GEN monthly performance report
Explore GEN's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
GEN monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Gen Digital (GEN) closed November 2026 at $30.40, up 4.36% for the month and +13.77% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, GEN is +11.81%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +23.77% versus its 200-day moving average ($24.56), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, GEN has underperformed the S&P 500 by −10.53%, with a relative strength index reading of 93.9.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 61.5% — 24 positive months versus 15 negative months.
Gen Digital ended November 2026 at $30.40, posting a monthly return of +4.36%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +4.54%.
The current quarter stands at +38.06% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +23.77% versus the 200-day moving average ($24.56).
Year-to-date, GEN is +11.81% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +1.18%. The stock is currently −3.94% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −44.37%.
| Period | GEN | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +2.39% | −0.36% | +2.75% |
| 1 Week | +2.05% | +2.59% | −0.55% |
| 1 Month | +4.36% | −0.18% | +4.54% |
| 3 Months | +10.91% | −2.37% | +13.28% |
| 6 Months | +31.15% | +0.83% | +30.32% |
| YTD | +11.81% | +10.62% | +1.18% |
| 12 Months | +13.77% | +12.25% | +1.52% |
| 3 Years | +60.85% | +71.37% | −10.53% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +33.70% |
| #2 | Nov 2023 | +32.53% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +32.29% |
| #4 | May 2024 | +23.29% |
| #5 | Aug 2026 | +12.93% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2026 | −28.97% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −16.57% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −12.69% |
| #4 | Jan 2026 | −11.77% |
| #5 | Dec 2024 | −11.25% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −3.44% |
| Q4 2025 | −4.23% |
| Q1 2026 | −30.75% |
| Q2 2026 | +32.18% |
| Q3 2026 | −11.53% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +38.06% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +6.49% |
| 2024 | +19.98% |
| 2025 | −0.69% |
| 2026 | +11.81% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $31.65 (2026-09-03) |
| 52-Week Low | $17.78 (2026-04-13) |
| Current Price | $30.40 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $24.56 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +23.77% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −44.37% (2026-04-10) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −3.94% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 93.9 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −10.53% |
| RS Peak | 121.5 (Dec 2024) |
| RS Trough | 61.3 (Apr 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was GEN's return for this report period?
GEN returned +4.36% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has GEN outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD GEN: +11.81% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is GEN's 12-month return?
+13.77% over the trailing 12 months.
Is GEN above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +23.77% versus 200DMA ($24.56).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−44.37% on 2026-04-10.