Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) is trading at $158.41, which is -29.0% below its all-time high of $223.10. The Drawdown Severity Score is 4.4, placing it in the yellow (elevated) zone. Over its tracked history, AAOI has experienced 30 significant drawdown events with an average maximum drawdown of -11.4%.
Data last updated: May 30, 2026 at 04:16 PM EDT
AAOI
StockApplied Optoelectronics, Inc.
Price
$158.41
as of May 29, 2026
All Time High: $223.10
Significant
Current Drawdown
-29.0%
Days in Drawdown
11
Avg Max Drawdown
12.3%
Avg Length
149
Drawdown Severity Score™
4.4
AAOI - Price & High Water Mark
AAOI - Drawdown Timeline
How to read this chart: Negative values indicate drawdowns from all-time highs. Values closer to 0% mean the stock is near its high water mark.
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. (AAOI) Analysis: Current Drawdown Insights
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is currently experiencing an unusual drawdown opportunity. As of 2026-05-29, the stock is trading at $158.41, which represents a 29.0% decline from its all-time high of $223.10. This drawdown has persisted for 11 days.
Based on comprehensive historical analysis spanning 12 years, Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. typically experiences drawdowns averaging 12.3% in depth, with an average duration of 149 days. Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. has gone through 30 total drawdown events in the last 12 years. The largest drawdown for Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. in the last 12 years was 98.5%. The longest drawdown duration in its history was 3135 days.
The Drawdown Severity Score™ for Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. currently stands at 4.43. This is our proprietary indicator that shows the relative severity of the current drawdown based on the asset's unique historical patterns. A score between 3.0 and 5.0 indicates an elevated drawdown that's larger than historical averages—may present an entry point for opportunistic investors.
Understanding Drawdowns: A drawdown measures how far a stock has fallen from its peak price. Every stock experiences drawdowns—periods when the price declines from all-time highs before recovering. By analyzing Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.'s historical drawdown patterns, investors can identify when the stock is experiencing a typical market fluctuation versus an unusual decline that may represent a buying opportunity.
📜 Historical Drawdown Events
Current drawdown shown in blue. Complete record of all 30 historical pullbacks below.
| Start Date | End Date | Duration | Max Depth | Start Price | Lowest Price | Recovery Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-18 | Ongoing | 11 days | -29.0% | $223.10 | $158.41 | — |
| 2026-03-03 | 2026-03-09 | 6 days | -7.0% | $102.51 | $95.34 | $110.62 |
| 2017-08-02 | 2026-03-02 | 3135 days | -98.5% | $99.61 | $1.50 | $102.51 |
| 2017-07-27 | 2017-08-01 | 6 days | -2.1% | $98.76 | $96.64 | $99.61 |
| 2017-07-20 | 2017-07-24 | 5 days | -4.0% | $92.54 | $88.80 | $95.63 |
| 2017-07-17 | 2017-07-18 | 2 days | -0.0% | $84.20 | $84.18 | $90.18 |
| 2017-06-05 | 2017-07-13 | 39 days | -21.7% | $74.68 | $58.44 | $78.04 |
| 2017-05-30 | 2017-06-02 | 4 days | -2.4% | $71.51 | $69.82 | $74.68 |
| 2017-05-23 | 2017-05-26 | 4 days | -4.7% | $71.24 | $67.88 | $71.51 |
| 2017-05-15 | 2017-05-22 | 8 days | -6.2% | $65.45 | $61.38 | $71.24 |
| 2017-05-11 | 2017-05-12 | 2 days | -1.1% | $64.97 | $64.23 | $65.45 |
| 2017-03-28 | 2017-05-09 | 43 days | -31.8% | $59.88 | $40.82 | $62.11 |
| 2017-03-08 | 2017-03-24 | 16 days | -13.1% | $54.54 | $47.40 | $55.02 |
| 2017-03-06 | 2017-03-07 | 2 days | -3.5% | $53.32 | $51.46 | $54.54 |
| 2017-02-28 | 2017-03-02 | 3 days | -3.2% | $47.46 | $45.92 | $49.23 |
| 2017-02-22 | 2017-02-24 | 3 days | -1.2% | $37.57 | $37.12 | $45.98 |
| 2017-02-15 | 2017-02-17 | 3 days | -1.6% | $36.38 | $35.79 | $37.27 |
| 2017-02-06 | 2017-02-10 | 5 days | -3.9% | $32.60 | $31.34 | $32.66 |
| 2017-01-25 | 2017-02-03 | 10 days | -5.0% | $32.00 | $30.41 | $32.60 |
| 2017-01-19 | 2017-01-23 | 5 days | -1.2% | $30.84 | $30.48 | $31.29 |
| 2017-01-13 | 2017-01-17 | 5 days | -5.5% | $29.86 | $28.22 | $30.44 |
| 2014-03-11 | 2017-01-12 | 1039 days | -69.4% | $27.42 | $8.38 | $29.86 |
| 2014-03-07 | 2014-03-10 | 3 days | -4.1% | $26.36 | $25.29 | $27.42 |
| 2014-03-04 | 2014-03-05 | 2 days | -1.9% | $25.11 | $24.64 | $25.15 |
| 2014-02-24 | 2014-02-28 | 5 days | -7.1% | $20.67 | $19.20 | $23.66 |
| 2013-12-12 | 2014-02-20 | 71 days | -20.8% | $15.81 | $12.52 | $17.98 |
| 2013-12-02 | 2013-12-06 | 5 days | -6.7% | $13.19 | $12.31 | $14.37 |
| 2013-10-23 | 2013-11-29 | 38 days | -9.6% | $13.13 | $11.87 | $13.19 |
| 2013-10-11 | 2013-10-16 | 6 days | -2.0% | $10.20 | $10.00 | $10.25 |
| 2013-10-07 | 2013-10-10 | 4 days | -0.8% | $10.20 | $10.12 | $10.20 |
| 2013-09-30 | 2013-10-04 | 5 days | -1.3% | $10.10 | $9.97 | $10.20 |
How to read: Each row shows a complete drawdown from peak to recovery. Red rows = most severe drawdowns (worst 20% or 5x+ average), yellow rows = moderate (2x-5x worse than average).
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AAOI Price History and Drawdown Data
Latest price
$158.41
High-water mark
$223.10
Current drawdown
-29.0%
Days in drawdown
11
This AAOI page is built around daily price history, the latest high-water mark, current drawdown depth, drawdown duration, and comparable historical drawdown events. The chart above provides the price-history context, while the sections below explain how the current move compares with prior Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. drawdowns.
What History Says About AAOI
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. has dropped 10%+ from its high 6 times in its tracked history. These events lasted an average of 724 days with an average max drop of -42.6%.
The current drawdown of -29.0% has lasted 11 days, which is within the typical range for comparable events.
| Period | Max Drop | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2017 to Mar 2026 | -98.5% | 3135 days |
| Mar 2014 to Jan 2017 | -69.4% | 1039 days |
| Mar 2017 to May 2017 | -31.8% | 43 days |
| Jun 2017 to Jul 2017 | -21.7% | 39 days |
| Dec 2013 to Feb 2014 | -20.8% | 71 days |
| Mar 2017 to Mar 2017 | -13.1% | 16 days |
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