WAB monthly performance report
Explore WAB's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
WAB monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Wabtec (WAB) closed November 2026 at $300.51, up 7.48% for the month and +43.34% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, WAB is +40.79%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.03% YTD.
- The stock is trading +11.04% versus its 200-day moving average ($270.64), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, WAB has outperformed the S&P 500 by +95.21%, with a relative strength index reading of 154.5.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 71.8% — 28 positive months versus 11 negative months.
Wabtec ended November 2026 at $300.51, posting a monthly return of +7.48%. The S&P 500 returned +0.19% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +7.29%.
The current quarter stands at +4.64% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +11.04% versus the 200-day moving average ($270.64).
Year-to-date, WAB is +40.79% against SPY +11.03%, a gap of +29.76%. The stock is currently −2.42% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −23.65%.
| Period | WAB | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.21% | −0.35% | −0.85% |
| 1 Week | +7.91% | +3.29% | +4.62% |
| 1 Month | +7.48% | +0.19% | +7.29% |
| 3 Months | +0.50% | −2.48% | +2.97% |
| 6 Months | +13.49% | +2.00% | +11.50% |
| YTD | +40.79% | +11.03% | +29.76% |
| 12 Months | +43.34% | +10.79% | +32.55% |
| 3 Years | +167.05% | +71.83% | +95.21% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2026 | +14.69% |
| #2 | Apr 2024 | +10.57% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +9.94% |
| #4 | Jan 2025 | +9.67% |
| #5 | May 2025 | +9.52% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2025 | −10.85% |
| #2 | Jul 2025 | −8.26% |
| #3 | Jun 2024 | −6.61% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −5.55% |
| #5 | Dec 2024 | −5.50% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −4.24% |
| Q4 2025 | +6.47% |
| Q1 2026 | +17.08% |
| Q2 2026 | +7.88% |
| Q3 2026 | +6.52% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +4.64% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +27.14% |
| 2024 | +49.40% |
| 2025 | +12.59% |
| 2026 | +40.79% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $307.96 (2026-11-11) |
| 52-Week Low | $194.93 (2025-11-21) |
| Current Price | $300.51 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $270.64 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +11.04% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −23.65% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −2.42% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 154.5 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +95.21% |
| RS Peak | 160.6 (Jul 2026) |
| RS Trough | 98.4 (Nov 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was WAB's return for this report period?
WAB returned +7.48% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-12.
Has WAB outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD WAB: +40.79% vs SPY: +11.03%.
What is WAB's 12-month return?
+43.34% over the trailing 12 months.
Is WAB above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +11.04% versus 200DMA ($270.64).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−23.65% on 2025-04-08.