CSCO monthly performance report
Monthly CSCO research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
CSCO monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Cisco (CSCO) closed September 2026 at $112.13, up 1.48% for the month and +65.65% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, CSCO is +45.57%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.08% YTD.
- The stock is trading +18.48% versus its 200-day moving average ($94.64), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, CSCO has outperformed the S&P 500 by +26.84%, with a relative strength index reading of 115.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Cisco ended September 2026 at $112.13, posting a monthly return of +1.48%. The S&P 500 returned −0.36% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.84%.
The current quarter stands at −4.54% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +18.48% versus the 200-day moving average ($94.64).
Year-to-date, CSCO is +45.57% against SPY +12.08%, a gap of +33.49%. The stock is currently −13.99% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −21.29%.
| Period | CSCO | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +4.37% | +0.85% | +3.51% |
| 1 Week | +2.44% | −0.11% | +2.55% |
| 1 Month | +1.48% | −0.36% | +1.84% |
| 3 Months | −6.84% | +5.36% | −12.19% |
| 6 Months | +42.59% | +12.68% | +29.90% |
| YTD | +45.57% | +12.08% | +33.49% |
| 12 Months | +65.65% | +16.22% | +49.43% |
| 3 Years | +97.27% | +70.43% | +26.84% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +31.61% |
| #2 | Apr 2026 | +17.93% |
| #3 | Aug 2023 | +10.20% |
| #4 | Jun 2025 | +10.06% |
| #5 | May 2025 | +9.20% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | −7.19% |
| #2 | Apr 2025 | −6.45% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −6.26% |
| #4 | Apr 2024 | −5.87% |
| #5 | Aug 2026 | −4.74% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +12.43% |
| Q3 2025 | −1.38% |
| Q4 2025 | +12.58% |
| Q1 2026 | +0.73% |
| Q2 2026 | +51.39% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −4.54% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +6.05% |
| 2024 | +17.18% |
| 2025 | +30.12% |
| 2026 | +45.57% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $130.37 (2026-06-04) |
| 52-Week Low | $66.13 (2025-09-12) |
| Current Price | $112.13 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $94.64 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +18.48% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −21.29% (2024-08-05) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −13.99% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 115.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +26.84% |
| RS Peak | 135.5 (Jun 2026) |
| RS Trough | 65 (Jul 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was CSCO's return for this report period?
CSCO returned +1.48% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-11.
Has CSCO outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD CSCO: +45.57% vs SPY: +12.08%.
What is CSCO's 12-month return?
+65.65% over the trailing 12 months.
Is CSCO above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +18.48% versus 200DMA ($94.64).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−21.29% on 2024-08-05.