Download the app
← Latest news

S&P 500 could plunge 30% warns legendary economist Gary Shilling recession risk rises fast

Economy
Published on 4 May 2026
S&P 500 could plunge 30% warns legendary economist Gary Shilling recession risk rises fast

His call for a deep correction hinges on one warning

Legendary economist Gary Shilling warns that U.S. stocks could face a major correction, with the S&P 500 potentially plunging 30%. He also cautions that the economy may slip into recession, citing the fragility of current conditions and the likelihood of rapid market repricing. Investors are watching whether his bearish signal gains traction.

  • Gary Shilling predicts a major U.S. stock market correction
  • He estimates the S&P 500 could drop as much as 30%
  • A recession risk, in his view, is rising alongside market stress
Read the full story at The Economic Times

This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on The Economic TimesThe Economic Times

The full experience is on mobile.

Swipe through stories, personalise your feed, and save articles for later — all on the app.