In this article, we will take a look at the Top 10 Reddit Stocks That Will Skyrocket.
Even before tensions between Iran and the US picked up, retail investors were already moving toward energy stocks. A January report from CNBC pointed to a clear return of individual investors, with energy standing out as a key area of interest.
At the start of 2026, that trend became more visible. Data from JPMorgan Chase showed that everyday traders were buying stocks at one of the strongest levels seen in months. Oil-related names, in particular, drew attention after the US carried out a weekend strike on Venezuela. Viraj Patel of Vanda said this kind of behavior tends to stick once it begins. Patel made the following comment:
“Once retail gets its teeth into a theme, they don’t let go — like a dog with a bone. AI showed us that if retail believes in something, they’ll keep buying even on bad days.”
He added that this shift toward energy could also reflect a broader change in positioning, with investors leaning away from high-growth stocks and toward companies that generate steady cash flow.
A similar pattern showed up in broader market activity. Reuters reported that retail inflows into US stocks reached a record in 2025, highlighting the growing influence of individual investors. According to JPMorgan data, total inflows rose 53% year over year, moving well past earlier peaks and even topping levels seen during the 2021 retail trading surge. Retail activity made up around 20% to 25% of overall trading, and at one point in April, it climbed to roughly 35%. The numbers suggest that retail investors are not just participating. They are playing a larger role in shaping where the market moves.
Given this, we will take a look at Reddit stocks that will skyrocket.
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Our Methodology
For this article, we reviewed several subreddits, including r/wallstreetbets, r/ValueInvesting, r/investing, and r/InvestmentClub, to identify stocks that Reddit users considered strong long-term investments. From this pool, we selected companies with analyst upside potential of over 30%, as of April 17. We limited our final selection to companies that have recently reported noteworthy developments likely to impact investor sentiment.
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10. Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM)
Upside Potential as of April 17: 31.01%
On April 17, Morgan Stanley lowered its price recommendation on Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) to $171 from $172. It reiterated an Overweight rating on the shares. Heading into Q1 earnings, the firm said most exploration and production companies are likely to keep activity plans unchanged, even with stronger oil prices. It also noted that the sector has now given back all of its March gains. In its earnings preview, the firm added that energy prices are unlikely to return to pre-conflict levels “anytime soon.”
On April 17, BNP Paribas upgraded XOM to Neutral from Underperform, raising its price target to $165 from $125. The firm said “collapsing” oil and product inventories during the Iran war are expected to drive a longer oil price upcycle. It pointed to rising security concerns after the war, OPEC’s need to recover revenue, and limited growth in non-OPEC supply as factors that could support prices in the years ahead. BNP added that major producers such as Chevron and Exxon Mobil are expected to benefit from stronger cash flow as crude prices move higher.
Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) remains one of the largest publicly traded energy companies globally. It operates across the full value chain, from exploration and production to refining and petrochemicals, while continuing to focus on improving efficiency and lowering costs.
9. General Motors Company (NYSE:GM)
Upside Potential as of April 17: 31.2%
On April 14, Deutsche Bank analyst Edison Yu upgraded General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) to Buy from Hold. It also raised the price target to $90 from $83 on the stock, following the recent pullback in the shares. The analyst said the near-term volatility is tied to geopolitical developments. His view is based on the resilience GM has shown several times in recent years. The firm sees the recent weakness as an “attractive entry point to gain exposure to a potential multi-year re-rate story,” the analyst told investors.
On April 14, Goldman Sachs lowered its price recommendation on GM to $91 from $104. It reiterated kept a Buy rating on the shares. The analyst said auto OEMs and suppliers are expected to report in-line to softer results this quarter, pointing to higher input costs and weak Q1 auto sales in China. In contrast, the firm expects industrial tech companies to post solid results and guidance, supported by improving industrial trends and strong data center demand.
General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) designs, builds, and sells trucks, crossovers, cars, and automobile parts. It also provides software-enabled services and subscriptions worldwide. The company operates through GMNA, GMI, Cruise, and GM Financial segments.
8. AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC)
Upside Potential as of April 17: 32.1%
On April 17, B. Riley raised its price recommendation on AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC) to $2 from $1.50. It reiterated a Neutral rating on the shares. Box office revenue across the industry climbed 22% year over year during the period. That came in stronger than expected. March releases did much of the heavy lifting, especially “Project Hail Mary.” Titles like “Scream 7” and “Hoppers” also added support, the analyst noted. For Q2, the firm expects modest growth. June should be stronger, but April and May look softer by comparison. There have also been some mixed revisions to key film assumptions.
On April 6, AMC Entertainment reported a record performance over the five-day Easter holiday weekend. It marked the highest combined global admissions and food and beverage revenue for that holiday period in the company’s 106-year history. Between Wednesday, April 1, and Sunday, April 5, more than 6.0 million guests visited AMC locations in the US and ODEON Cinemas sites internationally.
This also turned out to be AMC’s strongest Wednesday-to-Sunday attendance stretch so far in 2026. A large part of that momentum came from the debut of THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE. The film delivered a reported global opening of about $372 million. Attendance was strong across AMC Theatres in the US and ODEON Cinemas abroad. The film’s broad, family-friendly appeal helped sustain traffic through the weekend, with families and younger audiences showing up in large numbers.
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:AMC) operates as a movie exhibition company. It owns, operates, or holds interests in theatres, mainly across the United States and Europe. The business runs through two segments: U.S. markets and International markets.
7. Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ:VRTX)
Upside Potential as of April 17: 34.3%
On April 10, Morgan Stanley raised its price recommendation on Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ:VRTX) to $612 from $596. It maintained an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm said it updated its models across its biopharma coverage, reflecting IQVIA trends and intra-quarter developments ahead of Q1 earnings for the group.
On April 7, RBC Capital Markets analyst Brian Abrahams raised the firm’s price target on VRTX to $543 from $541 and maintained an Outperform rating. The update came as part of a broader research note previewing Q1 results in biotech. The analyst said seasonal pressures tied to gross-to-net adjustments, reimbursement resets, and fewer selling days tend to weigh on Q1. These effects may be more noticeable this time due to weather disruptions, especially for newly launched and in-clinic products. At the same time, he noted that a pickup in M&A activity, along with clearer expectations around tariffs and Most Favored Nation drug pricing, could help balance those pressures and support overall sentiment in the sector.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ:VRTX) operates as a global biotechnology company focused on developing medicines for serious diseases. It invests in scientific innovation and targets specialty markets. The company has seven approved medicines, including five that treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis, one for severe sickle cell disease and transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, and one for moderate-to-severe acute pain.
6. Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOP)
Upside Potential as of April 17: 36.5%
On April 6, Wells Fargo lowered its price recommendation on Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOP) to $166 from $191. It reiterated an Overweight rating on the shares. The firm said it did not expect the rollout of Agentic commerce to be quick or straightforward. It acknowledged it may have been “a bit optimistic” on how fast adoption would happen. Even so, it remains confident that Agentic commerce will gain traction over time, with Shopify positioned to benefit.
During the Q4 2025 earnings call, CFO Jeff Hoffmeister said the company expected Q1 revenue growth in the low 30s year over year, broadly in line with Q4 2025. He noted that the same core drivers from 2025 were likely to continue supporting growth. He also said gross profit dollars were expected to rise in the high 20s. The year-over-year change in gross margins versus Q1 2025 would reflect a continued shift between Merchant Solutions and Subscription Solutions. He added that the gap in growth rates between the two segments should narrow compared to 2025, with payments remaining strong.
On expenses, Hoffmeister said Q1 operating expenses were expected to come in between 37% and 38% of revenue. He pointed out that this would mark an improvement of a couple of percentage points from Q1 2025, which itself had already declined by nearly 6 points from Q1 2024. On cash flow, he said free cash flow margin for Q1 was expected in the low to mid-teens, slightly below the level reported in Q1 2025.
Shopify Inc. (NASDAQ:SHOP) is a Canada-based global commerce company. It provides the infrastructure businesses use to start, grow, and manage retail operations of any size. Its platform supports commerce across online, in-store, and other channels, aiming to deliver a consistent shopping experience for consumers.
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