MSI monthly performance report
Explore MSI's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
MSI monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Motorola Solutions (MSI) closed September 2026 at $460.53, down 5.10% for the month and −3.42% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MSI is +20.14%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.58% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.64% versus its 200-day moving average ($423.89), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MSI has underperformed the S&P 500 by −7.46%, with a relative strength index reading of 94.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Motorola Solutions ended September 2026 at $460.53, posting a monthly return of −5.10%. The S&P 500 returned −1.69% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −3.41%.
The current quarter stands at +10.89% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.64% versus the 200-day moving average ($423.89).
Year-to-date, MSI is +20.14% against SPY +10.58%, a gap of +9.56%. The stock is currently −6.69% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −27.90%.
| Period | MSI | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.84% | −0.44% | −1.39% |
| 1 Week | +0.14% | −1.10% | +1.23% |
| 1 Month | −5.10% | −1.69% | −3.41% |
| 3 Months | +12.23% | −0.10% | +12.33% |
| 6 Months | −0.77% | +13.21% | −13.98% |
| YTD | +20.14% | +10.58% | +9.56% |
| 12 Months | −3.42% | +14.25% | −17.67% |
| 3 Years | +62.61% | +70.07% | −7.46% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | +19.80% |
| #2 | Nov 2023 | +15.95% |
| #3 | Aug 2026 | +11.37% |
| #4 | Nov 2024 | +11.21% |
| #5 | Aug 2024 | +10.81% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2025 | −11.06% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −10.01% |
| #3 | Nov 2025 | −9.10% |
| #4 | May 2026 | −8.14% |
| #5 | Dec 2024 | −7.50% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −3.96% |
| Q3 2025 | +8.76% |
| Q4 2025 | −16.18% |
| Q1 2026 | +13.21% |
| Q2 2026 | −4.30% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +10.89% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +21.49% |
| 2024 | +47.63% |
| 2025 | −17.07% |
| 2026 | +20.14% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $493.57 (2026-08-06) |
| 52-Week Low | $359.36 (2025-12-16) |
| Current Price | $460.53 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $423.89 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.64% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −27.90% (2025-12-16) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −6.69% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 94.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −7.46% |
| RS Peak | 130.2 (Nov 2024) |
| RS Trough | 80.4 (May 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MSI's return for this report period?
MSI returned −5.10% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-16.
Has MSI outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MSI: +20.14% vs SPY: +10.58%.
What is MSI's 12-month return?
−3.42% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MSI above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.64% versus 200DMA ($423.89).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−27.90% on 2025-12-16.