C monthly performance report
Monthly C research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
C monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Citigroup (C) closed September 2026 at $137.72, up 4.63% for the month and +41.86% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, C is +18.02%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.94% YTD.
- The stock is trading +12.39% versus its 200-day moving average ($122.53), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, C has outperformed the S&P 500 by +160.44%, with a relative strength index reading of 194.2.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 64.1% — 25 positive months versus 14 negative months.
Citigroup ended September 2026 at $137.72, posting a monthly return of +4.63%. The S&P 500 returned +0.41% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +4.23%.
The current quarter stands at −1.40% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +12.39% versus the 200-day moving average ($122.53).
Year-to-date, C is +18.02% against SPY +12.94%, a gap of +5.08%. The stock is currently −6.92% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −31.31%.
| Period | C | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +2.52% | +0.66% | +1.86% |
| 1 Week | +3.11% | −0.12% | +3.23% |
| 1 Month | +4.63% | +0.41% | +4.23% |
| 3 Months | +4.92% | +2.11% | +2.81% |
| 6 Months | +23.57% | +13.21% | +10.36% |
| YTD | +18.02% | +12.94% | +5.08% |
| 12 Months | +41.86% | +18.65% | +23.21% |
| 3 Years | +231.14% | +70.70% | +160.44% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | +16.59% |
| #2 | Jan 2025 | +14.79% |
| #3 | Mar 2024 | +13.99% |
| #4 | Jun 2025 | +13.25% |
| #5 | Dec 2025 | +13.18% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Aug 2023 | −12.76% |
| #2 | Mar 2025 | −11.26% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | −5.55% |
| #4 | Feb 2026 | −4.15% |
| #5 | Aug 2024 | −3.75% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +21.50% |
| Q3 2025 | +23.80% |
| Q4 2025 | +16.75% |
| Q1 2026 | +0.99% |
| Q2 2026 | +22.36% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −1.40% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +11.36% |
| 2024 | +35.39% |
| 2025 | +82.19% |
| 2026 | +21.84% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $147.96 (2026-06-18) |
| 52-Week Low | $92.96 (2025-09-02) |
| Current Price | $137.72 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $122.53 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +12.39% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −31.31% (2025-04-04) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −6.92% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 194.2 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +160.44% |
| RS Peak | 214.6 (Jun 2026) |
| RS Trough | 98.3 (Sep 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was C's return for this report period?
C returned +4.63% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-04.
Has C outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD C: +18.02% vs SPY: +12.94%.
What is C's 12-month return?
+41.86% over the trailing 12 months.
Is C above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +12.39% versus 200DMA ($122.53).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−31.31% on 2025-04-04.