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Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Vertex Pharmaceuticals, (VRTX), Monster Beverage (MNST) and more

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Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Vertex Pharmaceuticals, (VRTX), Monster Beverage (MNST) and more

Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Vertex Pharmaceuticals, (VRTX), Monster Beverage (MNST) 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 September 03, 2026. % Realized = total return since Jan 1 2026.

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

📈 Nearest to 2026 High

Sectors represented: Healthcare (4), Communication Services (1)

Nearest to 2026 High β€” Top 5
TickerCompanySectorPrice Last% Realized2026 YTD High DateRSI% above MA200Trend
VRTXVertex Pharmaceuticals, IncHealthcare$556.75+23.14%2026-09-0267.1+19.6%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
REGNRegeneron Pharmaceuticals, IncHealthcare$852.03+9.75%2026-09-0269.4+16.5%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
EAElectronic Arts, IncCommunication Services$209.70+0.38%2026-08-04β€”β€”β€”
BIIBBiogen IncHealthcare$222.67+25.22%2026-09-0261.9+16.7%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
AMGNAMGEN IncHealthcare$442.84+35.16%2026-08-2466.6+23.7%Above MA20, MA50, MA200
VRTX chart

VRTX  |  Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $556.75  |  % Realized: +23.14%  |  RSI: 67.1  |  % above MA200: +19.6%  |  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 potential for continued growth.

The stock exhibits bullish technicals with RSI(14) at 67.1, price above MA20, MA50, and MA200, and is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, indicating sustained uptrend and potential breakout momentum.

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REGN chart

REGN  |  Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $852.03  |  % Realized: +9.75%  |  RSI: 69.4  |  % above MA200: +16.5%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc develops and commercializes medicines for serious diseases, leveraging its antibody technology platform. Investors should care due to its innovative pipeline and potential for significant revenue growth from its existing products, such as Eylea and Dupixent.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc is in a sustained uptrend with a bullish MA alignment: price ($850.32) > MA20 > MA50 > MA200. The RSI(14) is 69.4, nearing overbought territory. It's 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, indicating potential breakout momentum.

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EA chart

EA  |  Electronic Arts, Inc  |  Communication Services  |  Price Last: $209.70  |  % Realized: +0.38%  |  RSI: β€”  |  % above MA200: β€”  |  Trend: β€”

Electronic Arts, Inc (EA) is a video game company that develops and publishes games such as FIFA and Madden NFL. Investors should care because its performance is tied to the gaming industry's growth and popularity of its flagship titles.

The stock is near its 2026 YTD high, up 0.4% YTD. Since MA data is incomplete and RSI(14) is N/A, we cannot assess momentum or trend strength. The proximity to its YTD high may indicate a potential breakout.

BIIB chart

BIIB  |  Biogen Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $222.67  |  % Realized: +25.22%  |  RSI: 61.9  |  % above MA200: +16.7%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

Biogen Inc is a biotechnology company that develops treatments for neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Investors should care because its therapies for conditions like multiple sclerosis have significant market potential and the company's pipeline impacts its growth prospects.

Biogen Inc's current technical situation indicates sustained uptrend momentum with price at $222.75, RSI(14) at 61.9, and bullish MA alignment (price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200). The stock is near its 2026 YTD high, up 25.2% YTD, suggesting potential for further breakout.

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AMGN chart

AMGN  |  AMGEN Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $442.84  |  % Realized: +35.16%  |  RSI: 66.6  |  % above MA200: +23.7%  |  Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200

AMGEN Inc is a biotechnology company that develops and markets human therapeutics based on advances in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on serious illnesses such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis, with a diverse portfolio of blockbuster drugs.

AMGN's technicals indicate sustained uptrend with price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, RSI(14) at 66.6, and is 0.2% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting momentum near a potential breakout level with 35.2% 2026 YTD return.

