XLP monthly performance report
View XLP's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
XLP monthly report
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Key takeaways
- XLP (XLP) closed November 2026 at $92.35, up 3.28% for the month and +19.44% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, XLP is +18.89%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.80% versus its 200-day moving average ($84.88), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, XLP has underperformed the S&P 500 by −37.88%, with a relative strength index reading of 77.9.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
XLP ended November 2026 at $92.35, posting a monthly return of +3.28%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +3.46%.
The current quarter stands at +14.58% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.80% versus the 200-day moving average ($84.88).
Year-to-date, XLP is +18.89% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +8.26%. The stock is currently −1.12% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −10.75%.
| Period | XLP | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +1.42% | −0.36% | +1.78% |
| 1 Week | +2.52% | +2.59% | −0.07% |
| 1 Month | +3.28% | −0.18% | +3.46% |
| 3 Months | +9.06% | −2.37% | +11.43% |
| 6 Months | +8.67% | +0.83% | +7.84% |
| YTD | +18.89% | +10.62% | +8.26% |
| 12 Months | +19.44% | +12.25% | +7.19% |
| 3 Years | +33.49% | +71.37% | −37.88% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | +10.94% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +7.78% |
| #3 | Jan 2026 | +7.51% |
| #4 | Aug 2024 | +5.99% |
| #5 | Feb 2025 | +5.19% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | −8.92% |
| #2 | Dec 2024 | −5.54% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −5.43% |
| #4 | Sep 2026 | −5.15% |
| #5 | Oct 2024 | −3.47% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | −3.21% |
| Q4 2025 | −0.88% |
| Q1 2026 | +5.54% |
| Q2 2026 | +1.33% |
| Q3 2026 | −2.97% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +14.58% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −3.38% |
| 2024 | +9.14% |
| 2025 | −1.18% |
| 2026 | +18.89% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $93.40 (2026-11-05) |
| 52-Week Low | $76.23 (2025-11-19) |
| Current Price | $92.35 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $84.88 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.80% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −10.75% (2026-10-01) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −1.12% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 77.9 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −37.88% |
| RS Peak | 100.4 (Apr 2025) |
| RS Trough | 66.6 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was XLP's return for this report period?
XLP returned +3.28% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has XLP outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD XLP: +18.89% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is XLP's 12-month return?
+19.44% over the trailing 12 months.
Is XLP above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.80% versus 200DMA ($84.88).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−10.75% on 2026-10-01.