SLV monthly performance report
Explore SLV's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
SLV monthly report
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Key takeaways
- SLV (SLV) closed September 2026 at $58.97, down 1.93% for the month and +56.05% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, SLV is −8.46%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.83% YTD.
- The stock is trading −10.02% versus its 200-day moving average ($65.54), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, SLV has outperformed the S&P 500 by +107.35%, with a relative strength index reading of 161.1.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
SLV ended September 2026 at $58.97, posting a monthly return of −1.93%. The S&P 500 returned −0.58% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −1.35%.
The current quarter stands at +10.29% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −10.02% versus the 200-day moving average ($65.54).
Year-to-date, SLV is −8.46% against SPY +11.83%, a gap of −20.29%. The stock is currently −46.31% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −52.28%.
| Period | SLV | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +3.37% | +1.13% | +2.23% |
| 1 Week | +2.56% | +0.63% | +1.93% |
| 1 Month | −1.93% | −0.58% | −1.35% |
| 3 Months | −6.97% | +1.64% | −8.61% |
| 6 Months | −18.87% | +15.15% | −34.02% |
| YTD | −8.46% | +11.83% | −20.29% |
| 12 Months | +56.05% | +15.69% | +40.36% |
| 3 Years | +179.35% | +72.00% | +107.35% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2025 | +25.80% |
| #2 | Jan 2026 | +17.11% |
| #3 | Sep 2025 | +17.08% |
| #4 | Nov 2025 | +16.36% |
| #5 | May 2024 | +15.43% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | −21.75% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −19.83% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −9.16% |
| #4 | Nov 2024 | −6.34% |
| #5 | Dec 2023 | −5.84% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +5.87% |
| Q3 2025 | +29.14% |
| Q4 2025 | +52.04% |
| Q1 2026 | +5.77% |
| Q2 2026 | −21.53% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +10.29% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −1.09% |
| 2024 | +20.89% |
| 2025 | +144.66% |
| 2026 | −8.46% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $109.83 (2026-01-29) |
| 52-Week Low | $37.35 (2025-09-17) |
| Current Price | $58.97 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $65.54 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −10.02% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −52.28% (2026-07-16) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −46.31% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 161.1 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +107.35% |
| RS Peak | 316.8 (Jan 2026) |
| RS Trough | 84.5 (Feb 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was SLV's return for this report period?
SLV returned −1.93% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-17.
Has SLV outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD SLV: −8.46% vs SPY: +11.83%.
What is SLV's 12-month return?
+56.05% over the trailing 12 months.
Is SLV above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −10.02% versus 200DMA ($65.54).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−52.28% on 2026-07-16.