Prediction Markets

Betting on Peace: US-Iran Deal Odds

Prediction markets show significant trader interest in a potential US-Iran peace deal, with $2.1M in 24h volume.

Daniel Singer

By Daniel Singer, Editor, StartupHub.ai

2 min read

Chart showing trading volume for geopolitical prediction markets.
Volume data from Polymarket's prediction markets.Credit: Polymarket — All Markets

Prediction markets are buzzing with activity, reflecting significant trader interest in geopolitical outcomes. The combined 24-hour trading volume across key markets has reached $46.9 million, with total liquidity standing at $60.2 million, according to data from Polymarket, All Markets.

In the 'War' category, the market predicting a US x Iran permanent peace deal by May 2026 has seen $2.1 million in 24-hour trading volume and $17.5 million in total volume. Traders are currently assigning a 19.5% probability to such a deal materializing by the end of May 2026, with potential returns of 5.1x.

This specific market, focused on the potential for a US x Iran permanent peace deal, highlights a persistent undercurrent of speculation regarding de-escalation between the two nations.

The Israel x Hezbollah ceasefire market continues to dominate war-related predictions, attracting $8.8 million in 24-hour volume. This suggests a higher immediate trader focus on that specific conflict's resolution, as detailed in Ceasefire Bets: Israel-Hezbollah Market Dominates.

Another significant market, 'Iran x Israel/US conflict ends by', has seen $1.3 million in 24-hour volume, indicating ongoing concern about wider regional stability. Traders are betting on a cessation of hostilities, as explored in Iran Conflict Bets Hit $13.6M.

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Beyond geopolitical events, the 'Crypto' section features substantial activity in markets related to Federal Reserve decisions and upcoming presidential elections.

The market for the 'Fed decision in April' shows a massive $4.2 million in 24-hour volume, with a strong consensus (99.4% odds) predicting no change in interest rates.

Political prediction markets are also active, with the 'Peru Presidential Election Winner' market drawing $2.4 million in 24-hour volume and the 'Next French Presidential Election' market at $1.5 million.

Israel x Hezbollah ceasefire by...?, Trade on Polymarket

US x Iran permanent peace deal by...?, Trade on Polymarket

Iran x Israel/US conflict ends by...?, Trade on Polymarket

Elon Musk # tweets April 14 - April 21, 2026?, Trade on Polymarket

Kharg Island no longer under Iranian control by...?, Trade on Polymarket

Fed decision in April?, Trade on Polymarket

Peru Presidential Election Winner, Trade on Polymarket

Next French Presidential Election, Trade on Polymarket

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TopicsPrediction MarketsGeopoliticsUS-Iran RelationsPolymarketFinancial MarketsWarcryptoElections

Daniel Singer

Written by

Daniel Singer

Editor, StartupHub.ai

Daniel Singer is the editor of StartupHub.ai, a technology expert and thought leader on AI and its applications across sectors, from fintech and healthcare to developer tooling and consumer software. He writes and tests the tools covered here thoroughly and regularly, and built StartupHub.ai to give founders, operators and buyers a clearer read on what they are actually being sold.

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