Some stocks move with the market. Others pull far ahead of it. So far in 2026, a handful of companies have posted strong gains while others have fallen. And when you look closely at where those gains are coming from, one sector shows up more than most: energy.
Indeed, rising geopolitical tensions and supply concerns have sent oil prices higher, which benefits companies tied to production and distribution. That raises an interesting question: are these just short-term moves, or are there still opportunities left?
