So you want to know which stocks Wall Street thinks are winners and losers in 2026? Well, buckle up—because the data is pretty wild. Financial data firm FactSet just analyzed nearly 12,700 U.S. stocks and found that 57.5% have Buy ratings. That’s the highest we’ve seen since February 2022, and it’s above the five-year average of 55.5%. Basically, analysts are feeling pretty optimistic right now.
But here’s where it gets interesting. The Information Technology sector is absolutely crushing it with a 67% Buy rating. Energy and Communication Services aren’t far behind at 65% and 64% respectively. Meanwhile, Consumer Staples is getting the cold shoulder with only 44% Buy ratings—apparently, boring is out of fashion.
On the flip side, some stocks are getting absolutely roasted. Expeditors International has a whopping 44% Sell rating. Garmin and Franklin Resources are sitting at 36% Sell each. These aren’t exactly household names, but the message is clear: not everything is a winner.
The real MVPs? Microsoft, Amazon, Broadcom, and Meta are all sitting pretty with 92-98% Buy ratings. Qnity Electronics somehow managed a perfect 100% Buy rating—though good luck finding analyst coverage on that one. These tech giants have convinced Wall Street they’re worth the hype.
Here’s the thing though: these ratings are just analyst opinions. They’re not gospel. Do your own research, check the fundamentals, and remember that past performance doesn’t guarantee future results. But if you’re looking for a roadmap of where the smart money thinks things are headed in 2026, this data is a pretty solid starting point. Just don’t blame us if your stock pick decides to tank anyway.
