MA monthly performance report
View MA's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
MA monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Mastercard (MA) closed November 2026 at $661.19, up 3.63% for the month and +19.01% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MA is +15.82%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +22.05% versus its 200-day moving average ($541.74), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MA has underperformed the S&P 500 by −3.71%, with a relative strength index reading of 97.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
Mastercard ended November 2026 at $661.19, posting a monthly return of +3.63%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +3.81%.
The current quarter stands at +19.90% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +22.05% versus the 200-day moving average ($541.74).
Year-to-date, MA is +15.82% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +5.20%. The stock is currently −3.05% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −21.27%.
| Period | MA | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.32% | −0.36% | +1.68% |
| 1 Week | +1.30% | +2.59% | −1.29% |
| 1 Month | +3.63% | −0.18% | +3.81% |
| 3 Months | +16.60% | −2.37% | +18.97% |
| 6 Months | +32.29% | +0.83% | +31.46% |
| YTD | +15.82% | +10.62% | +5.20% |
| 12 Months | +19.01% | +12.25% | +6.76% |
| 3 Years | +67.67% | +71.37% | −3.71% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | +15.69% |
| #2 | Jul 2026 | +11.58% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +9.96% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +6.85% |
| #5 | Nov 2024 | +6.68% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2026 | −6.42% |
| #2 | Apr 2024 | −6.31% |
| #3 | Jan 2026 | −5.62% |
| #4 | Oct 2023 | −4.94% |
| #5 | Mar 2025 | −4.89% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +1.22% |
| Q4 2025 | +0.36% |
| Q1 2026 | −12.48% |
| Q2 2026 | +2.79% |
| Q3 2026 | +7.37% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +19.90% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +22.66% |
| 2024 | +23.46% |
| 2025 | +8.41% |
| 2026 | +15.82% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $681.99 (2026-11-05) |
| 52-Week Low | $464.52 (2026-06-03) |
| Current Price | $661.19 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $541.74 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +22.05% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −21.27% (2026-06-03) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −3.05% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 97.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −3.71% |
| RS Peak | 112.7 (May 2025) |
| RS Trough | 69.8 (Jun 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MA's return for this report period?
MA returned +3.63% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has MA outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MA: +15.82% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is MA's 12-month return?
+19.01% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MA above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +22.05% versus 200DMA ($541.74).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−21.27% on 2026-06-03.