In this article, we will take a look at the 10 best stocks to buy in 2026 according to Reddit.
As of mid-February 2026, the investment environment reflects a divide between institutional caution and investor optimism. The titans of the financial world are ringing alarm bells about the structural risks in global markets. On February 3, 2026, in an interview with CNBC, Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates, warned the investment community of a looming capital war in which asset freezes and sanctions could escalate, disrupting global capital flows. Dalio cited rising tensions over issues such as Greenland and potential sanctions threatening vital European investment in U.S. capital and Treasury markets, and stated the following:
We’re seeing capital controls … taking place all over the world today, and who will experience that is questionable. So, we are on the brink — that doesn’t mean we are in [a capital war now], but it means that it’s a logical concern.
On the other hand, investors continue to hunt for multi-baggers in 2026. On February 11, 2026, The Wall Street Journal noted Bill Ackman of Pershing Square Capital Management disclosed a massive $2 billion position in Meta Platforms. The investment holding firm viewed the current market disappointment over AI infrastructure spending as a deeply discounted opportunity. It shows that investment decisions continue to favor the U.S. market, and capital continues to flow into large US technology names. In line with the sentiment, Reddit users have continued discussions centered on high-conviction stocks. Based on those discussions, we have selected the 10 best stocks to buy in 2026.
With that backdrop, let’s explore Reddit’s top picks from 10 to 1. The top 5 may already be in your portfolio.
Our Methodology
We compiled our list of 10 best stocks to buy in 2026 according to Reddit, based on the most number of mentions by Reddit users on threads such as “stocks to do well in 2026”. We then ranked the stocks by the number of hedge funds holding stakes in each, based on Q3 2025 data from Insider Monkey’s database. We have included this data on hedge fund holdings to provide further insight into investor interest. All the pricing data are current as of market close on February 19, 2026.
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10. AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 25
AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) is one of the 10 best stocks to buy in 2026 according to Reddit.
On February 17, 2026, AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) announced the completion of a $1 billion private offering of 2.25% convertible senior notes due 2036. Through the financing, the company generated approximately $983.7 million. AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) intends to use the net proceeds to strengthen its balance sheet and fund its expansion initiatives, including accelerating global spectrum deployment and advancing AI monetization. The company has also launched share offerings and convertible note repurchases to reduce high-cost debt and interest expenses, aiming to optimize its capital structure.
In an unrelated event, on February 13, 2026, B. Riley analyst Mike Crawford lowered AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS)’s price target from $105 to $95 while upholding a Neutral rating on the shares. According to the analyst’s research note, the company saw a 15% share decline due to a sector-wide slump, but it has strengthened its balance sheet to $2.78 billion via a $1 billion note and a $614 million offering.
Founded in 2017, AST SpaceMobile, Inc. (NASDAQ:ASTS) is a publicly traded satellite designer and manufacturer. The Texas-based company is building the first space-based cellular broadband network designed to connect directly to standard smartphones.
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