WDC monthly performance report
Check WDC's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
WDC monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Western Digital (WDC) closed September 2026 at $441.36, down 2.04% for the month and +319.74% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, WDC is +156.20%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +16.72% versus its 200-day moving average ($378.13), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, WDC has outperformed the S&P 500 by +1166.17%, with a relative strength index reading of 779.2.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 71.8% — 28 positive months versus 11 negative months.
Western Digital ended September 2026 at $441.36, posting a monthly return of −2.04%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −1.34%.
The current quarter stands at −30.90% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +16.72% versus the 200-day moving average ($378.13).
Year-to-date, WDC is +156.20% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +144.50%. The stock is currently −44.82% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −49.65%.
| Period | WDC | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +4.13% | −0.12% | +4.25% |
| 1 Week | −1.30% | −0.34% | −0.96% |
| 1 Month | −2.04% | −0.70% | −1.34% |
| 3 Months | −32.47% | +2.80% | −35.26% |
| 6 Months | +68.99% | +13.85% | +55.14% |
| YTD | +156.20% | +11.70% | +144.50% |
| 12 Months | +319.74% | +15.01% | +304.73% |
| 3 Years | +1237.86% | +71.69% | +1166.17% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2026 | +60.64% |
| #2 | Sep 2025 | +49.44% |
| #3 | Jan 2026 | +45.25% |
| #4 | Oct 2025 | +25.11% |
| #5 | Jun 2025 | +24.13% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −18.31% |
| #2 | Mar 2025 | −17.37% |
| #3 | Aug 2026 | −17.31% |
| #4 | Jul 2026 | −14.70% |
| #5 | Oct 2023 | −12.00% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +58.27% |
| Q3 2025 | +87.62% |
| Q4 2025 | +43.49% |
| Q1 2026 | +57.02% |
| Q2 2026 | +136.13% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −30.90% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +65.95% |
| 2024 | +13.87% |
| 2025 | +282.23% |
| 2026 | +156.20% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $799.87 (2026-06-18) |
| 52-Week Low | $95.98 (2025-09-12) |
| Current Price | $441.36 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $378.13 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +16.72% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −49.65% (2025-04-04) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −44.82% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 779.2 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +1166.17% |
| RS Peak | 1343.8 (Jun 2026) |
| RS Trough | 81.3 (Apr 2025) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was WDC's return for this report period?
WDC returned −2.04% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has WDC outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD WDC: +156.20% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is WDC's 12-month return?
+319.74% over the trailing 12 months.
Is WDC above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +16.72% versus 200DMA ($378.13).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−49.65% on 2025-04-04.