The R-Word Index closed at 51 on , placing public recession concern in the Elevated band. That's down 13 points from a week earlier, when the index was 64. The index is a daily 0–100 signal derived from public human-authored writing online, not from media headlines or official indicators.
What the data shows
The Take — Recession chatter has dropped to its calmest point in a month, as relief over tariffs edges out inflation and job worries.
What's Happening — The big story is a cooling of recession talk. Buzz about inflation and unemployment is still around, but it’s quieter than last week. People seem to be catching their breath after the Supreme Court struck down the Trump-era tariffs—there’s a sense of relief in conversations, especially among businesses hoping for a break.
Even so, concerns about rising prices and job security remain in the mix, just less urgently. Some are talking about creative ways to protect their savings, but the underlying mood is less anxious than it has been for weeks.
Looking Ahead — If relief over tariffs sticks, recession worries could stay subdued. Watch for any new shock—like a jobs report or inflation spike—that could turn up the volume again.
This reflects public sentiment, not economic conditions.
Why this matters today
51 — Elevated. Lowest in a month. Oil past $120 from the Iran crisis, IMF warning of a global slowdown, and yet recession talk is quieter than it has been in weeks. Either people are adjusting or they have run out of things to say. https://apps.apple.com/us/app/r-word-index-recession-pulse/id6760947480 #Recession
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How this compares
A week earlier the index was 64. That's a drop of 13 points over seven days.
The last two weeks
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