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 September 2026 at $229.67, down 6.24% for the month and +19.72% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, HWM is +12.02%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading −6.51% versus its 200-day moving average ($245.66), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, HWM has outperformed the S&P 500 by +316.03%, with a relative strength index reading of 284.1.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 64.1% — 25 positive months versus 14 negative months.
Howmet Aerospace ended September 2026 at $229.67, posting a monthly return of −6.24%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −5.54%.
The current quarter stands at −14.58% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −6.51% versus the 200-day moving average ($245.66).
Year-to-date, HWM is +12.02% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +0.33%. The stock is currently −25.85% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −23.23%.
| Period | HWM | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.73% | −0.12% | +1.85% |
| 1 Week | +0.03% | −0.34% | +0.37% |
| 1 Month | −6.24% | −0.70% | −5.54% |
| 3 Months | −17.21% | +2.80% | −20.01% |
| 6 Months | −2.99% | +13.85% | −16.84% |
| YTD | +12.02% | +11.70% | +0.33% |
| 12 Months | +19.72% | +15.01% | +4.71% |
| 3 Years | +387.73% | +71.69% | +316.03% |
| 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 | Jun 2024 | −8.29% |
| #4 | Dec 2024 | −7.61% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −6.51% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +43.47% |
| Q3 2025 | +5.43% |
| Q4 2025 | +4.48% |
| Q1 2026 | +12.41% |
| Q2 2026 | +16.66% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −14.58% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +37.33% |
| 2024 | +102.09% |
| 2025 | +87.46% |
| 2026 | +12.02% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $309.73 (2026-08-06) |
| 52-Week Low | $182.78 (2025-09-18) |
| Current Price | $229.67 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $245.66 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −6.51% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −23.23% (2026-09-15) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −25.85% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 284.1 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +316.03% |
| RS Peak | 368.8 (Jul 2026) |
| RS Trough | 96.4 (Oct 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was HWM's return for this report period?
HWM returned −6.24% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has HWM outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD HWM: +12.02% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is HWM's 12-month return?
+19.72% over the trailing 12 months.
Is HWM above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −6.51% versus 200DMA ($245.66).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−23.23% on 2026-09-15.