WAT monthly performance report
Explore WAT's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
WAT monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Waters Corporation (WAT) closed November 2026 at $462.20, down 0.11% for the month and +19.32% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, WAT is +21.69%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.03% YTD.
- The stock is trading +23.91% versus its 200-day moving average ($373.01), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, WAT has outperformed the S&P 500 by +8.77%, with a relative strength index reading of 107.1.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 48.7% — 19 positive months versus 20 negative months.
Waters Corporation ended November 2026 at $462.20, posting a monthly return of −0.11%. The S&P 500 returned +0.19% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −0.30%.
The current quarter stands at +5.19% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +23.91% versus the 200-day moving average ($373.01).
Year-to-date, WAT is +21.69% against SPY +11.03%, a gap of +10.66%. The stock is currently −4.37% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −33.45%.
| Period | WAT | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −1.85% | −0.35% | −1.49% |
| 1 Week | +2.01% | +3.29% | −1.28% |
| 1 Month | −0.11% | +0.19% | −0.30% |
| 3 Months | +12.14% | −2.48% | +14.61% |
| 6 Months | +38.00% | +2.00% | +36.00% |
| YTD | +21.69% | +11.03% | +10.66% |
| 12 Months | +19.32% | +10.79% | +8.53% |
| 3 Years | +80.60% | +71.83% | +8.77% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | May 2026 | +24.04% |
| #2 | Nov 2024 | +19.07% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +17.64% |
| #4 | Dec 2023 | +17.33% |
| #5 | Oct 2025 | +16.61% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2025 | −17.27% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | −13.85% |
| #3 | Oct 2023 | −13.01% |
| #4 | Apr 2024 | −10.22% |
| #5 | Oct 2024 | −10.22% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −14.10% |
| Q4 2025 | +26.69% |
| Q1 2026 | −21.60% |
| Q2 2026 | +25.94% |
| Q3 2026 | +17.16% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +5.19% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −3.90% |
| 2024 | +12.68% |
| 2025 | +2.39% |
| 2026 | +21.69% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $483.33 (2026-11-11) |
| 52-Week Low | $282.77 (2026-03-13) |
| Current Price | $462.20 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $373.01 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +23.91% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −33.45% (2025-08-06) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −4.37% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 107.1 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +8.77% |
| RS Peak | 123 (Mar 2024) |
| RS Trough | 72 (Apr 2026) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was WAT's return for this report period?
WAT returned −0.11% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-12.
Has WAT outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD WAT: +21.69% vs SPY: +11.03%.
What is WAT's 12-month return?
+19.32% over the trailing 12 months.
Is WAT above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +23.91% versus 200DMA ($373.01).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−33.45% on 2025-08-06.