The IRS is gearing up for what could be the biggest tax refund season in recent history. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and senior IRS officials are forecasting that American households could see refunds jump by $1,000 to $2,000 during the upcoming filing cycle—a significant increase from previous years. This surge in consumer liquidity typically ripples through the broader economy, potentially influencing spending patterns and investment behavior. Larger tax refunds mean more disposable income hitting household accounts, which historically shapes both traditional and alternative asset demand in the months ahead.