VZ monthly performance report
Explore VZ's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
VZ monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Verizon (VZ) closed November 2026 at $46.36, up 3.64% for the month and +12.77% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, VZ is +13.82%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −1.59% versus its 200-day moving average ($47.11), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, VZ has underperformed the S&P 500 by −41.95%, with a relative strength index reading of 75.5.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 48.7% — 19 positive months versus 20 negative months.
Verizon ended November 2026 at $46.36, posting a monthly return of +3.64%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +3.82%.
The current quarter stands at +1.07% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −1.59% versus the 200-day moving average ($47.11).
Year-to-date, VZ is +13.82% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +3.20%. The stock is currently −10.29% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −19.05%.
| Period | VZ | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.41% | −0.36% | −0.04% |
| 1 Week | +1.47% | +2.59% | −1.13% |
| 1 Month | +3.64% | −0.18% | +3.82% |
| 3 Months | −3.54% | −2.37% | −1.17% |
| 6 Months | −1.49% | +0.83% | −2.32% |
| YTD | +13.82% | +10.62% | +3.20% |
| 12 Months | +12.77% | +12.25% | +0.52% |
| 3 Years | +29.42% | +71.37% | −41.95% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | +12.62% |
| #2 | Jan 2024 | +12.33% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | +10.56% |
| #4 | Feb 2025 | +9.42% |
| #5 | Jan 2026 | +9.31% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jun 2026 | −11.44% |
| #2 | Dec 2024 | −9.81% |
| #3 | Oct 2025 | −9.58% |
| #4 | Sep 2026 | −8.30% |
| #5 | Sep 2023 | −7.35% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +1.57% |
| Q4 2025 | −7.33% |
| Q1 2026 | +23.25% |
| Q2 2026 | −15.66% |
| Q3 2026 | +8.34% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +1.07% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −4.31% |
| 2024 | +6.07% |
| 2025 | +1.85% |
| 2026 | +13.82% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $51.68 (2026-03-24) |
| 52-Week Low | $38.68 (2026-01-20) |
| Current Price | $46.36 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $47.11 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −1.59% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −19.05% (2026-10-09) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −10.29% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 75.5 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −41.95% |
| RS Peak | 107.8 (Jan 2024) |
| RS Trough | 65.7 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was VZ's return for this report period?
VZ returned +3.64% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has VZ outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD VZ: +13.82% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is VZ's 12-month return?
+12.77% over the trailing 12 months.
Is VZ above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −1.59% versus 200DMA ($47.11).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−19.05% on 2026-10-09.