XLC monthly performance report
Check XLC's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
XLC monthly report
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Key takeaways
- XLC (XLC) closed November 2026 at $107.36, up 7.47% for the month and −4.24% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, XLC is −8.80%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.38% YTD.
- The stock is trading −4.62% versus its 200-day moving average ($112.57), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, XLC has underperformed the S&P 500 by −14.21%, with a relative strength index reading of 91.8.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 61.5% — 24 positive months versus 15 negative months.
XLC ended November 2026 at $107.36, posting a monthly return of +7.47%. The S&P 500 returned −0.40% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +7.87%.
The current quarter stands at −3.25% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −4.62% versus the 200-day moving average ($112.57).
Year-to-date, XLC is −8.80% against SPY +10.38%, a gap of −19.18%. The stock is currently −10.83% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −18.21%.
| Period | XLC | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +2.45% | +2.37% | +0.09% |
| 1 Week | +7.08% | +0.08% | +7.00% |
| 1 Month | +7.47% | −0.40% | +7.87% |
| 3 Months | −3.51% | −2.32% | −1.19% |
| 6 Months | −8.19% | +2.04% | −10.24% |
| YTD | −8.80% | +10.38% | −19.18% |
| 12 Months | −4.24% | +12.18% | −16.42% |
| 3 Years | +59.29% | +73.49% | −14.21% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Nov 2023 | +7.80% |
| #2 | Nov 2026 | +7.47% |
| #3 | Jun 2025 | +7.03% |
| #4 | May 2024 | +6.94% |
| #5 | Nov 2024 | +6.91% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | −9.98% |
| #2 | Jun 2026 | −7.40% |
| #3 | Mar 2026 | −6.09% |
| #4 | Mar 2025 | −5.44% |
| #5 | Apr 2024 | −4.65% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +9.07% |
| Q4 2025 | −0.55% |
| Q1 2026 | −5.83% |
| Q2 2026 | −3.36% |
| Q3 2026 | +3.58% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −3.25% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +51.41% |
| 2024 | +33.24% |
| 2025 | +21.60% |
| 2026 | −8.80% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $120.40 (2026-02-02) |
| 52-Week Low | $99.32 (2026-10-30) |
| Current Price | $107.36 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $112.57 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −4.62% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −18.21% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −10.83% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 91.8 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −14.21% |
| RS Peak | 116 (Sep 2025) |
| RS Trough | 84.7 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was XLC's return for this report period?
XLC returned +7.47% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-09.
Has XLC outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD XLC: −8.80% vs SPY: +10.38%.
What is XLC's 12-month return?
−4.24% over the trailing 12 months.
Is XLC above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −4.62% versus 200DMA ($112.57).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−18.21% on 2025-04-08.