AMZN monthly performance report
Monthly AMZN research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
AMZN monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Amazon (AMZN) closed September 2026 at $258.51, down 0.49% for the month and +9.69% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, AMZN is +12.00%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.94% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.25% versus its 200-day moving average ($238.80), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, AMZN has outperformed the S&P 500 by +16.46%, with a relative strength index reading of 109.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 64.1% — 25 positive months versus 14 negative months.
Amazon ended September 2026 at $258.51, posting a monthly return of −0.49%. The S&P 500 returned +0.41% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −0.89%.
The current quarter stands at +7.16% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.25% versus the 200-day moving average ($238.80).
Year-to-date, AMZN is +12.00% against SPY +12.94%, a gap of −0.95%. The stock is currently −9.99% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −30.88%.
| Period | AMZN | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.38% | +0.66% | +0.73% |
| 1 Week | +0.88% | −0.12% | +1.00% |
| 1 Month | −0.49% | +0.41% | −0.89% |
| 3 Months | +3.40% | +2.11% | +1.28% |
| 6 Months | +23.85% | +13.21% | +10.64% |
| YTD | +12.00% | +12.94% | −0.95% |
| 12 Months | +9.69% | +18.65% | −8.96% |
| 3 Years | +87.16% | +70.70% | +16.46% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2026 | +25.96% |
| #2 | Feb 2024 | +13.40% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | +13.17% |
| #4 | Oct 2025 | +12.36% |
| #5 | Nov 2023 | +9.05% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | −11.88% |
| #2 | Mar 2025 | −10.82% |
| #3 | Jun 2026 | −10.50% |
| #4 | Feb 2025 | −9.31% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −8.85% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +13.00% |
| Q3 2025 | +10.46% |
| Q4 2025 | +1.56% |
| Q1 2026 | −7.19% |
| Q2 2026 | +14.95% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +7.16% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +78.32% |
| 2024 | +27.55% |
| 2025 | +9.75% |
| 2026 | +14.33% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $287.20 (2026-08-03) |
| 52-Week Low | $196.00 (2026-02-17) |
| Current Price | $258.51 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $238.80 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.25% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −30.88% (2025-04-21) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −9.99% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 109.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +16.46% |
| RS Peak | 131.6 (Feb 2025) |
| RS Trough | 94.9 (Oct 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was AMZN's return for this report period?
AMZN returned −0.49% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-04.
Has AMZN outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD AMZN: +12.00% vs SPY: +12.94%.
What is AMZN's 12-month return?
+9.69% over the trailing 12 months.
Is AMZN above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.25% versus 200DMA ($238.80).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−30.88% on 2025-04-21.