GLD monthly performance report
Explore GLD's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
GLD monthly report
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Key takeaways
- GLD (GLD) closed September 2026 at $398.36, down 2.46% for the month and +18.22% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, GLD is +0.52%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.83% YTD.
- The stock is trading −4.20% versus its 200-day moving average ($415.81), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, GLD has outperformed the S&P 500 by +51.37%, with a relative strength index reading of 129.2.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 66.7% — 26 positive months versus 13 negative months.
GLD ended September 2026 at $398.36, posting a monthly return of −2.46%. The S&P 500 returned −0.58% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −1.88%.
The current quarter stands at +8.14% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −4.20% versus the 200-day moving average ($415.81).
Year-to-date, GLD is +0.52% against SPY +11.83%, a gap of −11.31%. The stock is currently −21.84% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −26.40%.
| Period | GLD | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.69% | +1.13% | +0.56% |
| 1 Week | +0.50% | +0.63% | −0.12% |
| 1 Month | −2.46% | −0.58% | −1.88% |
| 3 Months | +0.18% | +1.64% | −1.45% |
| 6 Months | −13.56% | +15.15% | −28.70% |
| YTD | +0.52% | +11.83% | −11.31% |
| 12 Months | +18.22% | +15.69% | +2.53% |
| 3 Years | +123.37% | +72.00% | +51.37% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jan 2026 | +12.27% |
| #2 | Sep 2025 | +11.76% |
| #3 | Aug 2026 | +9.93% |
| #4 | Mar 2025 | +9.45% |
| #5 | Feb 2026 | +8.72% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | −11.68% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −11.05% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −4.76% |
| #4 | Nov 2024 | −3.12% |
| #5 | Sep 2026 | −2.46% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +5.79% |
| Q3 2025 | +16.61% |
| Q4 2025 | +11.49% |
| Q1 2026 | +8.57% |
| Q2 2026 | −14.39% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +8.14% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +12.69% |
| 2024 | +26.66% |
| 2025 | +63.68% |
| 2026 | +0.52% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $509.70 (2026-01-29) |
| 52-Week Low | $333.81 (2025-09-18) |
| Current Price | $398.36 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $415.81 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −4.20% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −26.40% (2026-07-16) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −21.84% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 129.2 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +51.37% |
| RS Peak | 176.7 (Jan 2026) |
| RS Trough | 91.4 (Feb 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was GLD's return for this report period?
GLD returned −2.46% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-17.
Has GLD outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD GLD: +0.52% vs SPY: +11.83%.
What is GLD's 12-month return?
+18.22% over the trailing 12 months.
Is GLD above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −4.20% versus 200DMA ($415.81).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−26.40% on 2026-07-16.