JBHT monthly performance report
Explore JBHT's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
JBHT monthly report
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Key takeaways
- J.B. Hunt (JBHT) closed November 2026 at $232.85, up 5.32% for the month and +40.01% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, JBHT is +19.82%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −5.65% versus its 200-day moving average ($246.78), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, JBHT has underperformed the S&P 500 by −37.27%, with a relative strength index reading of 78.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
J.B. Hunt ended November 2026 at $232.85, posting a monthly return of +5.32%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +5.50%.
The current quarter stands at +3.93% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −5.65% versus the 200-day moving average ($246.78).
Year-to-date, JBHT is +19.82% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +9.19%. The stock is currently −22.32% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −42.99%.
| Period | JBHT | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +2.28% | −0.36% | +2.64% |
| 1 Week | +7.03% | +2.59% | +4.44% |
| 1 Month | +5.32% | −0.18% | +5.50% |
| 3 Months | −17.83% | −2.37% | −15.46% |
| 6 Months | −8.56% | +0.83% | −9.39% |
| YTD | +19.82% | +10.62% | +9.19% |
| 12 Months | +40.01% | +12.25% | +27.76% |
| 3 Years | +34.11% | +71.37% | −37.27% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2025 | +25.86% |
| #2 | Apr 2026 | +18.70% |
| #3 | Feb 2026 | +15.14% |
| #4 | Dec 2025 | +11.72% |
| #5 | May 2026 | +9.90% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2024 | −18.41% |
| #2 | Sep 2026 | −15.60% |
| #3 | Apr 2025 | −11.74% |
| #4 | Dec 2024 | −9.76% |
| #5 | Mar 2026 | −9.22% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −6.57% |
| Q4 2025 | +44.85% |
| Q1 2026 | +9.04% |
| Q2 2026 | +36.59% |
| Q3 2026 | −22.59% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +3.93% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +14.56% |
| 2024 | −14.56% |
| 2025 | +13.88% |
| 2026 | +19.82% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $299.76 (2026-07-16) |
| 52-Week Low | $157.82 (2025-11-18) |
| Current Price | $232.85 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $246.78 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −5.65% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −42.99% (2025-04-16) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −22.32% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 78.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −37.27% |
| RS Peak | 110.9 (Feb 2024) |
| RS Trough | 49.7 (Sep 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was JBHT's return for this report period?
JBHT returned +5.32% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has JBHT outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD JBHT: +19.82% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is JBHT's 12-month return?
+40.01% over the trailing 12 months.
Is JBHT above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −5.65% versus 200DMA ($246.78).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−42.99% on 2025-04-16.