5 Energy ETFs That Have Soared in 2026
With three quarters of the current year in the books, the U.S. stock market is on track for a fourth consecutive year of double-digit gains, with massive AI infrastructure spending coupled with exceptionally strong corporate earnings growth giving the market a major boost. The S&P 500 has returned 11.8% year-to-date, with only Utilities (-7.7%), Consumer Discretionary (-6.3%), and Financial…
In 2026, Energy ETFs have outperformed other sectors, with the Energy Sector delivering a remarkable 37.4% year-to-date return. The top performers include Breakwave Tanker Shipping ETF BWET, which has surged 4,050% due to high tanker rates and backwardation in futures contracts. United States Gasoline Fund LP ETF UGA has also performed impressively, gaining 147.9% as global fuel markets remain tight and the Iran war disrupts supplies.
United States Brent Oil Fund LP ETF BNO has returned 121.3% by directly investing in Brent crude futures, benefiting from the disruption in Gulf exports caused by the Iran conflict.
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