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Defense startups see surge in demand amid escalating Iran conflict: FT

▲ Bullish CNBC 20m ago
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▲12¢ from 66% at publish
Defense startups see surge in demand amid escalating Iran conflict: FT

Defense startups are seeing a surge in demand from the US and Gulf states due to the ongoing Iran conflict. US forces entering Iran by April 30 is trading at 66% YES, up from 55% yesterday.

The April 30 market has seen the most action, with USDC volume at $2.3M daily. A 6-point drop occurred at 1:12 AM, briefly pushing odds down to 56% before rebounding. The December 31 market also rose to 74.5% YES, with a 3-point spike at 2:31 AM. Traders expect further escalation by year-end.

The April 30 market’s liquidity is notable, with $185K needed to shift odds by 5 points, indicating institutional interest. A recent 6-point drop suggests significant trades affecting sentiment. The March 31 market remains inactive at 0.1% YES.

The demand for defense capabilities highlights the escalating Iran conflict, supporting the probability of US troops entering Iranian territory. The steady increase in odds reflects the absence of diplomatic resolution. At 66%, a YES share for April 30 pays $1 for a 34¢ investment — a bet on continued high tension.

Watch for Pentagon statements or Congressional discussions on war powers, which could change US involvement. Hegseth’s briefing on Friday will be crucial for market sentiment.

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Disclosure: This article was edited by Estefano Gomez. For more information, see our Editorial Policy.
Term Structure
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
March 31 0.1% 0.0¢ $1.2M Trade →
April 30 77.5% +12¢ $2.6M Trade →
December 31 84.5% +10¢ $433K Trade →
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