NDSN monthly performance report
View NDSN's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
NDSN monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Nordson Corporation (NDSN) closed November 2026 at $324.74, up 0.64% for the month and +39.28% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, NDSN is +35.07%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +9.12% versus its 200-day moving average ($297.60), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, NDSN has underperformed the S&P 500 by −26.12%, with a relative strength index reading of 84.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Nordson Corporation ended November 2026 at $324.74, posting a monthly return of +0.64%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +0.82%.
The current quarter stands at −0.95% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +9.12% versus the 200-day moving average ($297.60).
Year-to-date, NDSN is +35.07% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +24.44%. The stock is currently −4.24% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −39.94%.
| Period | NDSN | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.57% | −0.36% | −0.21% |
| 1 Week | +4.80% | +2.59% | +2.21% |
| 1 Month | +0.64% | −0.18% | +0.82% |
| 3 Months | +4.81% | −2.37% | +7.18% |
| 6 Months | +15.86% | +0.83% | +15.03% |
| YTD | +35.07% | +10.62% | +24.44% |
| 12 Months | +39.28% | +12.25% | +27.03% |
| 3 Years | +45.26% | +71.37% | −26.12% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jan 2026 | +14.18% |
| #2 | Dec 2023 | +12.25% |
| #3 | May 2025 | +11.83% |
| #4 | Nov 2023 | +10.70% |
| #5 | Apr 2026 | +8.42% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −19.83% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −9.33% |
| #3 | May 2024 | −9.09% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −8.59% |
| #5 | Apr 2025 | −6.02% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +5.87% |
| Q4 2025 | +5.94% |
| Q1 2026 | +10.66% |
| Q2 2026 | +13.39% |
| Q3 2026 | +8.67% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −0.95% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +11.12% |
| 2024 | −20.79% |
| 2025 | +14.91% |
| 2026 | +35.07% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $339.12 (2026-08-26) |
| 52-Week Low | $223.29 (2025-11-19) |
| Current Price | $324.74 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $297.60 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +9.12% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −39.94% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −4.24% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 84.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −26.12% |
| RS Peak | 109.4 (Dec 2023) |
| RS Trough | 65.2 (Aug 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was NDSN's return for this report period?
NDSN returned +0.64% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has NDSN outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD NDSN: +35.07% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is NDSN's 12-month return?
+39.28% over the trailing 12 months.
Is NDSN above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +9.12% versus 200DMA ($297.60).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−39.94% on 2025-04-08.