As we approach 2026, several stocks are standing out with strong potential.
With the new year approaching, there’s a noteworthy opportunity to invest in some promising stocks. Specifically, three companies appear ready to either continue their momentum or rebound significantly, suggesting investors might want to consider them.
1. Nvidia
Nvidia has cemented its status as the largest company globally by market cap, but it’s still managing to grow at a remarkable pace. They specialize in graphics processing units (GPUs) and related technology, essential for training and executing artificial intelligence (AI) models. The company anticipates significant growth for 2026, especially as AI firms indicate plans to invest heavily in expanding data centers.
This bullish outlook is somewhat tempered by one major issue: demand for their GPUs currently outstrips supply. Customers are placing orders years in advance, which bolsters Nvidia’s optimistic projections. They foresee global spending on data center infrastructure climbing dramatically by 2030, from $600 billion in 2025 to as much as $4 trillion. If they’re right, Nvidia could very well be among the top stocks to own into 2026.
Interestingly, the stock isn’t overly priced right now either, trading at 24 times expected earnings for 2026—fairly reasonable given its expected growth trajectory.
2. Trade Desk
The Trade Desk has had a rough go this year, reportedly the poorest performer in the S&P 500, with anticipated earnings plunging 70% in 2025. It’s a tough spot for the advertising software giant, though it doesn’t necessarily reflect a failing business model.
Despite challenges, including a market saturated with competition and mixed results from its new AI-driven platform, Kokai, the company saw revenue rise 18% year-over-year in Q3. The slowdown in growth has led to a regression from its formerly high stock valuations, making it surprisingly undervalued now.
The Trade Desk’s stock trades for less than 18 times its projected 2026 earnings, which is appealing in a market that often feels overpriced. I suspect we might see a rebound for them in 2026, yielding impressive returns.
3. MercadoLibre
MercadoLibre has fared better than The Trade Desk, boasting a 17% increase in its stock this year. However, this performance mirrors the overall market growth rather than its historical highs, which is a bit disappointing given its past achievements.
As a crucial player in both e-commerce and fintech across Latin America, MercadoLibre combines aspects of Amazon and PayPal. It’s played a vital role in establishing dominance in the Latin American e-commerce space. That said, the stock is at its lower price point recently, which seems like a missed opportunity.
Selling at approximately 15 times its free cash flow, MercadoLibre looks like a compelling buy at its current valuation. With an expansive opportunity to capture more of Latin America’s commerce, investing now could be wise. Having dropped over 20% from its peak in July, I believe MercadoLibre is set to reestablish itself as a top performer in 2026.
