CINF monthly performance report
Monthly CINF research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
CINF monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Cincinnati Financial (CINF) closed September 2026 at $171.10, up 0.71% for the month and +9.97% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CINF is +4.76%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.94% YTD.
- The stock is trading +2.34% versus its 200-day moving average ($167.19), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CINF has underperformed the S&P 500 by −10.01%, with a relative strength index reading of 95.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Cincinnati Financial ended September 2026 at $171.10, posting a monthly return of +0.71%. The S&P 500 returned +0.41% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +0.30%.
The current quarter stands at −8.90% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +2.34% versus the 200-day moving average ($167.19).
Year-to-date, CINF is +4.76% against SPY +12.94%, a gap of −8.18%. The stock is currently −12.17% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −20.95%.
| Period | CINF | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.34% | +0.66% | −1.00% |
| 1 Week | −0.74% | −0.12% | −0.62% |
| 1 Month | +0.71% | +0.41% | +0.30% |
| 3 Months | +9.10% | +2.11% | +6.98% |
| 6 Months | +4.34% | +13.21% | −8.87% |
| YTD | +4.76% | +12.94% | −8.18% |
| 12 Months | +9.97% | +18.65% | −8.68% |
| 3 Years | +60.69% | +70.70% | −10.01% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | +18.41% |
| #2 | Nov 2024 | +13.45% |
| #3 | Jul 2023 | +11.39% |
| #4 | Jul 2024 | +9.77% |
| #5 | May 2025 | +9.35% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −10.14% |
| #2 | Apr 2024 | −6.67% |
| #3 | Apr 2025 | −5.77% |
| #4 | Jan 2025 | −4.76% |
| #5 | Aug 2026 | −4.72% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +1.92% |
| Q3 2025 | +7.29% |
| Q4 2025 | +4.65% |
| Q1 2026 | −4.25% |
| Q2 2026 | +17.96% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −8.90% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +2.29% |
| 2024 | +38.53% |
| 2025 | +17.16% |
| 2026 | +2.89% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $194.81 (2026-07-07) |
| 52-Week Low | $150.00 (2025-10-29) |
| Current Price | $171.10 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $167.19 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +2.34% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −20.95% (2025-04-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −12.17% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 95 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −10.01% |
| RS Peak | 115.3 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 88.4 (Jun 2024) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CINF's return for this report period?
CINF returned +0.71% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-04.
Has CINF outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CINF: +4.76% vs SPY: +12.94%.
What is CINF's 12-month return?
+9.97% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CINF above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +2.34% versus 200DMA ($167.19).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−20.95% on 2025-04-07.