Geopolitics and world prediction markets

Geopolitics prediction markets price ceasefires, deals, leadership changes and conflicts. 165 world questions are trading on Polymarket, Polymarket US and Kalshi, led by “Israel x Iran ceasefire continues through...”. Most ask whether something happens by a date, with one contract per deadline. The busiest are listed first, with their settlement dates.

Updated

159
open on Polymarket
3
open on Polymarket US
3
open on Kalshi
8
priced on 2+ venues
0
closing this week

Most traded world markets

World markets priced on both venues

The busiest world markets two or more venues list. When the prices differ, the cheaper side costs you less for the same payout.

Every world market, priced

MarketChance24h volumeVenues
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2026 · Busiest: November 22
93%$591K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2026 · Busiest: November 30
11%$61K1Trade
Polymarket · Polymarket US · Kalshi · resolves Dec 31, 2026 · Busiest: December 31
8%$60K3Trade
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2026 · Busiest: December 31
3%$12K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2026
3%$7K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2026 · Busiest: December 31
38%$7K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Nov 30, 2026 · Busiest: November 20
90%$7K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2026
2%$7K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Dec 31, 2027 · Busiest: January 31, 2027
10%$6K1Trade
Polymarket · resolves Nov 30, 2026 · Favourite: 3
85%$6K1Trade
Close-only for US residents

Chance is the favourite's price on a board of outcomes, the favoured side of a match, or the named market's Yes price, on its venue.

Polymarket or Kalshi for world markets?

Open world events right now: 159 on Polymarket, 3 on Polymarket US and 3 on Kalshi.

Polymarket carries most of the geopolitics volume. Kalshi lists fewer, and they trade in dollars.

Polymarket
Regulated
International exchange; US residents trade on Polymarket US
You fund with
Crypto, held as pUSD (Polygon)
Open world markets
159 markets
Fees
Polymarket's fees
Close-only for US residents
Polymarket US
Regulated
CFTC-designated exchange (QCX LLC)
You fund with
Debit card, ACH, wire
Open world markets
3 markets
Fees
Polymarket US's fees
US residents only

$25 bonusNew to Polymarket US? Deposit $10, get a $25 bonus through our link. US only, 18+.

Kalshi
Regulated
CFTC-designated exchange
You fund with
ACH, RTP, debit card and 7 more
Open world markets
3 markets
Fees
Kalshi's fees

$50 bonusNew to Kalshi? Trade $25, get a $50 bonus through our link. US only, 18+. Kalshi promo code terms

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What world markets you can trade

Most world markets are deadlines. Each asks whether an event happens by a date, with a contract for each date.

  • Whether a ceasefire holds or a deal is signed by a date
  • Whether a leader leaves office
  • Military and territorial questions
  • Shipping, sanctions and blockades

What moves world odds

News moves these markets, and fast. One statement or strike can reprice a market in minutes.

Settlement rests on credible reporting, as the rules define it. On close calls, the wording decides.

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Common questions

What are geopolitics prediction markets?

Markets on world events, such as ceasefires, deals and leaders. Each contract pays $1 if the event happens by its deadline.

How do world markets settle?

On the reporting the rules name, usually a set of major news sources. Ambiguous events can take longer to settle.

Why do world markets have so many dates?

Each date is its own contract. Together they show when traders expect the event, not just whether.

Can I trade world markets in my state?

In most states, yes, on Polymarket US or Kalshi. Check your state for any action against specific contracts.