XEL monthly performance report
Explore XEL's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
XEL monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Xcel Energy (XEL) closed November 2026 at $81.61, up 2.24% for the month and +1.83% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, XEL is +10.49%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +4.03% versus its 200-day moving average ($78.45), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, XEL has underperformed the S&P 500 by −31.32%, with a relative strength index reading of 81.7.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
Xcel Energy ended November 2026 at $81.61, posting a monthly return of +2.24%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +2.42%.
The current quarter stands at +15.79% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +4.03% versus the 200-day moving average ($78.45).
Year-to-date, XEL is +10.49% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −0.13%. The stock is currently −3.11% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −23.99%.
| Period | XEL | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.13% | −0.36% | +0.50% |
| 1 Week | +2.44% | +2.59% | −0.16% |
| 1 Month | +2.24% | −0.18% | +2.42% |
| 3 Months | +3.08% | −2.37% | +5.45% |
| 6 Months | +2.13% | +0.83% | +1.30% |
| YTD | +10.49% | +10.62% | −0.13% |
| 12 Months | +1.83% | +12.25% | −10.42% |
| 3 Years | +40.05% | +71.37% | −31.32% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | +13.25% |
| #2 | Sep 2025 | +11.41% |
| #3 | Feb 2026 | +9.60% |
| #4 | Jul 2024 | +9.12% |
| #5 | Nov 2024 | +8.61% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Feb 2024 | −11.99% |
| #2 | Dec 2025 | −10.05% |
| #3 | Dec 2024 | −6.95% |
| #4 | Sep 2026 | −6.88% |
| #5 | Mar 2026 | −4.70% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +18.43% |
| Q4 2025 | −8.42% |
| Q1 2026 | +7.55% |
| Q2 2026 | +1.08% |
| Q3 2026 | −12.23% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +15.79% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −11.70% |
| 2024 | +9.06% |
| 2025 | +9.39% |
| 2026 | +10.49% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $84.23 (2026-02-26) |
| 52-Week Low | $68.72 (2026-09-25) |
| Current Price | $81.61 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $78.45 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +4.03% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −23.99% (2024-03-06) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −3.11% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 81.7 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −31.32% |
| RS Peak | 103 (Jan 2024) |
| RS Trough | 68.4 (Sep 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was XEL's return for this report period?
XEL returned +2.24% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has XEL outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD XEL: +10.49% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is XEL's 12-month return?
+1.83% over the trailing 12 months.
Is XEL above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +4.03% versus 200DMA ($78.45).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−23.99% on 2024-03-06.