PANW monthly performance report
View PANW's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
PANW monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Palo Alto Networks (PANW) closed November 2026 at $322.24, down 11.93% for the month and +57.37% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, PANW is +74.94%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +16.40% versus its 200-day moving average ($276.83), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, PANW has outperformed the S&P 500 by +80.73%, with a relative strength index reading of 147.1.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Palo Alto Networks ended November 2026 at $322.24, posting a monthly return of −11.93%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −11.75%.
The current quarter stands at −18.89% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +16.40% versus the 200-day moving average ($276.83).
Year-to-date, PANW is +74.94% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +64.32%. The stock is currently −25.46% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −36.01%.
| Period | PANW | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.13% | −0.36% | +0.23% |
| 1 Week | +2.68% | +2.59% | +0.08% |
| 1 Month | −11.93% | −0.18% | −11.75% |
| 3 Months | −14.24% | −2.37% | −11.87% |
| 6 Months | +35.28% | +0.83% | +34.45% |
| YTD | +74.94% | +10.62% | +64.32% |
| 12 Months | +57.37% | +12.25% | +45.12% |
| 3 Years | +152.10% | +71.37% | +80.73% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +57.09% |
| #2 | Nov 2023 | +21.42% |
| #3 | Jun 2026 | +21.06% |
| #4 | Aug 2026 | +15.16% |
| #5 | Jun 2024 | +14.95% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | −15.85% |
| #2 | Jul 2025 | −15.17% |
| #3 | Nov 2025 | −13.67% |
| #4 | Nov 2026 | −11.93% |
| #5 | Mar 2025 | −10.39% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −0.50% |
| Q4 2025 | −9.54% |
| Q1 2026 | −12.96% |
| Q2 2026 | +112.71% |
| Q3 2026 | +16.51% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −18.89% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +111.32% |
| 2024 | +23.41% |
| 2025 | +1.23% |
| 2026 | +74.94% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $432.33 (2026-10-06) |
| 52-Week Low | $139.57 (2026-02-24) |
| Current Price | $322.24 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $276.83 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +16.40% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −36.01% (2026-02-24) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −25.46% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 147.1 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +80.73% |
| RS Peak | 185.6 (Oct 2026) |
| RS Trough | 71 (Feb 2026) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was PANW's return for this report period?
PANW returned −11.93% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has PANW outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD PANW: +74.94% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is PANW's 12-month return?
+57.37% over the trailing 12 months.
Is PANW above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +16.40% versus 200DMA ($276.83).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−36.01% on 2026-02-24.