PNW monthly performance report
Explore PNW's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
PNW monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Pinnacle West (PNW) closed September 2026 at $94.21, down 3.51% for the month and +9.71% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, PNW is +6.21%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading −4.45% versus its 200-day moving average ($98.60), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, PNW has underperformed the S&P 500 by −52.58%, with a relative strength index reading of 69.4.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 51.3% — 20 positive months versus 19 negative months.
Pinnacle West ended September 2026 at $94.21, posting a monthly return of −3.51%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −2.81%.
The current quarter stands at −11.95% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −4.45% versus the 200-day moving average ($98.60).
Year-to-date, PNW is +6.21% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of −5.49%. The stock is currently −15.19% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −16.49%.
| Period | PNW | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.44% | −0.12% | −1.32% |
| 1 Week | −1.97% | −0.34% | −1.63% |
| 1 Month | −3.51% | −0.70% | −2.81% |
| 3 Months | −9.28% | +2.80% | −12.08% |
| 6 Months | −8.45% | +13.85% | −22.30% |
| YTD | +6.21% | +11.70% | −5.49% |
| 12 Months | +9.71% | +15.01% | −5.30% |
| 3 Years | +19.12% | +71.69% | −52.58% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2024 | +12.06% |
| #2 | Mar 2024 | +9.37% |
| #3 | Jun 2026 | +7.28% |
| #4 | Feb 2026 | +7.20% |
| #5 | May 2024 | +7.07% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −9.53% |
| #2 | Aug 2023 | −6.70% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | −5.62% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −4.65% |
| #5 | May 2025 | −4.15% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −6.07% |
| Q3 2025 | +0.21% |
| Q4 2025 | −1.07% |
| Q1 2026 | +13.59% |
| Q2 2026 | +6.20% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −11.95% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −5.52% |
| 2024 | +18.00% |
| 2025 | +4.64% |
| 2026 | +6.21% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $111.08 (2026-07-17) |
| 52-Week Low | $85.32 (2025-09-18) |
| Current Price | $94.21 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $98.60 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −4.45% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −16.49% (2024-02-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −15.19% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 69.4 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −52.58% |
| RS Peak | 102.1 (Oct 2023) |
| RS Trough | 69.4 (Sep 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was PNW's return for this report period?
PNW returned −3.51% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has PNW outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD PNW: +6.21% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is PNW's 12-month return?
+9.71% over the trailing 12 months.
Is PNW above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −4.45% versus 200DMA ($98.60).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−16.49% on 2024-02-08.