This Year, Betting Will Be Allowed on the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.

Here are the current odds.

Jon Fletcher
3 min readNov 2, 2024
Photo by Charles Rex Arbogast/The Associated Press

As the U.S. presidential election gets closer, the stock market shows interesting patterns. These patterns hint at who might win.

These trends give us a peek into what investors think and how politics might affect the market. And, websites like Kalshi and Betfair now allow betting on the U.S. presidential election

Giving voters the opportunity to put their money where their ballots are.

Betting odds for the 2024 U.S. presidential election.

Currently, Kalshi has the odds split down the middle, with Trump boasting as a slight favourite.

Current odds for the presidential election. Photo by kalshi.com.

Kalshi, one of first websites allowing the general public to legally bet on politics, also has many parlay bets available, such as margin of victory and state-specific polls.

Parlay options for the presidential election. Photo bykalshi.com.

Role of swing states in market volatility.

Swing states are key in the US presidential election. They can cause big changes in the market. These states can go either way, affecting how the market moves.

Knowing how these states affect the market is vital. It helps investors prepare for election-related market shifts.

Key swing states to watch.

In the 2024 election, watch Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have good chances in these states. Their results could change the election’s outcome.

Keeping an eye on these states is crucial. They not only decide the election but also affect the market. Investors look at polls and updates from these areas to guess market trends.

Historical voting patterns.

Looking at past votes in swing states helps predict the future. Since 1932, most sitting presidents have been re-elected. This trend might shape market expectations.

US stocks often go up before and after elections. This pattern has lasted for 75 years. It shows that election results usually don’t hurt the market long-term.

By watching past and current polls in these states, investors can plan better. They can adjust their investments to avoid risks and make the most of market changes.

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Jon Fletcher
Jon Fletcher

Written by Jon Fletcher

I'm Jon! A retired firefighter who writes about U.S. news, health, and entertainment. Follow me to stay updated. 🤓 🗞️

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