HWM monthly performance report
Explore HWM's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
HWM monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Howmet Aerospace (HWM) closed November 2026 at $220.82, up 10.84% for the month and +9.70% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, HWM is +7.71%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −11.08% versus its 200-day moving average ($248.34), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, HWM has outperformed the S&P 500 by +267.28%, with a relative strength index reading of 256.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 64.1% — 25 positive months versus 14 negative months.
Howmet Aerospace ended November 2026 at $220.82, posting a monthly return of +10.84%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +11.02%.
The current quarter stands at −2.37% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −11.08% versus the 200-day moving average ($248.34).
Year-to-date, HWM is +7.71% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −2.92%. The stock is currently −28.71% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −36.47%.
| Period | HWM | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.03% | −0.36% | −0.66% |
| 1 Week | +7.29% | +2.59% | +4.70% |
| 1 Month | +10.84% | −0.18% | +11.02% |
| 3 Months | −23.62% | −2.37% | −21.25% |
| 6 Months | −18.93% | +0.83% | −19.76% |
| YTD | +7.71% | +10.62% | −2.92% |
| 12 Months | +9.70% | +12.25% | −2.55% |
| 3 Years | +338.66% | +71.37% | +267.28% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2024 | +26.82% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +26.17% |
| #3 | Jul 2024 | +23.28% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +22.59% |
| #5 | Nov 2023 | +19.27% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Aug 2026 | −13.22% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −12.22% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | −11.92% |
| #4 | Jun 2024 | −8.29% |
| #5 | Sep 2026 | −7.66% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +5.43% |
| Q4 2025 | +4.48% |
| Q1 2026 | +12.41% |
| Q2 2026 | +16.66% |
| Q3 2026 | −15.87% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −2.37% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +37.33% |
| 2024 | +102.09% |
| 2025 | +87.46% |
| 2026 | +7.71% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $309.73 (2026-08-06) |
| 52-Week Low | $183.52 (2026-10-23) |
| Current Price | $220.82 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $248.34 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −11.08% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −36.47% (2026-10-23) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −28.71% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 256 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +267.28% |
| RS Peak | 342.3 (Jul 2026) |
| RS Trough | 97.8 (Dec 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was HWM's return for this report period?
HWM returned +10.84% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has HWM outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD HWM: +7.71% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is HWM's 12-month return?
+9.70% over the trailing 12 months.
Is HWM above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −11.08% versus 200DMA ($248.34).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−36.47% on 2026-10-23.