CNP monthly performance report
Monthly CNP research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
CNP monthly report
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Key takeaways
- CenterPoint Energy (CNP) closed September 2026 at $39.67, up 0.18% for the month and +5.90% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CNP is +3.47%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.94% YTD.
- The stock is trading −4.23% versus its 200-day moving average ($41.42), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CNP has underperformed the S&P 500 by −27.23%, with a relative strength index reading of 84.7.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
CenterPoint Energy ended September 2026 at $39.67, posting a monthly return of +0.18%. The S&P 500 returned +0.41% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −0.23%.
The current quarter stands at −11.06% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −4.23% versus the 200-day moving average ($41.42).
Year-to-date, CNP is +3.47% against SPY +12.94%, a gap of −9.48%. The stock is currently −12.35% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −18.14%.
| Period | CNP | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.51% | +0.66% | −0.15% |
| 1 Week | +1.90% | −0.12% | +2.02% |
| 1 Month | +0.18% | +0.41% | −0.23% |
| 3 Months | −6.04% | +2.11% | −8.15% |
| 6 Months | −8.15% | +13.21% | −21.36% |
| YTD | +3.47% | +12.94% | −9.48% |
| 12 Months | +5.90% | +18.65% | −12.75% |
| 3 Years | +43.47% | +70.70% | −27.23% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2024 | +10.46% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +9.05% |
| #3 | Sep 2024 | +7.84% |
| #4 | Feb 2025 | +6.90% |
| #5 | Apr 2025 | +6.77% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2024 | −10.91% |
| #2 | Aug 2026 | −6.32% |
| #3 | Aug 2023 | −6.16% |
| #4 | Jul 2026 | −4.78% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −4.24% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +1.80% |
| Q3 2025 | +6.03% |
| Q4 2025 | −0.93% |
| Q1 2026 | +13.31% |
| Q2 2026 | +3.49% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −11.06% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −1.80% |
| 2024 | +11.15% |
| 2025 | +22.72% |
| 2026 | +4.29% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $45.26 (2026-07-28) |
| 52-Week Low | $36.60 (2025-09-04) |
| Current Price | $39.67 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $41.42 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −4.23% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −18.14% (2024-08-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −12.35% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 84.7 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −27.23% |
| RS Peak | 117.7 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 75.9 (Aug 2024) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CNP's return for this report period?
CNP returned +0.18% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-04.
Has CNP outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CNP: +3.47% vs SPY: +12.94%.
What is CNP's 12-month return?
+5.90% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CNP above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −4.23% versus 200DMA ($41.42).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−18.14% on 2024-08-07.