Kudlow: Trumpian growth, not inflation
Fox Business
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August 19, 2026 at 10:15 PM UTC
Bullish
80% Confidence
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Key Points
- Rising long-term bond yields are attributed to strong economic growth, not inflation.
- The 'real yield' component of Treasury bonds has increased, while the 'inflation component' (CPI break-even) has remained flat.
- Current yield levels are compared to the strong economic period of the 1990s, suggesting a healthy normalization.
- Media concerns about inflation are dismissed as politically motivated attacks on President Trump.
AI Summary
Larry Kudlow argues that the recent rise in long-term bond yields, specifically the 10-year and 30-year Treasury, is a positive indicator of 'Trumpian growth' and not a sign of accelerating inflation. He dismisses media panic, stating that the increase is driven by real economic growth, particularly in manufacturing, construction, and advanced technologies, and represents a normalization from historically low rates.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bullish | 80% |
| Consensus | Bullish | 80% |