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📉 Nearest to 2026 Low

Sectors represented: Consumer Defensive (1), Industrials (1), Communication Services (1), Healthcare (1), Utilities (1)

Nearest to 2026 Low β€” Top 5
TickerCompanySectorPrice Last% Realized2026 YTD Low DateRSI% above MA200Trend
MNSTMonster Beverage CorpConsumer Defensive$44.42-41.68%2026-09-0240.8-43.1%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
HONHoneywell International IncIndustrials$206.07+0.31%2026-01-0232.0-10.3%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
EAElectronic Arts, IncCommunication Services$209.70+0.38%2026-07-17β€”β€”β€”
IDXXIdexx Laboratories, IncHealthcare$538.99-19.55%2026-06-3041.5-11.3%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
EXCExelon CorpUtilities$43.97+0.11%2026-01-1242.7-4.3%Below MA20, MA50, MA200
MNST chart

MNST  |  Monster Beverage Corp  |  Consumer Defensive  |  Price Last: $44.42  |  % Realized: -41.68%  |  RSI: 40.8  |  % above MA200: -43.1%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Monster Beverage Corp (MNST) is a leading developer and distributor of energy drinks, including its namesake Monster Energy brand. Investors should care about its performance as it reflects consumer trends and competitive positioning in the beverage industry.

The stock is in a sustained downtrend with price ($44.43) below all key MAs (MA20, MA50, MA200), RSI(14) at 40.8 indicating bearish momentum, and is testing major support at its 2026 YTD low, down 41.7% YTD.

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HON chart

HON  |  Honeywell International Inc  |  Industrials  |  Price Last: $206.07  |  % Realized: +0.31%  |  RSI: 32.0  |  % above MA200: -10.3%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Honeywell International Inc is a diversified technology conglomerate that produces aerospace products, building technologies, and performance materials. Investors care about its broad industrial exposure and innovation-driven growth, particularly in areas like commercial aviation and energy efficiency.

Honeywell's current technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 32.0 indicating oversold conditions and a sustained downtrend as price ($208.00) remains below MA20, MA50, and MA200. The stock is testing major support, having risen only 0.3% above its 2026 YTD low.

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EA chart

EA  |  Electronic Arts, Inc  |  Communication Services  |  Price Last: $209.70  |  % Realized: +0.38%  |  RSI: β€”  |  % above MA200: β€”  |  Trend: β€”

Electronic Arts, Inc (EA) is a video game company that develops and publishes games such as FIFA and Madden NFL. Investors should care because its performance is tied to the gaming industry's growth and popularity of its flagship titles.

The stock is near its 2026 YTD high, up 0.4% YTD. Since MA data is incomplete and RSI(14) is N/A, we cannot assess momentum or trend strength. The proximity to its YTD high may indicate a potential breakout.

IDXX chart

IDXX  |  Idexx Laboratories, Inc  |  Healthcare  |  Price Last: $538.99  |  % Realized: -19.55%  |  RSI: 41.5  |  % above MA200: -11.3%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Idexx Laboratories, Inc is a veterinary diagnostics and software company, providing products like VetLab and PetCure to companion animal veterinarians. Investors care due to its growth potential in the pet healthcare market.

IDXX's RSI(14) is 41.5, indicating neutral momentum. The bearish MA alignment (price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200) and 2.4% proximity to 2026 YTD low suggest a sustained downtrend and testing major support, potentially a warning sign.

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EXC chart

EXC  |  Exelon Corp  |  Utilities  |  Price Last: $43.97  |  % Realized: +0.11%  |  RSI: 42.7  |  % above MA200: -4.3%  |  Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200

Exelon Corp is a utility company that generates and distributes electricity, operating nuclear, natural gas, and renewable energy facilities. Investors should care about its stable cash flows and regulatory environment, which impact its dividend sustainability and long-term growth prospects.

Exelon Corp's technical situation indicates a sustained downtrend with price ($44.24) below MA20, MA50, and MA200. The RSI(14) is 42.7, nearing oversold territory. The stock is 2.5% above its 2026 YTD low, testing major support, with a 0.1% return over the 2026 YTD period.

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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 VRTX, REGN, EA, and BIIB are at their 2026 YTD highs, while MNST, HON, and EA are near their YTD lows. This indicates a significant divergence within the Nasdaq 100, with certain stocks performing exceptionally well while others are underperforming.

The technology and healthcare sectors, which have a significant presence in the Nasdaq 100, are driving these moves. Stocks like VRTX, REGN, and BIIB are biotechnology firms that have likely benefited from positive developments in their respective pipelines or market conditions. On the other hand, stocks like HON and EXC are industrials and energy companies that may be influenced by macroeconomic factors such as interest rates and economic growth.

Investors and traders should watch the factors driving these stocks' performance, including earnings reports, industry trends, and macroeconomic indicators. Specifically, they should monitor whether the current trends continue, and whether stocks near their YTD extremes will maintain their positions or revert to the mean. EA is notable for being near both its 2026 YTD high and low.


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 βˆ’ 1) Γ— 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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