CDW monthly performance report
Monthly CDW research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
CDW monthly report
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Key takeaways
- CDW (CDW) closed September 2026 at $153.79, up 1.46% for the month and −7.20% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CDW is +12.91%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.08% YTD.
- The stock is trading +16.53% versus its 200-day moving average ($131.98), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CDW has underperformed the S&P 500 by −97.62%, with a relative strength index reading of 42.7.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 46.2% — 18 positive months versus 21 negative months.
CDW ended September 2026 at $153.79, posting a monthly return of +1.46%. The S&P 500 returned −0.36% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.82%.
The current quarter stands at +9.35% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +16.53% versus the 200-day moving average ($131.98).
Year-to-date, CDW is +12.91% against SPY +12.08%, a gap of +0.84%. The stock is currently −10.35% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −61.49%.
| Period | CDW | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +7.85% | +0.85% | +6.99% |
| 1 Week | +3.44% | −0.11% | +3.56% |
| 1 Month | +1.46% | −0.36% | +1.82% |
| 3 Months | +15.60% | +5.36% | +10.24% |
| 6 Months | +23.71% | +12.68% | +11.03% |
| YTD | +12.91% | +12.08% | +0.84% |
| 12 Months | −7.20% | +16.22% | −23.42% |
| 3 Years | −27.19% | +70.43% | −97.62% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jan 2025 | +14.42% |
| #2 | Apr 2026 | +13.13% |
| #3 | Aug 2023 | +12.87% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +12.33% |
| #5 | Jun 2026 | +12.11% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2024 | −16.82% |
| #2 | Feb 2025 | −10.52% |
| #3 | Mar 2025 | −10.07% |
| #4 | Nov 2025 | −9.51% |
| #5 | May 2026 | −8.37% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +11.44% |
| Q3 2025 | −10.81% |
| Q4 2025 | −14.49% |
| Q1 2026 | −11.15% |
| Q2 2026 | +16.21% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +9.35% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +27.29% |
| 2024 | −23.44% |
| 2025 | −21.74% |
| 2026 | +12.91% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $171.55 (2025-09-11) |
| 52-Week Low | $97.13 (2026-05-12) |
| Current Price | $153.79 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $131.98 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +16.53% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −61.49% (2026-05-12) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −10.35% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 42.7 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −97.62% |
| RS Peak | 104.6 (Mar 2024) |
| RS Trough | 28.6 (May 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CDW's return for this report period?
CDW returned +1.46% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-11.
Has CDW outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CDW: +12.91% vs SPY: +12.08%.
What is CDW's 12-month return?
−7.20% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CDW above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +16.53% versus 200DMA ($131.98).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−61.49% on 2026-05-12.