US stocks continued to climb in May 2026, with the S&P 500 up 5.1% and treasury rates leveled off at 4.44% (up from 4.40%). The ERP for the index decl...

In May 2026, US stocks continued rising with the S&P 500 up 5.1%, while treasury rates leveled off at 4.44%. The equity risk premium (ERP) for the index fell from 4.36% to 4.31%, as higher earnings partially offset rising stock prices.