US ELECTION PREDICTION MARKETS
Burnham Favored in Makerfield By-Election as Markets React to Rising Odds
On June 3, South Korea’s local elections produced a sweeping ruling-party showing but Seoul’s mayoralty loss tempered momentum for President Lee Jae Myung.
Crypto PACs Shape Bets on Peru’s 2026 Race
In early June, crypto-focused PACs boosted ad spending ahead of California primaries and Maryland’s late June contest, per FEC filings.
California Governor race bets shift as incumbency tilt guides Polymarket
On election night, New Jersey primary dynamics shape turnout and spillover into California as incumbents face momentum shifts.
Baltic pressure plan shelves Putin departure odds by end-2026
On a Forbes piece from this week, a Baltic Sea pressure campaign could push Vladimir Putin toward negotiations without full-scale conflict, leveraging sanctions, maritime enforcement, and allied
Colombia runoff nudges Brazil 2026 race; Lula leads Polymarket odds
On June runoff results in Colombia could influence regional sentiment as markets watch Brazil’s 2026 race; analysts note volatility as counts finalize.
Trump-linked fund sparking odds shifts as Newsom leads Polymarket nomineer race
On May 31, 2026, a Forbes briefing outlines a widening applicant list for Trump’s $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, amid court challenges and political backlash.
Trump headlines as state fair saga fuels 2028 nomination market
In late June, organizers said Donald Trump will headline the Great American State Fair as musicians pulled out amid controversy.
French election hedge nudges Bardella odds higher
Senate Republicans return from recess weighing an 1.8 billion fund linked to the Trump administration amid debates on guardrails and oversight, a move that traders tie to 2027 French election hedges.
Health Update Spurs Market Bets on 2028 Prez Race
On Monday, Trump’s medical update described him as in excellent health after an annual checkup.
Israel Vote Markets See Netanyahu Lead Amid Gaza Tension
In May 2026, AP reports Israeli troops near the Gaza Yellow Line amid a fragile ceasefire and recurring clashes.