AZPN vs. DSGX

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

AZPN (Aspen Technology, Inc.) and DSGX (The Descartes Systems Group Inc.) are both stocks. Both operate in the Software - Application industry within the Technology sector. At a 0.24 correlation, their price movements are largely independent.

Performance

AZPN vs. DSGX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Aspen Technology, Inc. (AZPN) and The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

AZPN

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

DSGX

• 1D: -4.51%
• 1M: 0.53%
• YTD: -15.46%
• 6M: -10.67%
• 1Y: -35.61%
• 3Y*: -1.26%
• 5Y*: 3.05%
• 10Y*: 13.54%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

AZPN vs. DSGX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
AZPN Aspen Technology, Inc.	0.00%	5.89%	13.39%	7.18%	34.95%	16.85%	7.71%	47.15%	24.14%	21.07%
DSGX The Descartes Systems Group Inc.	-15.46%	-22.83%	35.14%	20.69%	-15.76%	41.38%	36.89%	61.45%	-6.83%	32.71%

Correlation

The correlation between AZPN and DSGX is 0.24, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.18
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.25
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.34
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 28, 1999	0.24

The correlation between AZPN and DSGX shifts across timeframes, from 0.18 (3 years) to 0.34 (10 years), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

Fundamentals

Total Revenue (TTM) AZPN : $1.14B DSGX : $730.62M
Gross Profit (TTM) AZPN : $626.06M DSGX : $521.45M
EBITDA (TTM) AZPN : $332.95M DSGX : $309.43M

Return for Risk

AZPN vs. DSGX — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

DSGX

DSGX Risk / Return Rank: 9
DSGX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 6
DSGX Sortino Ratio Rank: 7
DSGX Omega Ratio Rank: 8
DSGX Calmar Ratio Rank: 11
DSGX Martin Ratio Rank: 11

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

AZPN vs. DSGX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Aspen Technology, Inc. (AZPN) and The Descartes Systems Group Inc. (DSGX). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	AZPN	DSGX	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	-0.92	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	0.10	—
Sharpe Ratio (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	—	0.46	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.15	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	AZPN	DSGX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-98.95%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-45.66%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-48.72%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-48.72%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-48.72%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-39.50%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-69.26%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	27.72%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	AZPN	DSGX	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	14.36%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	31.33%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	38.72%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	30.45%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	29.50%	—

Dividends

AZPN vs. DSGX - Dividend Comparison

Neither AZPN nor DSGX has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both AZPN and DSGX in my portfolio?

AZPN and DSGX have a correlation of 0.24, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.