Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM)

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The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in Akamai Technologies, Inc., comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.

Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) has returned 31.63% so far this year and 42.67% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, AKAM has returned 7.60% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Oct 29, 1999, AKAM's average daily return is +0.07%, while the average monthly return is +1.50%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 3.9 years.

Historically, 54% of months were positive and 46% were negative. The best month was Nov 2002 with a return of +112.4%, while the worst month was Mar 2001 at -49.5%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, AKAM closed higher 50% of trading days. The best single day was Nov 21, 2002 with a return of +45.6%, while the worst single day was Apr 14, 2000 at -26.3%.

Akamai Technologies, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 7.38%, beta of 1.39, and R² of 0.19 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since November 01, 1999.

• This stock captured 202.57% of S&P 500 Index gains and 179.95% of its losses — amplifying both gains and losses, but participating more in upside than downside.
• R² of 0.19 means this stock moves largely independently of S&P 500 Index — capture ratios reflect limited market correlation rather than active downside protection. Consider using a more representative benchmark.

AKAM ranks 75 for risk / return — better than 75% of stocks on our site. You're getting solid returns for the risk taken. A good sign, especially for investors who want growth without excessive volatility.

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Akamai Technologies, Inc. (AKAM) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the Akamai Technologies, Inc.. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the Akamai Technologies, Inc. was 99.80%, occurring on Oct 7, 2002. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Akamai Technologies, Inc. drawdown is 64.94%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Akamai Technologies, Inc. over time, highlighting three key metrics: Total Revenue, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes (EBIT), and Net Income.

The Valuation section provides an overview of how Akamai Technologies, Inc. is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Software - Infrastructure industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.