Direct Digital Holdings Inc (DRCT)

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

Direct Digital Holdings Inc (DRCT) has returned -77.13% so far this year and -97.70% over the past 12 months.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Feb 11, 2022, DRCT's average daily return is +0.58%, while the average monthly return is +3.06%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 1.9 years.

Historically, 32% of months were positive and 68% were negative. The best month was Nov 2023 with a return of +379.2%, while the worst month was Nov 2025 at -69.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 2 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 5 months.

On a daily basis, DRCT closed higher 41% of trading days. The best single day was Dec 23, 2024 with a return of +900.0%, while the worst single day was Mar 28, 2025 at -45.1%.

Direct Digital Holdings Inc has an annualized alpha of 256.03%, beta of 1.79, and R² of 0.00 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since February 14, 2022.

• This stock participated in 256.06% of S&P 500 Index downside but only -45.18% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
• R² of 0.00 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.

DRCT ranks 5 for risk / return — in the bottom 5% of stocks on our site. This means you're taking on significantly more risk than the returns justify. Consider whether the potential upside is worth the volatility, or explore alternatives with better risk / return profiles.

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for Direct Digital Holdings Inc (DRCT) 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 Direct Digital Holdings 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 Direct Digital Holdings Inc was 99.96%, occurring on Mar 26, 2026. The portfolio has not yet recovered.

The current Direct Digital Holdings Inc drawdown is 99.95%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of Direct Digital Holdings 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 Direct Digital Holdings Inc is priced in the market compared to other companies in the Advertising Agencies industry. It includes key financial ratios that help investors assess whether the stock is undervalued or overvalued.