Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: NVIDIA (NVDA), Comcast (CMCSA) and more
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Nasdaq 100 2026 YTD Highs & Lows Radar: NVIDIA (NVDA), Comcast (CMCSA) and more
Screening all 101 Nasdaq 100 constituents for stocks nearest to their 2026 year-to-date high and their 2026 YTD low. Data as of October 06, 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: Technology (5)
| Ticker | Company | Sector | Price Last | % Realized | 2026 YTD High Date | RSI | % above MA200 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVDA | NVIDIA Corp | Technology | $238.90 | +26.50% | 2026-10-05 | 68.9 | +18.6% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | Technology | $525.18 | +11.05% | 2026-10-05 | 68.5 | +21.2% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| PANW | Palo Alto Networks Inc | Technology | $406.76 | +126.77% | 2026-10-05 | 69.3 | +61.0% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| CRWD | Crowdstrike Holdings Inc | Technology | $272.67 | +140.46% | 2026-10-05 | 73.4 | +75.8% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| FTNT | Fortinet Inc | Technology | $184.13 | +136.43% | 2026-10-05 | 71.5 | +53.9% | Above MA20, MA50, MA200 |
NVDA | NVIDIA Corp | Technology | Price Last: $238.90 | % Realized: +26.50% | RSI: 68.9 | % above MA200: +18.6% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
NVIDIA Corp designs high-performance GPUs and AI infrastructure that power the global shift toward accelerated computing. Investors care because the company provides the essential hardware and software stack required to train and deploy large-scale artificial intelligence models.
Momentum is strong with a bullish MA alignment (price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200) and a 26.5% return over 2026 YTD. With an RSI(14) of 68.9 and the price 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, the stock is positioned for a potential breakout.
MSFT | Microsoft Corporation | Technology | Price Last: $525.18 | % Realized: +11.05% | RSI: 68.5 | % above MA200: +21.2% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Microsoft Corporation is a technology company that develops, licenses, and supports software, hardware, and services, including Windows, Office, Azure, and Xbox. Investors care about its dominance in productivity software and cloud computing, driving revenue growth.
Microsoft's current technical situation indicates sustained uptrend with bullish MA alignment (price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200) and RSI(14) at 68.5, near a potential breakout level as it's 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting momentum.
PANW | Palo Alto Networks Inc | Technology | Price Last: $406.76 | % Realized: +126.77% | RSI: 69.3 | % above MA200: +61.0% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Palo Alto Networks Inc is a cybersecurity company providing advanced threat prevention and security solutions. Investors should care due to its strong market position and innovative products that address evolving cyber threats.
Palo Alto Networks Inc is near a potential breakout at $427.35, 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, with RSI(14) at 69.3 and a bullish MA alignment: price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, indicating sustained uptrend and potential momentum continuation.
CRWD | Crowdstrike Holdings Inc | Technology | Price Last: $272.67 | % Realized: +140.46% | RSI: 73.4 | % above MA200: +75.8% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Crowdstrike Holdings Inc is a cybersecurity company providing cloud-delivered endpoint and cloud workload protection. Investors should care because its innovative solutions are in high demand, driving growth. Specific details about its products and services are not available in the given data.
Crowdstrike's technical situation indicates strong momentum: RSI(14) is 73.4, nearing overbought territory. The MA alignment is bullish with price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200, and it's 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, suggesting a potential breakout.
FTNT | Fortinet Inc | Technology | Price Last: $184.13 | % Realized: +136.43% | RSI: 71.5 | % above MA200: +53.9% | Trend: Above MA20, MA50, MA200
Fortinet Inc is a cybersecurity company that provides security solutions such as firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Investors should care because its products protect networks from cyber threats, a growing concern for businesses and organizations.
Fortinet Inc's RSI(14) is 71.5, indicating strong momentum. The MA alignment (price > MA20 > MA50 > MA200) is bullish, suggesting a sustained uptrend. The stock is 0.0% below its 2026 YTD high, near a potential breakout.
