VLO monthly performance report
View VLO's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
VLO monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Valero Energy (VLO) closed November 2026 at $379.83, down 4.96% for the month and +116.08% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, VLO is +133.33%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +29.38% versus its 200-day moving average ($293.58), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, VLO has outperformed the S&P 500 by +134.28%, with a relative strength index reading of 178.4.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 61.5% — 24 positive months versus 15 negative months.
Valero Energy ended November 2026 at $379.83, posting a monthly return of −4.96%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −4.78%.
The current quarter stands at −2.01% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +29.38% versus the 200-day moving average ($293.58).
Year-to-date, VLO is +133.33% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +122.70%. The stock is currently −17.70% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −42.91%.
| Period | VLO | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.30% | −0.36% | +1.66% |
| 1 Week | +9.63% | +2.59% | +7.04% |
| 1 Month | −4.96% | −0.18% | −4.78% |
| 3 Months | +11.17% | −2.37% | +13.54% |
| 6 Months | +55.60% | +0.83% | +54.78% |
| YTD | +133.33% | +10.62% | +122.70% |
| 12 Months | +116.08% | +12.25% | +103.83% |
| 3 Years | +205.65% | +71.37% | +134.28% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | +20.74% |
| #2 | Mar 2024 | +20.66% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | +20.14% |
| #4 | Aug 2026 | +14.71% |
| #5 | Feb 2026 | +12.79% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2025 | −12.10% |
| #2 | Dec 2024 | −11.86% |
| #3 | Oct 2023 | −10.38% |
| #4 | Aug 2024 | −9.27% |
| #5 | Sep 2024 | −7.97% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +26.66% |
| Q4 2025 | −4.39% |
| Q1 2026 | +51.78% |
| Q2 2026 | +5.41% |
| Q3 2026 | +48.83% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −2.01% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +2.48% |
| 2024 | −5.70% |
| 2025 | +32.79% |
| 2026 | +133.33% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $461.52 (2026-10-14) |
| 52-Week Low | $159.90 (2025-12-17) |
| Current Price | $379.83 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $293.58 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +29.38% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −42.91% (2025-04-04) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −17.70% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 178.4 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +134.28% |
| RS Peak | 211.6 (Oct 2026) |
| RS Trough | 70 (Dec 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was VLO's return for this report period?
VLO returned −4.96% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has VLO outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD VLO: +133.33% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is VLO's 12-month return?
+116.08% over the trailing 12 months.
Is VLO above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +29.38% versus 200DMA ($293.58).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−42.91% on 2025-04-04.