NSC monthly performance report
Check NSC's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
NSC monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Norfolk Southern Railway (NSC) closed November 2026 at $333.24, down 2.74% for the month and +16.32% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, NSC is +15.42%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.03% YTD.
- The stock is trading +5.13% versus its 200-day moving average ($316.97), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, NSC has underperformed the S&P 500 by −2.57%, with a relative strength index reading of 97.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
Norfolk Southern Railway ended November 2026 at $333.24, posting a monthly return of −2.74%. The S&P 500 returned +0.19% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −2.93%.
The current quarter stands at +7.84% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +5.13% versus the 200-day moving average ($316.97).
Year-to-date, NSC is +15.42% against SPY +11.03%, a gap of +4.39%. The stock is currently −7.07% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −25.51%.
| Period | NSC | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.80% | −0.35% | +1.16% |
| 1 Week | +1.21% | +3.29% | −2.08% |
| 1 Month | −2.74% | +0.19% | −2.93% |
| 3 Months | −0.35% | −2.48% | +2.13% |
| 6 Months | +7.30% | +2.00% | +5.30% |
| YTD | +15.42% | +11.03% | +4.39% |
| 12 Months | +16.32% | +10.79% | +5.53% |
| 3 Years | +69.26% | +71.83% | −2.57% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2024 | +16.24% |
| #2 | Nov 2023 | +14.35% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +10.89% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +10.30% |
| #5 | Nov 2024 | +10.15% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −14.92% |
| #2 | Sep 2026 | −9.86% |
| #3 | Apr 2024 | −9.63% |
| #4 | Mar 2026 | −8.81% |
| #5 | Oct 2025 | −5.67% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +17.36% |
| Q4 2025 | −3.89% |
| Q1 2026 | −0.60% |
| Q2 2026 | +9.61% |
| Q3 2026 | −1.78% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +7.84% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −4.07% |
| 2024 | −0.71% |
| 2025 | +23.02% |
| 2026 | +15.42% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $358.60 (2026-07-23) |
| 52-Week Low | $277.80 (2026-01-20) |
| Current Price | $333.24 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $316.97 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +5.13% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −25.51% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −7.07% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 97.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −2.57% |
| RS Peak | 115.4 (Feb 2024) |
| RS Trough | 84.6 (Jul 2024) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was NSC's return for this report period?
NSC returned −2.74% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-12.
Has NSC outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD NSC: +15.42% vs SPY: +11.03%.
What is NSC's 12-month return?
+16.32% over the trailing 12 months.
Is NSC above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +5.13% versus 200DMA ($316.97).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−25.51% on 2025-04-08.