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 September 2026 at $280.23, down 1.99% for the month and +47.20% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, WAB is +31.29%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +9.29% versus its 200-day moving average ($256.41), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, WAB has outperformed the S&P 500 by +87.51%, with a relative strength index reading of 151.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 69.2% — 27 positive months versus 12 negative months.
Wabtec ended September 2026 at $280.23, posting a monthly return of −1.99%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −1.29%.
The current quarter stands at +3.94% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +9.29% versus the 200-day moving average ($256.41).
Year-to-date, WAB is +31.29% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +19.59%. The stock is currently −8.61% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −23.65%.
| Period | WAB | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.51% | −0.12% | +0.63% |
| 1 Week | −1.06% | −0.34% | −0.72% |
| 1 Month | −1.99% | −0.70% | −1.29% |
| 3 Months | +2.98% | +2.80% | +0.18% |
| 6 Months | +18.36% | +13.85% | +4.51% |
| YTD | +31.29% | +11.70% | +19.59% |
| 12 Months | +47.20% | +15.01% | +32.19% |
| 3 Years | +159.21% | +71.69% | +87.51% |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +15.44% |
| Q3 2025 | −4.24% |
| Q4 2025 | +6.47% |
| Q1 2026 | +17.08% |
| Q2 2026 | +7.88% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +3.94% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +27.14% |
| 2024 | +49.40% |
| 2025 | +12.59% |
| 2026 | +31.29% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $306.64 (2026-07-29) |
| 52-Week Low | $184.26 (2025-09-17) |
| Current Price | $280.23 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $256.41 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +9.29% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −23.65% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −8.61% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 151 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +87.51% |
| RS Peak | 169.4 (Jul 2026) |
| RS Trough | 96.3 (Oct 2023) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was WAB's return for this report period?
WAB returned −1.99% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has WAB outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD WAB: +31.29% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is WAB's 12-month return?
+47.20% over the trailing 12 months.
Is WAB above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +9.29% versus 200DMA ($256.41).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−23.65% on 2025-04-08.