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Economic Stress Index Rises

Updated 2026-05-20 21:20 UTC 1 source Negative

A new ‘misery index’ that includes mortgage rates is signaling economic stress, potentially foreshadowing weaker returns for the S&P 500.

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An updated ‘misery index’ shows economic stress is nearing a warning zone as stocks push higher

A new gauge of household “misery” that includes mortgage rates has been moving in a worrisome direction that could mean weaker returns for the S&P 500

2026-05-20 21:07 UTC