The S&P 500 ( ^GSPC 1.07% ) has delivered an average annual return of around 10.5% since the index was created in its current form in 1957. Investors could potentially generate a substantial amount of money over the long term with such gains.

If you're hoping for much higher returns in the new year, you could be in luck. Here are three S&P 500 stocks that could soar 49% or more in 2026, according to Wall Street.

1. Charter Communications

Charter Communications ( CHTR 2.58% ) provides broadband, cable TV, mobile, and voice services to millions of customers in 41 U.S. states. Its Spectrum Networks also owns more than 30 local TV news and digital networks in 14 states, as well as a streaming news channel and two regional sports networks.

After beginning 2025 with strong mom

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