S&P 500 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Microsoftoration (MSFT), Sempra (SRE) and more
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S&P 500 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: Microsoftoration (MSFT), Sempra (SRE) and more
Screening all 503 S&P 500 constituents for stocks nearest to their 2026 year-to-date high and their 2026 YTD low. Data as of August 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: Financial (2), Industrials (2), Technology (1)
| Ticker | Company | Sector | Price Last | % Realized | 2026 YTD High Date | RSI | % above MA200 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | Technology | $499.86 | +5.69% | 2026-08-06 | 78.7 | +15.4% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| BRK-B | Berkshire Hathaway Inc | Financial | $524.61 | +5.59% | 2026-08-06 | 67.2 | +6.8% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| V | Visa Inc | Financial | $370.47 | +6.92% | 2026-08-06 | 61.0 | +11.9% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| RTX | RTX Corp | Industrials | $223.25 | +19.23% | 2026-08-06 | 72.0 | +17.9% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| ETN | Eaton Corporation plc | Industrials | $448.19 | +36.93% | 2026-08-06 | 63.2 | +19.2% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | Technology | Price Last: $499.86 | % Realized: +5.69% | RSI: 78.7 | % above MA200: +15.4% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Microsoft Corporation develops software, services, devices, and solutions, including its Azure cloud platform, Office productivity suite, and Windows operating system. Investors should care due to its strong market position and growth potential in cloud computing and AI technologies.
Currently, MSFT has an RSI(14) of 78.7, indicating overbought conditions. The mixed signals from MA alignment—price above MA20/MA50/MA200—suggest potential volatility, despite being 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high.
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BRK-B | Berkshire Hathaway Inc | Financial | Price Last: $524.61 | % Realized: +5.59% | RSI: 67.2 | % above MA200: +6.8% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. is a diversified holding company with significant investments in various sectors, including insurance, utilities, and consumer goods. Investors should care due to its strong management, consistent performance, and ability to generate substantial cash flow, making it a reliable long-term investment.
The current technical situation indicates bullish momentum, with an RSI(14) of 67.2 and a bullish MA alignment: price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200. The stock is also 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting a potential breakout.
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V | Visa Inc | Financial | Price Last: $370.47 | % Realized: +6.92% | RSI: 61.0 | % above MA200: +11.9% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Visa Inc is a global payments technology company facilitating digital payments and transactions. Investors should care due to its critical role in the growing e-commerce sector and its ability to capitalize on the shift towards cashless transactions.
Visa's current RSI(14) is 61.0, indicating bullish momentum. The stock shows a strong MA alignment: price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, suggesting a sustained uptrend.
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RTX | RTX Corp | Industrials | Price Last: $223.25 | % Realized: +19.23% | RSI: 72.0 | % above MA200: +17.9% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
RTX Corp (RTX) specializes in aerospace and defense technologies, providing advanced systems and services for commercial and military applications. Investors should care due to its strategic importance in national security and innovation, positioning it for growth in a robust defense spending environment.
The current technical situation indicates strong momentum, with an RSI of 72.0 and a bullish MA alignment: price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200. The stock is also 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting a potential breakout.
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ETN | Eaton Corporation plc | Industrials | Price Last: $448.19 | % Realized: +36.93% | RSI: 63.2 | % above MA200: +19.2% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Eaton Corporation plc specializes in power management solutions, providing energy-efficient products and services to help customers manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power more effectively. Investors should care due to its critical role in the transition to sustainable energy and infrastructure modernization.
The current technical situation indicates strong momentum, with an RSI(14) of 63.2 and a bullish MA alignment: price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200. The stock is also 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting a potential breakout.
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📉 Nearest to 2026 Low
Sectors represented: Utilities (2), Consumer Cyclical (2), Industrials (1)
| Ticker | Company | Sector | Price Last | % Realized | 2026 YTD Low Date | RSI | % above MA200 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SRE | Sempra | Utilities | $84.35 | -5.97% | 2026-08-06 | 26.0 | -8.1% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| PEG | Public Service Enterprise Group Inc | Utilities | $75.04 | -7.35% | 2026-08-06 | 27.6 | -7.1% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| ROL | Rollins, Inc | Consumer Cyclical | $36.83 | -37.59% | 2026-08-06 | 25.3 | -32.3% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| APTV | Aptiv PLC | Consumer Cyclical | $46.30 | -40.97% | 2026-08-06 | 32.0 | -33.8% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| CHRW | C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc | Industrials | $146.66 | -10.42% | 2026-08-06 | 29.5 | -14.9% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
SRE | Sempra | Utilities | Price Last: $84.35 | % Realized: -5.97% | RSI: 26.0 | % above MA200: -8.1% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Sempra (SRE) is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on delivering reliable energy solutions, including natural gas and renewable energy projects. Investors should care due to its strategic role in the energy transition and potential for stable cash flows amid evolving energy demands.
