LRCX monthly performance report
View LRCX's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
LRCX monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Lam Research (LRCX) closed September 2026 at $288.11, down 4.44% for the month and +128.08% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, LRCX is +68.31%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.90% versus its 200-day moving average ($264.57), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, LRCX has outperformed the S&P 500 by +281.59%, with a relative strength index reading of 264.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Lam Research ended September 2026 at $288.11, posting a monthly return of −4.44%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −3.74%.
The current quarter stands at −33.51% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.90% versus the 200-day moving average ($264.57).
Year-to-date, LRCX is +68.31% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +56.61%. The stock is currently −34.30% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −47.58%.
| Period | LRCX | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +6.98% | −0.12% | +7.10% |
| 1 Week | −3.39% | −0.34% | −3.05% |
| 1 Month | −4.44% | −0.70% | −3.74% |
| 3 Months | −21.99% | +2.80% | −24.79% |
| 6 Months | +35.77% | +13.85% | +21.92% |
| YTD | +68.31% | +11.70% | +56.61% |
| 12 Months | +128.08% | +15.01% | +113.07% |
| 3 Years | +353.29% | +71.69% | +281.59% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jan 2026 | +36.38% |
| #2 | Jun 2026 | +36.19% |
| #3 | Sep 2025 | +33.70% |
| #4 | May 2026 | +23.39% |
| #5 | Nov 2023 | +21.71% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2026 | −32.38% |
| #2 | Jul 2024 | −13.49% |
| #3 | Aug 2024 | −10.88% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −10.76% |
| #5 | Oct 2024 | −8.90% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +33.89% |
| Q3 2025 | +37.56% |
| Q4 2025 | +27.84% |
| Q1 2026 | +24.82% |
| Q2 2026 | +102.81% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −33.51% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +86.37% |
| 2024 | −7.79% |
| 2025 | +136.99% |
| 2026 | +68.31% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $438.50 (2026-06-30) |
| 52-Week Low | $117.03 (2025-09-15) |
| Current Price | $288.11 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $264.57 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.90% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −47.58% (2025-04-04) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −34.30% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 264 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +281.59% |
| RS Peak | 405 (Jun 2026) |
| RS Trough | 81.6 (Apr 2025) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was LRCX's return for this report period?
LRCX returned −4.44% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has LRCX outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD LRCX: +68.31% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is LRCX's 12-month return?
+128.08% over the trailing 12 months.
Is LRCX above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.90% versus 200DMA ($264.57).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−47.58% on 2025-04-04.