MCK monthly performance report
Check MCK's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
MCK monthly report
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Key takeaways
- McKesson Corporation (MCK) closed September 2026 at $874.65, down 1.21% for the month and +26.74% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MCK is +6.63%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +3.45% versus its 200-day moving average ($845.44), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MCK has outperformed the S&P 500 by +33.00%, with a relative strength index reading of 119.2.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 69.2% — 27 positive months versus 12 negative months.
McKesson Corporation ended September 2026 at $874.65, posting a monthly return of −1.21%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −0.51%.
The current quarter stands at +15.76% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +3.45% versus the 200-day moving average ($845.44).
Year-to-date, MCK is +6.63% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of −5.07%. The stock is currently −12.45% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −27.17%.
| Period | MCK | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.56% | −0.12% | −0.44% |
| 1 Week | −0.78% | −0.34% | −0.44% |
| 1 Month | −1.21% | −0.70% | −0.51% |
| 3 Months | +12.17% | +2.80% | +9.37% |
| 6 Months | −7.38% | +13.85% | −21.23% |
| YTD | +6.63% | +11.70% | −5.07% |
| 12 Months | +26.74% | +15.01% | +11.72% |
| 3 Years | +104.70% | +71.69% | +33.00% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2024 | +25.55% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +18.79% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | +13.31% |
| #4 | Sep 2025 | +12.51% |
| #5 | Nov 2025 | +8.60% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | −12.36% |
| #2 | Sep 2024 | −11.88% |
| #3 | Dec 2024 | −9.32% |
| #4 | Aug 2024 | −9.07% |
| #5 | May 2026 | −8.93% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +8.88% |
| Q3 2025 | +5.43% |
| Q4 2025 | +6.18% |
| Q1 2026 | +5.49% |
| Q2 2026 | −12.68% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +15.76% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +23.42% |
| 2024 | +23.10% |
| 2025 | +43.93% |
| 2026 | +6.63% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $999.00 (2026-03-03) |
| 52-Week Low | $687.68 (2025-09-22) |
| Current Price | $874.65 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $845.44 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +3.45% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −27.17% (2026-05-11) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −12.45% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 119.2 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +33.00% |
| RS Peak | 152 (Mar 2026) |
| RS Trough | 86.9 (Sep 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MCK's return for this report period?
MCK returned −1.21% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has MCK outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MCK: +6.63% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is MCK's 12-month return?
+26.74% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MCK above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +3.45% versus 200DMA ($845.44).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−27.17% on 2026-05-11.