The current technical situation indicates a bearish trend, with an RSI(14) of 26.0 and a MA alignment of price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200, suggesting sustained downtrend and testing major support just 0.0% above its 2026 YTD low.
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PEG | Public Service Enterprise Group Inc | Utilities | Price Last: $75.04 | % Realized: -7.35% | RSI: 27.6 | % above MA200: -7.1% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Public Service Enterprise Group Inc (PEG) operates as a public utility, providing electricity and natural gas services. Investors should care due to its critical role in energy infrastructure and the potential impact of regulatory changes on its operational efficiency and profitability.
The current technical situation indicates a bearish trend, with an RSI(14) of 27.6 and a MA alignment of price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200, suggesting sustained downtrend and testing major support just 0.0% above its 2026 YTD low.
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ROL | Rollins, Inc | Consumer Cyclical | Price Last: $36.83 | % Realized: -37.59% | RSI: 25.3 | % above MA200: -32.3% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Rollins, Inc. provides pest and termite control services, operating through subsidiaries like Orkin. Investors should care due to its essential service nature, which can provide stability in economic downturns, but current performance raises concerns about growth potential.
The technical situation is concerning, with an RSI(14) of 25.3 indicating oversold conditions and a bearish MA alignment: price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200, suggesting a sustained downtrend and testing major support.
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APTV | Aptiv PLC | Consumer Cyclical | Price Last: $46.30 | % Realized: -40.97% | RSI: 32.0 | % above MA200: -33.8% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Aptiv PLC specializes in advanced automotive technology, focusing on connectivity and safety solutions. Investors should care as the company plays a crucial role in the transition to electric and autonomous vehicles, sectors poised for significant growth amid evolving automotive trends.
The current technical situation indicates a bearish trend, with an RSI of 32.0 and a MA alignment of price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200, suggesting sustained downtrend and potential warning signs for investors.
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CHRW | C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc | Industrials | Price Last: $146.66 | % Realized: -10.42% | RSI: 29.5 | % above MA200: -14.9% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. is a logistics company specializing in freight transportation and supply chain solutions. Investors should care due to its significant role in global trade, impacting shipping costs and efficiency, which are critical in a fluctuating economic environment.
The current technical situation shows a bearish trend with an RSI(14) of 29.5, indicating oversold conditions. The stock is below MA20/MA50/MA200, signaling mixed signals and testing major support, being only 0.0% above its 2026 YTD low.
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Market Commentary
The proximity of certain S&P 500 stocks to their 2026 year-to-date extremes indicates a significant divergence in market performance. Stocks like Microsoft Corporation, Berkshire Hathaway Inc, Visa Inc, RTX Corp, and Eaton Corporation plc are all at 0.0% from their highs, suggesting strong investor confidence and robust fundamentals. Conversely, companies such as Sempra, Public Service Enterprise Group Inc, Rollins, Inc, Aptiv PLC, and C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc are only slightly above their lows, reflecting potential challenges or sector-specific headwinds.
This divergence can be attributed to varying sector themes and market conditions. The high-performing stocks are likely benefiting from strong earnings reports, favorable economic indicators, or sector resilience, particularly in technology and finance. In contrast, the underperforming stocks may be facing regulatory challenges, supply chain issues, or shifts in consumer demand that are impacting their profitability and growth prospects.
Investors should closely monitor upcoming earnings reports and economic data releases, as these will provide insights into the sustainability of current trends. Additionally, shifts in interest rates and inflation could influence market dynamics, potentially impacting both high and low-performing stocks. Keeping an eye on sector rotation and investor sentiment will be crucial for making informed investment decisions moving forward.
Methodology: All 503 S&P 500 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.