S&P 500's Rapid Two-Month Rise Seen as Historic, With Precedent of Market Crash
The S&P 500 has risen over 16% in two months through May 2026 — a historic pace seen only four times since WWII. Three instances followed recessions; the fourth occurred before the 1987 'Black Monday' crash, raising concerns about potential market instability.
Topics: Black Monday recession history S&P 500 stock market trends