Some experts believe that certain stocks may be poised for a significant recovery.
Looking at the S&P 500 index, which has been around in its current form since 1957, the average annual return has been roughly 10.5%. This suggests that long-term investors can potentially see substantial gains.
If you’re hoping for even greater profits in the upcoming year, you might just find what you’re looking for. Here are three S&P 500 stocks that, according to Wall Street, could rise by over 49% by 2026.
1. Charter Communications
Charter Communications provides broadband, cable TV, mobile, and voice services to millions across 41 states. Its subsidiary, Spectrum Networks, includes over 30 local television news networks in 14 states, plus a streaming news channel and two regional sports networks.
Though the company started 2025 with a strong momentum, its performance took a downturn in the latter half, with its stock price dropping about 50% from its peak.
Despite the challenges, some analysts on Wall Street are optimistic about its future. Charter’s average 12-month price target suggests a potential upside of 49%. However, it’s interesting to note that only 6 out of 21 analysts surveyed rated the stock a “buy” in December. S&P Global also provided a “buy” rating.
Even if Charter’s stock doesn’t skyrocket next year, it seems unlikely to decrease further. The company has a low forward price/earnings ratio of 4.8x, which is quite reasonable considering it generated $1.6 billion in free cash flow during its latest quarter.
2. Oracle
Oracle has shifted over the years from being known predominantly for its relational databases to becoming a major player in cloud applications and services.
Recently, Oracle’s stock has faced some pressure due to fears about the large debt it is incurring to support its expansion into AI. The company also reported disappointing financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2026. Nonetheless, year-to-date, tech stocks have generally performed well, with some even doubling at one point.
Could Oracle bounce back? Wall Street seems to think so. The consensus price target reflects a potential increase of around 70% from its current price. Out of 43 analysts surveyed by S&P Global, 30 recommended it as a “buy” or “strong buy.”
Oracle continues to show strong growth, with its second-quarter adjusted earnings per share increasing by 54% year over year. Its integration of AI into its products is also expected to open up significant growth opportunities in the future.
3. Trade Desk
If you notice ads while binge-watching a streaming show, The Trade Desk could be the one behind them. The company runs a top platform for digital ad buyers.
The past year has been tough for The Trade Desk, with its stock plummeting over 65%. Challenges include slow growth, the unexpected exit of its CFO, and increased competition, particularly from Amazon, which is increasingly placing ads for buyers across various Internet platforms.
Nevertheless, Wall Street is optimistic about The Trade Desk’s potential turnaround in 2026. The average 12-month price target reflects an upside of around 67%. According to a December survey of 37 analysts by S&P Global, 21 rated the stock a “buy” or “strong buy.”
Is Wall Street’s confidence warranted? I think it might be. The connected TV sector continues to grow, creating significant opportunities for The Trade Desk, especially outside North America.
