ECL monthly performance report
Explore ECL's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
ECL monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Ecolab (ECL) closed November 2026 at $309.27, up 2.08% for the month and +18.05% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, ECL is +17.81%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +11.49% versus its 200-day moving average ($277.40), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, ECL has outperformed the S&P 500 by +1.40%, with a relative strength index reading of 100.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Ecolab ended November 2026 at $309.27, posting a monthly return of +2.08%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +2.25%.
The current quarter stands at +12.63% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +11.49% versus the 200-day moving average ($277.40).
Year-to-date, ECL is +17.81% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +7.18%. The stock is currently −3.03% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −20.31%.
| Period | ECL | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.60% | −0.36% | +1.96% |
| 1 Week | +2.86% | +2.59% | +0.26% |
| 1 Month | +2.08% | −0.18% | +2.25% |
| 3 Months | +12.12% | −2.37% | +14.49% |
| 6 Months | +23.90% | +0.83% | +23.07% |
| YTD | +17.81% | +10.62% | +7.18% |
| 12 Months | +18.05% | +12.25% | +5.80% |
| 3 Years | +72.78% | +71.37% | +1.40% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | +14.30% |
| #2 | Feb 2024 | +13.43% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +10.34% |
| #4 | Aug 2024 | +9.75% |
| #5 | Feb 2026 | +9.35% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | −13.73% |
| #2 | Sep 2023 | −7.84% |
| #3 | Oct 2025 | −6.38% |
| #4 | Dec 2024 | −5.81% |
| #5 | Mar 2025 | −5.76% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +1.64% |
| Q4 2025 | −4.14% |
| Q1 2026 | +1.33% |
| Q2 2026 | +4.73% |
| Q3 2026 | −1.45% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +12.63% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +36.27% |
| 2024 | +18.13% |
| 2025 | +12.03% |
| 2026 | +17.81% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $318.93 (2026-11-05) |
| 52-Week Low | $243.15 (2026-05-19) |
| Current Price | $309.27 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $277.40 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +11.49% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −20.31% (2026-05-19) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −3.03% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 100.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +1.40% |
| RS Peak | 116.5 (Mar 2025) |
| RS Trough | 81.2 (Jun 2026) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was ECL's return for this report period?
ECL returned +2.08% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has ECL outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD ECL: +17.81% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is ECL's 12-month return?
+18.05% over the trailing 12 months.
Is ECL above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +11.49% versus 200DMA ($277.40).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−20.31% on 2026-05-19.