These ASX Sectors Are Set to Boom in 2026: Buy Now
What if the sectors most investors have ignored this year are actually the ones poised to deliver the biggest gains in 2026? According to Wealth Within’s experts, the next market winners may not be the flashy favourites, but the undervalued sectors gearing up for a powerful comeback.
In this week’s analysis, Wealth Within’s Dale Gillham, Janine Cox, and Filip Tortveski delve into three forgotten corners of the Australian market showing signs of a major turnaround: energy, healthcare, and consumer staples.
Energy on the Verge of a Rebound
After years of policy pressure, the energy sector is emerging as one of the most
promising areas for growth heading into 2026. Janine Cox believes the long period
of underperformance is setting the stage for a strong rebound.
“These stocks have been sold off and oversold, and now the pendulum is swinging back,” Janine explains.
From a technical perspective, the sector has climbed more than 30% off its April 2025 low and could have another 40% upside before testing major resistance.
However, as Filip Tortveski notes, investors must be strategic,
“Energy has been a trading market, not a buy-and-hold one. Without confirmation of a sustained uptrend, your best results will come from learning to time the cycles and knowing when to enter and exit.”
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Stock Spotlight: Whitehaven Coal (ASX: WHC)
Whitehaven Coal remains one of the standouts within the traditional energy space. Despite growing environmental pressures, the chart suggests clear signs of accumulation and market strength. Strong institutional buying activity and rising volume hint that buyers are regaining control after years of losses.
Filip remarks, “Whitehaven is showing textbook price behaviour. As long as it holds above its September low, this stock offers excellent medium-term potential.”
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Healthcare: Preparing for a Breakout in 2026
Healthcare has been another laggard, with leaders like CSL and Cochlear struggling since 2020. But this year’s slowdown could pave the way for a reversal.
The sector’s fundamentals remain strong, supported by demographic tailwinds such as an aging population and technological innovation in health-tech and AI.
“It’s about being selective,” Janine says. “Not all healthcare stocks will rise equally, but those with strong product pipelines and solid balance sheets are positioned well for 2026.”
Ansel (ASX: ANN) – Defensive Strength with Growth Appeal
Ansel, which manufactures industrial and medical protective equipment, is showing early signs of another bullish phase. The stock has bounced off strong support near $20 and is tracking toward its all-time high with around 30% upside potential.
Ansel’s resurgence demonstrates how healthcare can offer both defensive stability and tradeable growth, particularly in companies benefiting from increased global hygiene awareness post-COVID.
Consumer Staples: Quiet Performers with Long-Term Resilience
While investors have been focused on mining and tech, consumer staples are forming a base for a potential rally. With interest rates expected to ease and inflation stabilising, 2026 could be the year that traditionally “boring” sectors make a comeback.
Janine points out that the sector has tested key support levels multiple times since 2023 and could soon break higher,
“Once the sector confirms a reversal, it could enter a strong upward phase, especially with improving conditions for cost management and supply pricing.”
Stock Standouts in Staples and Agribusiness
Ridley Corporation (ASX: RIC)
An overlooked player in Australia’s agribusiness industry, Ridley Corporation provides animal nutrition products and has quietly delivered steady growth. Its chart structure shows higher highs and higher lows—a sign of an established uptrend.
Filip advises caution, though: “Recognise when you’re in a trend and plan your exit early. Protecting profits through sound risk management is just as important as finding the right entry.”
Australian Agricultural Company (ASX: AAC)
AAC, one of the nation’s oldest cattle producers, is forming a strong cyclical base and appears set for another major upswing. With global demand for premium beef continuing to rise, analysts suggest this could be one of the more exciting consumer staples comeback stories in 2026.
“This stock demonstrates the power of understanding cycles,” Janine notes. “Once it clears $2 resistance, it could start a new bullish leg.”
Key Takeaway: 2026 Belongs to the Forgotten Sectors
While technology, mining, and finance have dominated headlines, the real opportunities for 2026 may lie in energy, healthcare, and consumer staples, areas currently ignored by most investors.
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Final Thoughts: Tech Still Has a Role
Although “old economy” sectors may dominate 2026, technology companies like Amazon and Australia’s rising tech stars are still key market drivers. Advances in AI, automation, and robotics continue to create ripple effects across multiple sectors, including healthcare and logistics.
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