Elliott Dornbusch, CIO at CV Advisors managing $20 billion, names the 30-year Treasury bond a standout investment in today’s bond market. Dornbusch expects long-term yields to fall as inflation concerns ease, making this long-duration bond a unique opportunity for income and capital gains.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes and not personal investment advice.

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The 30-year Treasury currently yields around 4.8%, substantially higher than the 10-year’s 4.14%. Investors typically demand a premium for extra risk tied to duration, but Dornbusch views this as a strong advantage.

“Having patience with the 30-year could yield returns close to 10% over four years, combining coupons and price gains,” Dornbusch said.

• Current 30-year yield: ~4.8%
• 10-year yield comparison: ~4.14%

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Dornbusch argues that long-term inflation risk is overestimated. Import taxes increase goods prices but reduce demand for services, balancing inflation effects. Additionally, tariffs are viewed as deflationary by taking spending power away.

"If you think long term, tariffs are deflationary because they're taking money away from people's pockets," Dornbusch noted.

• Inflation expectations currently high but may moderate
• Tariffs induce a one-time price effect, limiting long-term inflation

How do you see tariffs impacting inflation and bond yields?

Another key factor: the 30-year Treasury serves as a hedge if stocks enter a bear market. Demand for these risk-free assets would drive prices up, lowering yields and enabling profitable exits.

"It also serves as a great hedge for my long equity position," Dornbusch explained.

• Bond price appreciation expected in market turmoil
• Long bonds add diversification and downside protection

Would you increase long-term Treasuries during market volatility?

Most strategists prefer mid-duration bonds (2–5 years) to balance yield and duration risk amid uncertain short-term rates. However, Dornbusch prefers locking in a near-5% yield on the 30-year while anticipating yields to decline.

"I'm very contrarian and I really like the thirty-year Treasury bond today," he said.

• Mid-duration yields around 3.5%
• Contrarian view targets higher coupon and capital gains

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• Consider allocating to long-duration 30-year Treasuries
• Monitor inflation indicators and tariff developments
• Use long bonds as a portfolio hedge against equity risk
• Balance duration risk with income objectives
• Stay aware of Fed policy affecting short-term rates

Chart illustrating the current U.S. Treasury yield curve, highlighting the unusually high 30-year yield relative to shorter durations.

• The 30-year Treasury bond offers an attractive 4.8% yield, higher than shorter maturities.
• Dornbusch expects yields to fall as inflation risks moderate, boosting bond prices.
• The bond acts as a strong portfolio hedge against equity bear markets.
• Investors should weigh duration risks but consider potential 10% returns over 4 years.
• This contrarian approach challenges consensus favoring mid-duration bonds.

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• Focus on a $20B CIO’s bullish view on 30-year Treasury bonds.
• Highlights 4.8% yield as a compelling entry point.
• Challenges conventional wisdom favoring mid-duration bonds.
• Emphasizes inflation easing and tariff-induced deflationary effects.
• Positions 30-year bonds as both income and equity hedge.

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