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Iran’s army chief warned of “total destruction” if a ground invasion occurs. Odds for US forces entering Iran by April 30 are at 52% YES, down from 57% a day ago.
This warning hit two markets. The US forces entering Iran by April 30 market dropped 5 points, showing traders’ uncertainty about ground operations. The December 31 market holds at 64% YES, indicating traders expect possible escalation later this year.
The US-Iran ceasefire by April 7 market fell to 8% YES, down from 10% a day ago and 26% a week ago. The bearish trend in ceasefire markets suggests Iran’s stance makes diplomatic solutions unlikely soon. With April 7 approaching, a ceasefire seems improbable.
Daily USDC trading across these markets totals $2.57M. The April 30 market, with $1.97M/day in USDC, needs $37K to shift the price 5 points, indicating that recent changes reflect serious trader sentiment.
Iran’s threat could deter or provoke US action. The drop in short-term invasion odds shows some traders bet on deterrence. At 52¢, a YES share for April 30 pays $1 if US forces enter Iran, offering a near 2x return.
Watch for statements from US actors like CENTCOM and the Pentagon, and any troop movements. Hegseth’s next Pentagon briefing could sway market sentiment if operational language changes.
Markets Impacted
- US forces enter Iran by March 31? — currently 0.1% YES
- US forces enter Iran by April 30? — currently 52.5% YES
- US forces enter Iran by December 31? — currently 64.5% YES
- US x Iran ceasefire by April 7? — currently 8.5% YES
- US x Iran ceasefire by April 15? — currently 18.5% YES
- US x Iran ceasefire by April 30? — currently 38.5% YES
- US x Iran ceasefire by May 31? — currently 55.5% YES
- US x Iran ceasefire by June 30? — currently 62.5% YES
- US x Iran ceasefire by December 31? — currently 73.5% YES
- Will the Iranian regime fall by June 30? — currently 10.5% YES
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