The following stocks were widely recommended or emerged as the year's top performers based on annual returns:
In 2017, the S&P 500 rose roughly 20%, fueled by strong corporate earnings and growth in technology and healthcare sectors. Analysts from firms like Barron's and InvestorPlace recommended a mix of growth-oriented tech and stable defensive plays at the year's start. Top 10 Stock Picks and Performance in 2017 top ten stocks to buy 2017