XLK monthly performance report
Explore XLK's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
XLK monthly report
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Key takeaways
- XLK (XLK) closed November 2026 at $170.28, down 5.14% for the month and +18.84% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, XLK is +18.27%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −0.20% versus its 200-day moving average ($170.62), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, XLK has outperformed the S&P 500 by +19.44%, with a relative strength index reading of 111.3.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 56.4% — 22 positive months versus 17 negative months.
XLK ended November 2026 at $170.28, posting a monthly return of −5.14%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −4.96%.
The current quarter stands at −13.01% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −0.20% versus the 200-day moving average ($170.62).
Year-to-date, XLK is +18.27% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +7.65%. The stock is currently −16.22% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −25.79%.
| Period | XLK | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −2.01% | −0.36% | −1.65% |
| 1 Week | +3.36% | +2.59% | +0.77% |
| 1 Month | −5.14% | −0.18% | −4.96% |
| 3 Months | −10.53% | −2.37% | −8.16% |
| 6 Months | −5.14% | +0.83% | −5.97% |
| YTD | +18.27% | +10.62% | +7.65% |
| 12 Months | +18.84% | +12.25% | +6.59% |
| 3 Years | +90.81% | +71.37% | +19.44% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2026 | +20.02% |
| #2 | May 2026 | +19.76% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +12.90% |
| #4 | May 2025 | +9.97% |
| #5 | Jun 2025 | +9.66% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2025 | −8.44% |
| #2 | Oct 2026 | −8.30% |
| #3 | Jul 2026 | −7.96% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −6.68% |
| #5 | Apr 2024 | −5.76% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +11.31% |
| Q4 2025 | +2.16% |
| Q1 2026 | −7.69% |
| Q2 2026 | +43.36% |
| Q3 2026 | +2.75% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | −13.01% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +54.68% |
| 2024 | +20.80% |
| 2025 | +23.83% |
| 2026 | +18.27% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $203.25 (2026-10-06) |
| 52-Week Low | $126.68 (2026-03-30) |
| Current Price | $170.28 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $170.62 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −0.20% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −25.79% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −16.22% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 111.3 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +19.44% |
| RS Peak | 128.7 (Jun 2026) |
| RS Trough | 89 (Apr 2025) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was XLK's return for this report period?
XLK returned −5.14% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has XLK outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD XLK: +18.27% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is XLK's 12-month return?
+18.84% over the trailing 12 months.
Is XLK above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −0.20% versus 200DMA ($170.62).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−25.79% on 2025-04-08.