AXP monthly performance report
Explore AXP's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
AXP monthly report
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Key takeaways
- American Express (AXP) closed November 2026 at $320.60, up 0.47% for the month and −12.10% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, AXP is −13.34%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −1.20% versus its 200-day moving average ($324.51), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, AXP has outperformed the S&P 500 by +36.35%, with a relative strength index reading of 121.2.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
American Express ended November 2026 at $320.60, posting a monthly return of +0.47%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +0.65%.
The current quarter stands at +5.43% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −1.20% versus the 200-day moving average ($324.51).
Year-to-date, AXP is −13.34% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −23.96%. The stock is currently −17.26% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −28.99%.
| Period | AXP | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.80% | −0.36% | +1.16% |
| 1 Week | −0.12% | +2.59% | −2.72% |
| 1 Month | +0.47% | −0.18% | +0.65% |
| 3 Months | −4.64% | −2.37% | −2.27% |
| 6 Months | +2.50% | +0.83% | +1.67% |
| YTD | −13.34% | +10.62% | −23.96% |
| 12 Months | −12.10% | +12.25% | −24.35% |
| 3 Years | +107.72% | +71.37% | +36.35% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | +16.94% |
| #2 | Nov 2024 | +12.81% |
| #3 | Aug 2025 | +10.68% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +10.37% |
| #5 | Dec 2023 | +9.70% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | −12.29% |
| #2 | Mar 2025 | −10.60% |
| #3 | Sep 2026 | −7.90% |
| #4 | Jul 2025 | −6.17% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −5.57% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +4.13% |
| Q4 2025 | +11.38% |
| Q1 2026 | −18.24% |
| Q2 2026 | +11.83% |
| Q3 2026 | −10.10% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +5.43% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +26.80% |
| 2024 | +58.42% |
| 2025 | +24.65% |
| 2026 | −13.34% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $387.49 (2025-12-12) |
| 52-Week Low | $290.97 (2026-03-20) |
| Current Price | $320.60 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $324.51 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −1.20% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −28.99% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −17.26% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 121.2 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +36.35% |
| RS Peak | 160.3 (Dec 2025) |
| RS Trough | 99.7 (Nov 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was AXP's return for this report period?
AXP returned +0.47% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has AXP outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD AXP: −13.34% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is AXP's 12-month return?
−12.10% over the trailing 12 months.
Is AXP above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −1.20% versus 200DMA ($324.51).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−28.99% on 2025-04-08.