📉 Nearest to 2026 Low
Sectors represented: Communication Services (2), Consumer Cyclical (1), Industrials (1), Consumer Defensive (1)
| Ticker | Company | Sector | Price Last | % Realized | 2026 YTD Low Date | RSI | % above MA200 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMCSA | Comcast Corp | Communication Services | $21.57 | -22.09% | 2026-10-02 | 27.5 | -19.0% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| CHTR | Charter Communications Inc | Communication Services | $107.77 | -48.50% | 2026-10-05 | 33.5 | -38.0% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| LULU | Lululemon Athletica inc | Consumer Cyclical | $93.14 | -55.82% | 2026-10-05 | 32.4 | -35.2% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| PCAR | Paccar Inc | Industrials | $109.36 | -1.97% | 2026-05-21 | 22.9 | -9.4% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
| PEP | PepsiCo Inc | Consumer Defensive | $125.65 | -11.66% | 2026-10-01 | 26.8 | -14.5% | Below MA20, MA50, MA200 |
CMCSA | Comcast Corp | Communication Services | Price Last: $21.57 | % Realized: -22.09% | RSI: 27.5 | % above MA200: -19.0% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Comcast Corp is a media and telecommunications conglomerate providing cable television, internet, and phone services, as well as owning NBCUniversal, a major media company with film, television, and theme park assets, making it a significant player in both consumer connectivity and entertainment content.
Comcast Corp's current technical situation indicates a warning sign with an RSI(14) of 27.5, suggesting oversold conditions, and a bearish MA alignment (price < MA20 < MA50 < MA200), confirming a sustained downtrend as it tests major support at its 2026 YTD low.
CHTR | Charter Communications Inc | Communication Services | Price Last: $107.77 | % Realized: -48.50% | RSI: 33.5 | % above MA200: -38.0% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Charter Communications Inc is a broadband connectivity company providing cable television, internet, and telephone services to residential and commercial customers, making it a key player in the telecommunications industry.
Charter Communications Inc is in a sustained downtrend with a bearish MA alignment (price $111.53 < MA20 < MA50 < MA200) and RSI(14) at 33.5, indicating oversold conditions near its 2026 YTD low, a potential warning sign.
LULU | Lululemon Athletica inc | Consumer Cyclical | Price Last: $93.14 | % Realized: -55.82% | RSI: 32.4 | % above MA200: -35.2% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Lululemon Athletica inc is a premium athletic apparel retailer. Investors should care about its performance as it reflects consumer spending on high-end fitness wear and the brand's ability to maintain its market share amidst growing competition.
Lululemon's current technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 32.4 indicating oversold conditions, and a sustained downtrend as price ($93.04) remains below MA20, MA50, and MA200, testing major support at its 2026 YTD low.
PCAR | Paccar Inc | Industrials | Price Last: $109.36 | % Realized: -1.97% | RSI: 22.9 | % above MA200: -9.4% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
Paccar Inc designs and manufactures heavy-duty trucks and buses. Investors should care as the company serves as a critical bellwether for global freight demand and industrial logistics infrastructure.
Technicals signal a warning sign. PCAR is trading below MA20/MA50/MA200 with an RSI(14) of 22.9. The stock is testing major support, sitting only 0.0% above its 2026 YTD low after a -2.0% return over that period.
PEP | PepsiCo Inc | Consumer Defensive | Price Last: $125.65 | % Realized: -11.66% | RSI: 26.8 | % above MA200: -14.5% | Trend: Below MA20, MA50, MA200
PepsiCo Inc is a diversified food and beverage company with brands like Pepsi, Lay's, and Gatorade. Investors care about its performance due to its significant market presence and revenue generation across various consumer product categories.
PepsiCo's current technical situation is bearish, with an RSI(14) of 26.8 indicating oversold conditions, and a sustained downtrend as price ($125.96) remains below MA20, MA50, and MA200, with the stock testing major support at its 2026 YTD low.
Market Commentary
The Nasdaq 100 stocks listed are currently trading near their 2026 year-to-date (YTD) extremes, with some at their highs and others at their lows. Specifically, NVDA, MSFT, PANW, CRWD, and FTNT are at their 2026 YTD highs, while CMCSA, CHTR, LULU, PCAR, and PEP are at their 2026 YTD lows.
The technology sector themes driving these moves include cybersecurity, with PANW, CRWD, and FTNT at their YTD highs, indicating strong demand for security solutions. In contrast, stocks like CMCSA and CHTR, major players in the telecommunications sector, are at their YTD lows, potentially reflecting challenges in their respective markets. The divergence highlights the varied performance within the tech sector.
Investors and traders should watch the factors driving these extremes, such as earnings reports, macroeconomic conditions, and sector-specific trends. As these stocks are near their YTD extremes, a move away from these levels could indicate a significant shift in market sentiment or underlying fundamentals. Monitoring these developments will be crucial for understanding future market directions.
Methodology: All 101 Nasdaq 100 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.
