— U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has indeed expressed strong confidence in the U.S. economy performing exceptionally well in 2026, though he didn't use the exact word "skyrocket" in the most widely reported statements.Bessent (who was confirmed as Treasury Secretary in late January 2025 and has been in the role since) has repeatedly voiced optimism about 2026, describing it as a potential "blockbuster year", "bountiful year", or one with "robust, non-inflationary growth", thanks to factors like tax cuts from the "One Big Beautiful Bill", manufacturing investments, productivity boosts, lower inflation, and policy tailwinds from the Trump administration.Here are some key verified examples from reliable sources:In November 2025, he predicted 2026 would be a "blockbuster year" for the economy, with new factories, jobs, and relief for workers (reported by Fox Business).
In interviews (e.g., on NBC's Meet the Press), he said he's "very, very optimistic on 2026" and confident there won't be a recession, with a "very strong, noninflationary growth economy".
In official Treasury remarks (e.g., before the #Economic Club of Minnesota in early January 2026), he stated the stage is set for "robust, non-inflationary growth in 2026", calling it a time to "reap the rewards" of the administration's agenda.
The specific phrasing “I’m extremely confident the U.S. economy will skyrocket in 2026” appears to be a popularized/summarized version circulating on X (formerly Twitter) and crypto-related accounts since late 2025, often in memes or hype posts. While it captures the enthusiastic tone of Bessent's actual statements (he's consistently bullish on 2026 growth), the verbatim quote isn't directly from major interviews or official releases — it's more of a viral paraphrase.Overall, the core message is accurate: Bessent is extremely confident in a strong (and potentially accelerating) U.S. economy for 2026. This aligns with his public positions as Treasury Secretary.