NVDA monthly performance report
Check NVDA's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
NVDA monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Nvidia (NVDA) closed September 2026 at $222.27, up 0.67% for the month and +26.12% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, NVDA is +19.18%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +12.33% versus its 200-day moving average ($197.88), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, NVDA has outperformed the S&P 500 by +333.81%, with a relative strength index reading of 294.4.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 69.2% — 27 positive months versus 12 negative months.
Nvidia ended September 2026 at $222.27, posting a monthly return of +0.67%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +1.37%.
The current quarter stands at +11.09% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +12.33% versus the 200-day moving average ($197.88).
Year-to-date, NVDA is +19.18% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +7.48%. The stock is currently −6.03% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −36.89%.
| Period | NVDA | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.34% | −0.12% | +1.46% |
| 1 Week | +1.82% | −0.34% | +2.16% |
| 1 Month | +0.67% | −0.70% | +1.37% |
| 3 Months | +8.61% | +2.80% | +5.81% |
| 6 Months | +21.31% | +13.85% | +7.46% |
| YTD | +19.18% | +11.70% | +7.48% |
| 12 Months | +26.12% | +15.01% | +11.10% |
| 3 Years | +405.50% | +71.69% | +333.81% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2024 | +28.57% |
| #2 | May 2024 | +26.89% |
| #3 | Jan 2024 | +24.25% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +24.06% |
| #5 | Jun 2025 | +16.92% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2025 | −13.24% |
| #2 | Nov 2025 | −12.59% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −11.85% |
| #4 | Jan 2025 | −10.59% |
| #5 | Feb 2026 | −7.29% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +45.77% |
| Q3 2025 | +18.10% |
| Q4 2025 | −0.04% |
| Q1 2026 | −6.49% |
| Q2 2026 | +14.73% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +11.09% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +238.95% |
| 2024 | +171.18% |
| 2025 | +38.88% |
| 2026 | +19.18% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $236.54 (2026-05-14) |
| 52-Week Low | $164.27 (2026-03-30) |
| Current Price | $222.27 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $197.88 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +12.33% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −36.89% (2025-04-04) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −6.03% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 294.4 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +333.81% |
| RS Peak | 317.9 (May 2026) |
| RS Trough | 95.9 (Sep 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was NVDA's return for this report period?
NVDA returned +0.67% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has NVDA outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD NVDA: +19.18% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is NVDA's 12-month return?
+26.12% over the trailing 12 months.
Is NVDA above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +12.33% versus 200DMA ($197.88).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−36.89% on 2025-04-04.