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Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Palo Alto Networks (PANW), O'Reilly Automotive, (ORLY) and more

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Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Palo Alto Networks (PANW), O'Reilly Automotive, (ORLY) and more

Screening all 101 Nasdaq 100 constituents for stocks nearest to their 2026 year-to-date high and their 2026 YTD low. Data as of July 07, 2026. % Realized = total return since Jan 1 2026.

Legend: RSI > 70 = overbought · RSI < 30 = oversold · Green % Realized = positive YTD return · Red = negative.

📈 Nearest to 2026 High

Sectors represented: Technology (3), Healthcare (1), Communication Services (1)

Nearest to 2026 High — Top 5
TickerCompanySectorPrice Last% Realized2026 YTD High DateRSI% above MA200Trend
PANWPalo Alto Networks IncTechnology$357.53+99.33%2026-07-0675.8+76.1%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
VRTXVertex Pharmaceuticals, IncHealthcare$529.59+17.13%2026-07-0672.2+19.0%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
CRWDCrowdstrike Holdings IncTechnology$199.38+75.83%2026-07-0669.2+57.6%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
FTNTFortinet IncTechnology$162.35+108.46%2026-07-0667.6+72.8%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
TTWOTake-Two Interactive Software, IncCommunication Services$258.41+2.71%2026-07-0675.3+11.9%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
PANW chart

PANW  |  Palo Alto Networks Inc  |  Technology  |  Price Last: $357.53  |  % Realized: +99.33%  |  RSI: 75.8  |  % above MA200: +76.1%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Palo Alto Networks Inc is a cybersecurity company providing advanced threat prevention and security solutions. Investors should care because its innovative products and strong market position drive growth, making it a significant player in the expanding cybersecurity market.

Palo Alto Networks Inc is in a sustained uptrend with price ($351.35) above MA20 > MA50 > MA200. RSI(14) is 75.8, nearing overbought territory. The stock is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, indicating potential breakout level, with 99.3% return over the 2026 YTD period.

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VRTX chart

VRTX  |  Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $529.59  |  % Realized: +17.13%  |  RSI: 72.2  |  % above MA200: +19.0%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc is a biotechnology company that develops and commercializes treatments for cystic fibrosis and other serious diseases. Investors should care because its cystic fibrosis treatments have shown significant market success and the company continues to expand its pipeline.

Vertex Pharmaceuticals shows strong technical momentum with an RSI(14) of 72.2 and a bullish MA alignment (price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200). The stock is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, indicating potential for a breakout.

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CRWD chart

CRWD  |  Crowdstrike Holdings Inc  |  Technology  |  Price Last: $199.38  |  % Realized: +75.83%  |  RSI: 69.2  |  % above MA200: +57.6%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Crowdstrike Holdings Inc provides cloud-delivered endpoint security solutions, protecting endpoints from cyber threats. Investors should care as the company's technology is crucial for organizations to prevent cyberattacks, making its growth prospects tied to the increasing demand for cybersecurity.

Crowdstrike's technicals indicate momentum: RSI(14) is 69.2, nearing overbought territory. The MA alignment is bullish with price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, and the stock is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting a potential breakout.

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FTNT chart

FTNT  |  Fortinet Inc  |  Technology  |  Price Last: $162.35  |  % Realized: +108.46%  |  RSI: 67.6  |  % above MA200: +72.8%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Fortinet Inc is a cybersecurity company providing security solutions such as firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Investors should care because its products protect networks from cyber threats, a growing concern for businesses and organizations.

Fortinet Inc is in a sustained uptrend with price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, RSI(14) at 67.6, and is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, indicating strong momentum with no immediate signs of overbought conditions or reversal.

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TTWO chart

TTWO  |  Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc  |  Communication Services  |  Price Last: $258.41  |  % Realized: +2.71%  |  RSI: 75.3  |  % above MA200: +11.9%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc is a leading video game publisher behind popular titles such as Grand Theft Auto and Red Dead Redemption. Investors should care due to its significant market presence and potential for growth in the gaming industry.

The stock's RSI(14) is 75.3, indicating strong momentum as it is above MA20, MA50, and MA200. Currently, it is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting a potential breakout.

