2026 Could Be a Banner Year for Clean Energy Stocks: 1 Fund to Buy Today

Core Insights - Clean energy stocks significantly outperformed artificial intelligence stocks in 2025, with the iShares Global Clean Energy ETF rising by 47%, compared to a 39% return from Nvidia and a 21% increase in the Nasdaq Composite [2][8] - Despite a previous downturn in clean energy stocks, there are indications that the current rally may be more sustainable due to several factors [3][8] Group 1: Market Performance - The iShares Global Clean Energy ETF's 47% increase surpassed the 25% average gain of the "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks associated with the AI boom [2][8] - The clean energy sector has not fully recovered from the 2021 sell-off, raising questions about the sustainability of the recent gains [3] Group 2: Factors Driving Growth - The Trump administration's new legislation has created a surge in short-term demand for renewable energy, requiring companies to start construction on projects by July 1, 2026, to retain tax credits [4][5] - The U.S. is expected to add more clean energy capacity in 2026 than in any previous year, with projections indicating that 2025's record will be surpassed in both 2026 and 2027 [5] - In the first half of 2025, global renewable energy generation exceeded coal for the first time, driven by significant infrastructure investments in India and China [7]