NetScout Systems, Inc. (NTCT)

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

NetScout Systems, Inc. (NTCT) has returned 17.48% so far this year and 51.31% over the past 12 months. Over the last ten years, NTCT has returned 3.41% per year, falling short of the S&P 500 Index benchmark, which averaged 12.16% annually.

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Aug 12, 1999, NTCT's average daily return is +0.08%, while the average monthly return is +1.45%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 4.0 years.

Historically, 50% of months were positive and 50% were negative. The best month was Aug 1999 with a return of +71.9%, while the worst month was Mar 2009 at -45.8%. The longest winning streak lasted 5 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 6 months.

On a daily basis, NTCT closed higher 49% of trading days. The best single day was Aug 23, 2002 with a return of +37.0%, while the worst single day was Jun 13, 2001 at -38.3%.

NetScout Systems, Inc. has an annualized alpha of 11.97%, beta of 1.23, and R² of 0.16 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since August 13, 1999.

• This stock participated in 137.17% of S&P 500 Index downside but only 134.50% of its upside — more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
• R² of 0.16 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.

NTCT ranks 85 for risk / return — in the top 85% of stocks on our site. This means strong returns relative to risk — exactly what professional investors look for. Well-suited for investors who want to maximize return per unit of risk.

The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for NetScout Systems, Inc. (NTCT) 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 NetScout Systems, 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 NetScout Systems, Inc. was 92.88%, occurring on Apr 29, 2003. Recovery took 2721 trading sessions.

The current NetScout Systems, Inc. drawdown is 32.83%.

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.

The chart below illustrates the trends in the financial health of NetScout Systems, 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 NetScout Systems, 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.