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📉 Nearest to 2026 Low

Sectors represented: Consumer Cyclical (1), Communication Services (1), Real Estate (1), Utilities (1), Industrials (1)

Nearest to 2026 Low — Top 5
TickerCompanySectorPrice Last% Realized2026 YTD Low DateRSI% above MA200Trend
ORLYO'Reilly Automotive, IncConsumer Cyclical$84.24-6.75%2026-07-0640.2-11.0%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
WBDWarner Bros. Discovery IncCommunication Services$26.12-8.38%2026-07-0644.8+1.2%Above MA200 · Below MA20, MA50
CSGPCostar Group, IncReal Estate$28.70-56.31%2026-06-3044.1-46.5%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
CEGConstellation Energy CorporationUtilities$245.87-32.87%2026-07-0138.8-22.2%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
CPRTCopart, IncIndustrials$29.24-22.58%2026-06-2943.3-21.7%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
ORLY chart

ORLY  |  O'Reilly Automotive, Inc  |  Consumer Cyclical  |  Price Last: $84.24  |  % Realized: -6.75%  |  RSI: 40.2  |  % above MA200: -11.0%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

O'Reilly Automotive, Inc (ORLY) operates a retail chain selling automotive aftermarket parts, tools, and supplies. Investors should care due to its significant market presence and potential for steady demand, making it a key player in the auto parts retail sector.

ORLY's technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 40.2 indicating weakening momentum. The MA alignment (price $85.11 < MA20 < MA50 < MA200) confirms a sustained downtrend. The stock is at its 2026 YTD low, returning -6.8% YTD, signaling a potential warning sign.

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WBD chart

WBD  |  Warner Bros. Discovery Inc  |  Communication Services  |  Price Last: $26.12  |  % Realized: -8.38%  |  RSI: 44.8  |  % above MA200: +1.2%  |  Trend: Above MA200 · Below MA20, MA50

Warner Bros. Discovery Inc is a media conglomerate with a diverse portfolio of entertainment and news assets, including Warner Bros. film studio, HBO, and Discovery Channel, making it a significant player in content creation and distribution.

WBD's technicals indicate a warning sign: RSI(14) at 44.8 suggests neutral momentum, while price is below MA20/MA50 but above MA200, showing mixed signals; it's 0.0% above its 2026 YTD low, testing major support.

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CSGP chart

CSGP  |  Costar Group, Inc  |  Real Estate  |  Price Last: $28.70  |  % Realized: -56.31%  |  RSI: 44.1  |  % above MA200: -46.5%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Costar Group, Inc provides commercial real estate information, analytics, and marketplace services, enabling investors to assess market trends and make informed decisions. Its data-driven platform is crucial for understanding the commercial property landscape.

The stock's technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 44.1, price below MA20, MA50, and MA200, indicating a sustained downtrend. The stock is 1.3% above its 2026 YTD low, testing major support, and has returned -56.3% YTD.

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CEG chart

CEG  |  Constellation Energy Corporation  |  Utilities  |  Price Last: $245.87  |  % Realized: -32.87%  |  RSI: 38.8  |  % above MA200: -22.2%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Constellation Energy Corporation is a leading energy company that generates and supplies electricity, with a significant nuclear generation capacity. Investors should care due to its critical role in the US energy market and potential impact from nuclear energy policy changes.

Constellation Energy's technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 38.8 indicating oversold conditions, and a sustained downtrend as price ($244.85) remains below MA20, MA50, and MA200, with the stock only 4.0% above its 2026 YTD low.

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CPRT chart

CPRT  |  Copart, Inc  |  Industrials  |  Price Last: $29.24  |  % Realized: -22.58%  |  RSI: 43.3  |  % above MA200: -21.7%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Copart, Inc (CPRT) operates an online vehicle auction and remarketing platform, connecting buyers and sellers of used vehicles. Investors should care because its market position and pricing power impact profitability.

Copart's technical situation is bearish: RSI(14) is 43.3, indicating neutral momentum, but MA alignment shows a sustained downtrend with price ($29.32) < MA20 < MA50 < MA200, and the stock is 4.1% above its 2026 YTD low.

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Market Commentary

The Nasdaq 100 stocks listed are near their 2026 year-to-date (YTD) extremes, with some at their highs and others at their lows. Stocks like PANW, VRTX, CRWD, FTNT, and TTWO are at their 2026 YTD highs, indicating strong performance, while ORLY and WBD are at their 2026 YTD lows, showing weakness.

The technology sector themes driving these moves include cybersecurity, with PANW, CRWD, and FTNT at their YTD highs, suggesting investor confidence in this area. The gaming sector is also performing well, as evidenced by TTWO's YTD high. In contrast, WBD's low may be related to challenges in the media and entertainment sector. Macro conditions, such as investor sentiment and economic outlook, are likely influencing these trends.

Investors and traders should watch the performance of these stocks relative to their YTD extremes and monitor sector-specific news and macroeconomic indicators. The proximity of these stocks to their YTD highs and lows may indicate potential for breakout or reversal, making them worth watching for trading opportunities or portfolio adjustments.


Methodology: All 101 Nasdaq 100 constituents screened. Close prices downloaded from 2026-01-01. Period high = highest close since Jan 1 2026; period low = lowest close since Jan 1 2026. Distance = (current price / period extreme − 1) × 100. Technical indicators computed on up to 1 year of daily OHLCV data.

Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. Not investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

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