LLY monthly performance report
View LLY's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
LLY monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Lilly (Eli) (LLY) closed September 2026 at $1,152.93, down 0.33% for the month and +51.12% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, LLY is +7.28%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.22% versus its 200-day moving average ($1,065.34), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, LLY has outperformed the S&P 500 by +30.12%, with a relative strength index reading of 117.5.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
Lilly (Eli) ended September 2026 at $1,152.93, posting a monthly return of −0.33%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +0.37%.
The current quarter stands at −3.88% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.22% versus the 200-day moving average ($1,065.34).
Year-to-date, LLY is +7.28% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of −4.42%. The stock is currently −10.81% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −34.83%.
| Period | LLY | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.04% | −0.12% | +0.16% |
| 1 Week | +3.34% | −0.34% | +3.68% |
| 1 Month | −0.33% | −0.70% | +0.37% |
| 3 Months | +2.71% | +2.80% | −0.09% |
| 6 Months | +17.04% | +13.85% | +3.19% |
| YTD | +7.28% | +11.70% | −4.42% |
| 12 Months | +51.12% | +15.01% | +36.10% |
| 3 Years | +101.82% | +71.69% | +30.12% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2025 | +24.64% |
| #2 | Aug 2023 | +21.92% |
| #3 | Aug 2024 | +19.37% |
| #4 | May 2026 | +18.23% |
| #5 | Feb 2024 | +16.74% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2025 | −17.94% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −12.57% |
| #3 | Jul 2024 | −11.17% |
| #4 | Mar 2025 | −10.29% |
| #5 | Sep 2024 | −7.72% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −5.62% |
| Q3 2025 | −2.12% |
| Q4 2025 | +40.85% |
| Q1 2026 | −14.41% |
| Q2 2026 | +30.41% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −3.88% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +59.34% |
| 2024 | +32.44% |
| 2025 | +39.21% |
| 2026 | +7.28% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $1,292.65 (2026-08-19) |
| 52-Week Low | $712.05 (2025-09-25) |
| Current Price | $1,152.93 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $1,065.34 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.22% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −34.83% (2025-08-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −10.81% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 117.5 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +30.12% |
| RS Peak | 134.5 (Sep 2024) |
| RS Trough | 76.3 (Aug 2025) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was LLY's return for this report period?
LLY returned −0.33% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has LLY outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD LLY: +7.28% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is LLY's 12-month return?
+51.12% over the trailing 12 months.
Is LLY above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.22% versus 200DMA ($1,065.34).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−34.83% on 2025-08-08.