MO monthly performance report
Check MO's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
MO monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Altria (MO) closed November 2026 at $77.92, down 0.14% for the month and +34.23% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MO is +35.14%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.03% YTD.
- The stock is trading +12.12% versus its 200-day moving average ($69.49), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MO has outperformed the S&P 500 by +22.87%, with a relative strength index reading of 113.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Altria ended November 2026 at $77.92, posting a monthly return of −0.14%. The S&P 500 returned +0.19% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −0.33%.
The current quarter stands at +15.71% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +12.12% versus the 200-day moving average ($69.49).
Year-to-date, MO is +35.14% against SPY +11.03%, a gap of +24.11%. The stock is currently −2.44% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −19.15%.
| Period | MO | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.68% | −0.35% | +1.04% |
| 1 Week | +0.44% | +3.29% | −2.85% |
| 1 Month | −0.14% | +0.19% | −0.33% |
| 3 Months | +19.73% | −2.48% | +22.21% |
| 6 Months | +11.49% | +2.00% | +9.49% |
| YTD | +35.14% | +11.03% | +24.11% |
| 12 Months | +34.23% | +10.79% | +23.44% |
| 3 Years | +94.70% | +71.83% | +22.87% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | +15.87% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +11.37% |
| #3 | Apr 2026 | +10.09% |
| #4 | Aug 2024 | +9.71% |
| #5 | Aug 2025 | +8.51% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2025 | −14.65% |
| #2 | Dec 2024 | −9.44% |
| #3 | Sep 2024 | −5.08% |
| #4 | Jul 2026 | −5.03% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −4.91% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +12.67% |
| Q4 2025 | −12.72% |
| Q1 2026 | +14.45% |
| Q2 2026 | +9.03% |
| Q3 2026 | −6.41% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +15.71% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −11.75% |
| 2024 | +29.62% |
| 2025 | +10.27% |
| 2026 | +35.14% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $79.87 (2026-11-05) |
| 52-Week Low | $54.70 (2026-01-07) |
| Current Price | $77.92 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $69.49 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +12.12% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −19.15% (2026-01-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −2.44% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 113.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +22.87% |
| RS Peak | 123.4 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 85.3 (Mar 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MO's return for this report period?
MO returned −0.14% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-12.
Has MO outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MO: +35.14% vs SPY: +11.03%.
What is MO's 12-month return?
+34.23% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MO above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +12.12% versus 200DMA ($69.49).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−19.15% on 2026-01-07.