MCO monthly performance report
View MCO's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
MCO monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Moody's Corporation (MCO) closed November 2026 at $508.20, up 2.89% for the month and +3.55% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MCO is −0.52%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.96% versus its 200-day moving average ($466.42), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MCO has underperformed the S&P 500 by −23.43%, with a relative strength index reading of 86.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Moody's Corporation ended November 2026 at $508.20, posting a monthly return of +2.89%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +3.07%.
The current quarter stands at +11.91% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.96% versus the 200-day moving average ($466.42).
Year-to-date, MCO is −0.52% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −11.14%. The stock is currently −7.07% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −24.79%.
| Period | MCO | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.32% | −0.36% | +0.69% |
| 1 Week | +0.50% | +2.59% | −2.09% |
| 1 Month | +2.89% | −0.18% | +3.07% |
| 3 Months | +6.50% | −2.37% | +8.87% |
| 6 Months | +17.45% | +0.83% | +16.63% |
| YTD | −0.52% | +10.62% | −11.14% |
| 12 Months | +3.55% | +12.25% | −8.70% |
| 3 Years | +47.94% | +71.37% | −23.43% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | +18.49% |
| #2 | Nov 2024 | +10.12% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +8.76% |
| #4 | Jul 2024 | +8.45% |
| #5 | May 2024 | +7.20% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2026 | −10.01% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −8.66% |
| #3 | Mar 2025 | −7.59% |
| #4 | Feb 2026 | −7.36% |
| #5 | Sep 2025 | −6.53% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −5.01% |
| Q4 2025 | +7.21% |
| Q1 2026 | −14.60% |
| Q2 2026 | +3.82% |
| Q3 2026 | +0.27% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +11.91% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +40.18% |
| 2024 | +21.20% |
| 2025 | +7.92% |
| 2026 | −0.52% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $546.88 (2026-01-15) |
| 52-Week Low | $402.28 (2026-02-12) |
| Current Price | $508.20 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $466.42 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.96% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −24.79% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −7.07% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 86.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −23.43% |
| RS Peak | 113.1 (Sep 2024) |
| RS Trough | 73.5 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MCO's return for this report period?
MCO returned +2.89% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has MCO outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MCO: −0.52% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is MCO's 12-month return?
+3.55% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MCO above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.96% versus 200DMA ($466.42).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−24.79% on 2025-04-08.