The leading economic index in the United States fell significantly in April, but has not yet reached the threshold of recession.

According to the information obtained from the Wise Finance APP, the latest data released by the U.S. Conference Board in May shows that the Leading Economic Index (LEI) for the United States in April 2025 fell sharply by 1.0% to 99.4 points, marking the largest monthly decline since March 2023. The previous data for March was also revised downward from -0.7% to -0.8%.