ADM monthly performance report
Check ADM's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
ADM monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) closed September 2026 at $85.18, up 4.79% for the month and +40.03% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, ADM is +48.16%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +16.83% versus its 200-day moving average ($72.91), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, ADM has underperformed the S&P 500 by −64.13%, with a relative strength index reading of 62.6.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Archer Daniels Midland ended September 2026 at $85.18, posting a monthly return of +4.79%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +5.48%.
The current quarter stands at +11.49% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +16.83% versus the 200-day moving average ($72.91).
Year-to-date, ADM is +48.16% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +36.47%. The stock is currently −4.02% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −47.35%.
| Period | ADM | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −3.30% | −0.12% | −3.18% |
| 1 Week | −1.78% | −0.34% | −1.44% |
| 1 Month | +4.79% | −0.70% | +5.48% |
| 3 Months | +9.18% | +2.80% | +6.38% |
| 6 Months | +18.34% | +13.85% | +4.49% |
| YTD | +48.16% | +11.70% | +36.47% |
| 12 Months | +40.03% | +15.01% | +25.02% |
| 3 Years | +7.56% | +71.69% | −64.13% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2024 | +18.26% |
| #2 | Jan 2026 | +17.08% |
| #3 | Aug 2025 | +15.61% |
| #4 | Jul 2023 | +12.44% |
| #5 | Jun 2025 | +9.34% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jan 2024 | −23.04% |
| #2 | Feb 2025 | −7.87% |
| #3 | Oct 2024 | −7.58% |
| #4 | Dec 2024 | −7.47% |
| #5 | Aug 2023 | −6.66% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +9.94% |
| Q3 2025 | +13.19% |
| Q4 2025 | −3.77% |
| Q1 2026 | +26.44% |
| Q2 2026 | +5.10% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +11.49% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −22.22% |
| 2024 | −30.05% |
| 2025 | +13.80% |
| 2026 | +48.16% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $88.75 (2026-09-10) |
| 52-Week Low | $55.58 (2025-11-10) |
| Current Price | $85.18 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $72.91 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +16.83% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −47.35% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −4.02% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 62.6 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −64.13% |
| RS Peak | 102.4 (Sep 2023) |
| RS Trough | 42 (Feb 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was ADM's return for this report period?
ADM returned +4.79% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has ADM outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD ADM: +48.16% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is ADM's 12-month return?
+40.03% over the trailing 12 months.
Is ADM above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +16.83% versus 200DMA ($72.91).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−47.35% on 2025-04-08.