QCOM monthly performance report
View QCOM's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
QCOM monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Qualcomm (QCOM) closed November 2026 at $172.47, up 4.66% for the month and −1.16% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, QCOM is +0.83%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +1.62% versus its 200-day moving average ($169.72), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, QCOM has underperformed the S&P 500 by −32.12%, with a relative strength index reading of 81.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 43.6% — 17 positive months versus 22 negative months.
Qualcomm ended November 2026 at $172.47, posting a monthly return of +4.66%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +4.84%.
The current quarter stands at −6.29% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +1.62% versus the 200-day moving average ($169.72).
Year-to-date, QCOM is +0.83% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −9.79%. The stock is currently −33.64% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −45.37%.
| Period | QCOM | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −2.64% | −0.36% | −2.27% |
| 1 Week | +4.27% | +2.59% | +1.67% |
| 1 Month | +4.66% | −0.18% | +4.84% |
| 3 Months | +6.34% | −2.37% | +8.71% |
| 6 Months | −13.80% | +0.83% | −14.63% |
| YTD | +0.83% | +10.62% | −9.79% |
| 12 Months | −1.16% | +12.25% | −13.41% |
| 3 Years | +39.26% | +71.37% | −32.12% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +39.78% |
| #2 | Apr 2026 | +39.45% |
| #3 | May 2024 | +23.03% |
| #4 | Nov 2023 | +18.41% |
| #5 | Aug 2026 | +15.49% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | −26.38% |
| #2 | Jul 2026 | −20.12% |
| #3 | Jan 2026 | −11.38% |
| #4 | Oct 2026 | −10.46% |
| #5 | Mar 2026 | −9.54% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +4.46% |
| Q4 2025 | +2.82% |
| Q1 2026 | −24.71% |
| Q2 2026 | +43.49% |
| Q3 2026 | −0.41% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −6.29% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +31.55% |
| 2024 | +6.22% |
| 2025 | +11.35% |
| 2026 | +0.83% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $259.92 (2026-05-29) |
| 52-Week Low | $121.99 (2026-04-07) |
| Current Price | $172.47 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $169.72 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +1.62% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −45.37% (2026-04-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −33.64% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 81.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −32.12% |
| RS Peak | 147.2 (Jun 2024) |
| RS Trough | 66.8 (Apr 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was QCOM's return for this report period?
QCOM returned +4.66% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has QCOM outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD QCOM: +0.83% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is QCOM's 12-month return?
−1.16% over the trailing 12 months.
Is QCOM above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +1.62% versus 200DMA ($169.72).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−45.37% on 2026-04-07.