FDS monthly performance report
Explore FDS's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
FDS monthly report
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Key takeaways
- FactSet (FDS) closed September 2026 at $283.83, down 9.48% for the month and −5.78% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, FDS is −2.19%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +13.77% versus its 200-day moving average ($249.49), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, FDS has underperformed the S&P 500 by −105.56%, with a relative strength index reading of 38.5.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 46.2% — 18 positive months versus 21 negative months.
FactSet ended September 2026 at $283.83, posting a monthly return of −9.48%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −8.78%.
The current quarter stands at +23.36% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +13.77% versus the 200-day moving average ($249.49).
Year-to-date, FDS is −2.19% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of −13.89%. The stock is currently −22.20% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −61.66%.
| Period | FDS | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.79% | −0.12% | +1.91% |
| 1 Week | +9.29% | −0.34% | +9.63% |
| 1 Month | −9.48% | −0.70% | −8.78% |
| 3 Months | +19.48% | +2.80% | +16.68% |
| 6 Months | +38.02% | +13.85% | +24.17% |
| YTD | −2.19% | +11.70% | −13.89% |
| 12 Months | −5.78% | +15.01% | −20.79% |
| 3 Years | −33.87% | +71.69% | −105.56% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Aug 2026 | +19.13% |
| #2 | Jul 2026 | +14.39% |
| #3 | Sep 2024 | +8.75% |
| #4 | Jul 2023 | +8.58% |
| #5 | Nov 2024 | +8.06% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2025 | −23.26% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | −14.76% |
| #3 | Jan 2026 | −12.35% |
| #4 | Jul 2025 | −9.92% |
| #5 | Sep 2026 | −9.48% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −1.62% |
| Q3 2025 | −35.95% |
| Q4 2025 | +1.29% |
| Q1 2026 | −25.22% |
| Q2 2026 | +6.03% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +23.36% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +18.90% |
| 2024 | +0.68% |
| 2025 | −39.58% |
| 2026 | −2.19% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $364.83 (2025-09-15) |
| 52-Week Low | $185.00 (2026-02-17) |
| Current Price | $283.83 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $249.49 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +13.77% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −61.66% (2026-02-17) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −22.20% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 38.5 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −105.56% |
| RS Peak | 109.4 (Oct 2023) |
| RS Trough | 27.6 (May 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was FDS's return for this report period?
FDS returned −9.48% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has FDS outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD FDS: −2.19% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is FDS's 12-month return?
−5.78% over the trailing 12 months.
Is FDS above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +13.77% versus 200DMA ($249.49).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−61.66% on 2026-02-17.