DDOG monthly performance report
Monthly DDOG research: returns, drawdown, relative strength, seasonality, and key stats.
DDOG monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Datadog (DDOG) closed August 2026 at $283.17, up 5.67% for the month and +113.01% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, DDOG is +108.23%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +12.89% YTD.
- The stock is trading +69.22% versus its 200-day moving average ($167.34), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, DDOG has outperformed the S&P 500 by +91.05%, with a relative strength index reading of 156.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Datadog ended August 2026 at $283.17, posting a monthly return of +5.67%. The S&P 500 returned +3.05% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +2.63%.
The current quarter stands at +3.94% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +69.22% versus the 200-day moving average ($167.34).
Year-to-date, DDOG is +108.23% against SPY +12.89%, a gap of +95.34%. The stock is currently −3.26% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −48.62%.
| Period | DDOG | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.73% | −0.20% | −1.53% |
| 1 Week | +12.87% | +3.90% | +8.97% |
| 1 Month | +5.67% | +3.05% | +2.63% |
| 3 Months | +114.21% | +7.11% | +107.10% |
| 6 Months | +119.43% | +10.70% | +108.73% |
| YTD | +108.23% | +12.89% | +95.34% |
| 12 Months | +113.01% | +22.58% | +90.42% |
| 3 Years | +163.34% | +72.29% | +91.05% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +78.59% |
| #2 | Nov 2023 | +42.12% |
| #3 | Nov 2024 | +22.76% |
| #4 | Jul 2023 | +18.98% |
| #5 | Jun 2024 | +16.84% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2025 | −17.22% |
| #2 | Aug 2023 | −16.10% |
| #3 | Mar 2025 | −15.18% |
| #4 | Dec 2025 | −14.52% |
| #5 | Feb 2026 | −13.67% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +28.91% |
| Q3 2025 | +10.25% |
| Q4 2025 | −5.31% |
| Q1 2026 | −12.04% |
| Q2 2026 | +102.55% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +3.94% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +61.10% |
| 2024 | +18.11% |
| 2025 | −7.01% |
| 2026 | +85.19% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $292.72 (2026-08-05) |
| 52-Week Low | $98.01 (2026-02-24) |
| Current Price | $283.17 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $167.34 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +69.22% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −48.62% (2026-02-23) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −3.26% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 156 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +91.05% |
| RS Peak | 158.4 (Aug 2026) |
| RS Trough | 63.8 (Feb 2026) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was DDOG's return for this report period?
DDOG returned +5.67% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-08-05.
Has DDOG outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD DDOG: +108.23% vs SPY: +12.89%.
What is DDOG's 12-month return?
+113.01% over the trailing 12 months.
Is DDOG above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +69.22% versus 200DMA ($167.34).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−48.62% on 2026-02-23.