ToplineAs investors grapple with the worst-performing market in years, some experts have zeroed in on Wall Street’s so-called fear gauge as an indication that stocks have more room to fall—even as major indexes flirt with bear market territory. However, some are cautioning the risks could keep rising through next year as the Fed eases stimulus measures—signaling more bad news for stocks. Wilson predicts the S&P, which has already plunged 17% this year, could plummet another 13% before it bottoms out. Surprising FactOver the past 11 recessions, the S&P declined between 14% and 57% peak to trough, at an average of 27.5%, according to Bank of America. Further ReadingTechnicals Point To More Stock Market Carnage Ahead (Forbes)Stocks Could Plunge Another 15% After Fed-Spurred Selloff—Will The Economy Fall Into Recession?

Source: Forbes May 11, 2022 10:00 UTC