5 Most Traded US Stocks So Far in 2026

3. Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG)

Charles Minervino, an analyst at Susquehanna, elevated the price target on Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) to $3.75 from $2.75 and maintained a Neutral rating on May 13. This comes after Q1 results, as the company effectively continues its cost-reduction efforts through the Project Quantum Leap initiative. What’s even more impressive is that the company aims to achieve upside EBITDAS by 4Q 2026.​

Several other firms have responded to the first-quarter report in a similar way. On May 12, Ameet Thakkar from BMO Capital lifted the price target on Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) to $1.20 from $1 and reiterated an Underperform rating. Although the company delivered improved top-line growth and significant margin progress in Q1, the gross margins are still deeply negative. In its analysis, Canaccord highlighted the company’s cost-optimization initiatives, which it believes are working as intended. The firm raised the price target on the company to $4 from $2.50 and reaffirmed a Hold rating.

As Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) continues to focus on execution, margin expansion, and sustained profitability, it remains one of the most traded US stocks so far in 2026. The company is advancing several asset monetization initiatives, including Stream Data Centers, which are projected to generate over $275 million in additional proceeds.

Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ:PLUG) is a New York-based developer of hydrogen products and solutions. Founded in 1997, the company offers hydrogen-fueled PEM fuel cells and liquid hydrogen systems, as well as an IoT-based maintenance and on-site service program.