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 November 2026 at $355.45, down 0.09% for the month and −7.16% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, GLD is −10.31%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −13.06% versus its 200-day moving average ($408.83), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, GLD has outperformed the S&P 500 by +25.54%, with a relative strength index reading of 114.9.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 64.1% — 25 positive months versus 14 negative months.
GLD ended November 2026 at $355.45, posting a monthly return of −0.09%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +0.09%.
The current quarter stands at −6.67% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −13.06% versus the 200-day moving average ($408.83).
Year-to-date, GLD is −10.31% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −20.93%. The stock is currently −30.26% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −28.44%.
| Period | GLD | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.16% | −0.36% | +0.52% |
| 1 Week | −4.58% | +2.59% | −7.18% |
| 1 Month | −0.09% | −0.18% | +0.09% |
| 3 Months | −12.34% | −2.37% | −9.97% |
| 6 Months | −16.80% | +0.83% | −17.63% |
| YTD | −10.31% | +10.62% | −20.93% |
| 12 Months | −7.16% | +12.25% | −19.41% |
| 3 Years | +96.91% | +71.37% | +25.54% |
| 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 2026 | −6.75% |
| #4 | Oct 2026 | −6.58% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −4.76% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +16.61% |
| Q4 2025 | +11.49% |
| Q1 2026 | +8.57% |
| Q2 2026 | −14.39% |
| Q3 2026 | +3.38% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −6.67% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +12.69% |
| 2024 | +26.66% |
| 2025 | +63.68% |
| 2026 | −10.31% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $509.70 (2026-01-29) |
| 52-Week Low | $352.92 (2026-11-12) |
| Current Price | $355.45 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $408.83 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −13.06% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −28.44% (2026-11-12) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −30.26% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 114.9 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +25.54% |
| RS Peak | 174.2 (Jan 2026) |
| RS Trough | 90.1 (Feb 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was GLD's return for this report period?
GLD returned −0.09% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has GLD outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD GLD: −10.31% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is GLD's 12-month return?
−7.16% over the trailing 12 months.
Is GLD above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −13.06% versus 200DMA ($408.83).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−28.44% on 2026-11-12.