CF monthly performance report
Explore CF's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
CF monthly report
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Key takeaways
- CF Industries (CF) closed November 2026 at $125.09, up 1.45% for the month and +48.33% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CF is +61.74%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +6.27% versus its 200-day moving average ($117.71), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CF has underperformed the S&P 500 by −14.72%, with a relative strength index reading of 91.4.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
CF Industries ended November 2026 at $125.09, posting a monthly return of +1.45%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.63%.
The current quarter stands at +8.59% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +6.27% versus the 200-day moving average ($117.71).
Year-to-date, CF is +61.74% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +51.12%. The stock is currently −11.88% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −29.59%.
| Period | CF | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.14% | −0.36% | +0.50% |
| 1 Week | +4.77% | +2.59% | +2.18% |
| 1 Month | +1.45% | −0.18% | +1.63% |
| 3 Months | +6.21% | −2.37% | +8.57% |
| 6 Months | +1.72% | +0.83% | +0.90% |
| YTD | +61.74% | +10.62% | +51.12% |
| 12 Months | +48.33% | +12.25% | +36.08% |
| 3 Years | +56.66% | +71.37% | −14.72% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | +30.44% |
| #2 | Jan 2026 | +20.55% |
| #3 | May 2025 | +15.75% |
| #4 | Jul 2026 | +15.64% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | +11.25% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2025 | −12.14% |
| #2 | Sep 2026 | −11.41% |
| #3 | May 2026 | −9.54% |
| #4 | Oct 2025 | −7.15% |
| #5 | Jun 2024 | −7.04% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −2.50% |
| Q4 2025 | −13.78% |
| Q1 2026 | +67.88% |
| Q2 2026 | −16.62% |
| Q3 2026 | +6.41% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +8.59% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −6.69% |
| 2024 | +7.32% |
| 2025 | −9.35% |
| 2026 | +61.74% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $141.96 (2026-03-30) |
| 52-Week Low | $75.42 (2025-12-10) |
| Current Price | $125.09 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $117.71 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +6.27% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −29.59% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −11.88% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 91.4 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −14.72% |
| RS Peak | 120 (Mar 2026) |
| RS Trough | 61 (Dec 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CF's return for this report period?
CF returned +1.45% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has CF outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CF: +61.74% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is CF's 12-month return?
+48.33% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CF above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +6.27% versus 200DMA ($117.71).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−29.59% on 2025-04-08.