Energy stocks are turning the tide in 2026 after a lackluster year, with the sector up 11.2% year-to-date, outperforming the S&P 500. Natural gas futures surged nearly 120% in five days due to winter storm disruptions, creating supply outages across the U.S.

Top energy stock gainers include Bloom Energy, which saw an 87.2% YTD return, Uranium Energy Corp. with a 64.9% return, and Northern Graphite Corp. with a 52.0% return. Bloom Energy’s solid-oxide fuel cell technology is in high demand for AI data centers, while Uranium Energy Corp. is ramping up production and launching new business lines.

Fluence Energy and Plug Power are also among the top energy stock performers, with YTD returns of 51.0% and 26.9% respectively. Fluence is benefiting from record-breaking backlogs and strong revenue growth, while Plug Power is making operational milestones and securing key agreements to drive profitability and growth.

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