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Oppenheimer Predicts S&P 500 at 8,100 by 2026
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Oppenheimer strategists forecast the S&P 500 will reach 8,100 by year-end 2026.
- The prediction is supported by resilient U.S. economic data and strong corporate profits.
- Anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts are seen as a key driver for stock market growth.
Oppenheimer Asset Management strategists are projecting a significant surge in the S&P 500, setting a year-end 2026 target of 8,100, the highest forecast currently on Wall Street. This optimistic view stems from the economy and corporate profits demonstrating greater resilience than anticipated.
The firm cites ongoing strength in U.S. economic data and S&P 500 corporate results that have consistently surpassed expectations. This positive momentum is expected to continue, driving further improvements in corporate earnings and revenues into 2026. They also anticipate supportive monetary policy, with expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.
Oppenheimer maintains an outperform rating on information technology, consumer discretionary, and industrials sectors, while suggesting underperform ratings for healthcare, energy, and real estate. They believe consumer spending, despite mixed sentiment surveys, remains strong based on actual sales data.
