FCX monthly performance report
Check FCX's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
FCX monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) closed September 2026 at $69.24, down 8.58% for the month and +52.85% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, FCX is +36.33%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.58% YTD.
- The stock is trading +12.66% versus its 200-day moving average ($61.46), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, FCX has outperformed the S&P 500 by +1.44%, with a relative strength index reading of 101.4.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 48.7% — 19 positive months versus 20 negative months.
Freeport-McMoRan ended September 2026 at $69.24, posting a monthly return of −8.58%. The S&P 500 returned −1.69% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −6.89%.
The current quarter stands at +10.10% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +12.66% versus the 200-day moving average ($61.46).
Year-to-date, FCX is +36.33% against SPY +10.58%, a gap of +25.75%. The stock is currently −13.71% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −46.86%.
| Period | FCX | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.20% | −0.44% | +0.24% |
| 1 Week | −9.17% | −1.10% | −8.07% |
| 1 Month | −8.58% | −1.69% | −6.89% |
| 3 Months | +1.21% | −0.10% | +1.32% |
| 6 Months | +12.51% | +13.21% | −0.70% |
| YTD | +36.33% | +10.58% | +25.75% |
| 12 Months | +52.85% | +14.25% | +38.60% |
| 3 Years | +71.51% | +70.07% | +1.44% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2024 | +24.36% |
| #2 | Aug 2026 | +20.93% |
| #3 | Jan 2026 | +18.59% |
| #4 | Dec 2025 | +18.17% |
| #5 | Dec 2023 | +14.07% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −13.85% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −13.66% |
| #3 | Sep 2025 | −11.67% |
| #4 | Aug 2023 | −10.62% |
| #5 | Oct 2024 | −9.82% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +14.50% |
| Q3 2025 | −9.53% |
| Q4 2025 | +29.50% |
| Q1 2026 | +15.73% |
| Q2 2026 | +6.99% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +10.10% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +12.03% |
| 2024 | −10.55% |
| 2025 | +33.38% |
| 2026 | +36.33% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $80.24 (2026-08-26) |
| 52-Week Low | $35.15 (2025-09-25) |
| Current Price | $69.24 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $61.46 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +12.66% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −46.86% (2025-04-04) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −13.71% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 101.4 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +1.44% |
| RS Peak | 115.2 (Aug 2026) |
| RS Trough | 59.3 (Sep 2025) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was FCX's return for this report period?
FCX returned −8.58% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-16.
Has FCX outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD FCX: +36.33% vs SPY: +10.58%.
What is FCX's 12-month return?
+52.85% over the trailing 12 months.
Is FCX above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +12.66% versus 200DMA ($61.46).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−46.86% on 2025-04-04.