have been terrific performers over the last five years. And I expect this to continue, which is why Iâm looking to add to my investment.
Porvair
With a market-cap of £311m, UK manufacturer Porvair (LSE:PRV) is at the other end of the scale in terms of size. But itâs another stock I might buy for my ISA.Â
The stockâs been up and down lately, but the underlying business has been growing steadily. And I think there could be more to come from the company.
Porvairâs filtration products have important features that generate repeat business. Its aerospace filters are specified in the design of airframes and its lab equipmentâs disposed of after each use.
This makes the business difficult to compete with and puts it in a strong position to generate revenue growth over the long term. Thatâs why Iâm looking to buy the stock.
The end markets the company sells into can be cyclical. Aerospace demand fell sharply during the pandemic and lab equipment has been working through excess inventories since then.
That brings a risk of short-term volatility in sales and profits. But, over time, I think the company stands to do well, which is why I see it as a stock that could supercharge returns from an ISA.
Growth stocks
Both Apple and Porvair are growth stocks. Iâm expecting both to use the profits they generate at the moment to increase their earnings per share significantly in future.
In addition, the underlying businesses have dominant market positions that are difficult to disrupt. Thatâs why I think both could be great long-term investments for my Stocks and Shares ISA.
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Suzanne Frey, an executive at Alphabet, is a member of The Motley Foolâs board of directors. Stephen Wright has positions in Apple. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Alphabet, Apple, Microsoft, and Porvair Plc. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors.
