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 September 2026 at $363.58, down 4.85% for the month and +76.77% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, PANW is +97.38%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +52.64% versus its 200-day moving average ($238.19), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, PANW has outperformed the S&P 500 by +131.44%, with a relative strength index reading of 176.6.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
Palo Alto Networks ended September 2026 at $363.58, posting a monthly return of −4.85%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −4.16%.
The current quarter stands at +6.62% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +52.64% versus the 200-day moving average ($238.19).
Year-to-date, PANW is +97.38% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +85.69%. The stock is currently −8.85% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −36.01%.
| Period | PANW | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −3.06% | −0.12% | −2.94% |
| 1 Week | +9.96% | −0.34% | +10.30% |
| 1 Month | −4.85% | −0.70% | −4.16% |
| 3 Months | +29.90% | +2.80% | +27.10% |
| 6 Months | +117.70% | +13.85% | +103.85% |
| YTD | +97.38% | +11.70% | +85.69% |
| 12 Months | +76.77% | +15.01% | +61.76% |
| 3 Years | +203.13% | +71.69% | +131.44% |
| 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 | Mar 2025 | −10.39% |
| #5 | Mar 2024 | −8.50% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +19.92% |
| Q3 2025 | −0.50% |
| Q4 2025 | −9.54% |
| Q1 2026 | −12.96% |
| Q2 2026 | +112.71% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +6.62% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +111.32% |
| 2024 | +23.41% |
| 2025 | +1.23% |
| 2026 | +97.38% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $398.87 (2026-08-13) |
| 52-Week Low | $139.57 (2026-02-24) |
| Current Price | $363.58 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $238.19 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +52.64% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −36.01% (2026-02-24) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −8.85% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 176.6 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +131.44% |
| RS Peak | 188.3 (Aug 2026) |
| RS Trough | 76.2 (Feb 2026) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was PANW's return for this report period?
PANW returned −4.85% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has PANW outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD PANW: +97.38% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is PANW's 12-month return?
+76.77% over the trailing 12 months.
Is PANW above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +52.64% versus 200DMA ($238.19).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−36.01% on 2026-02-24.