TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$130,522,377
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,438,389,636
404,028
Markets across
30,214
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,681
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 25, 3:30 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets tracks potential movements in the yield of 5-year U.S. Treasury bonds by setting different threshold levels for a specific date. Each market represents a unique yield benchmark that, if exceeded, triggers a positive outcome. These thresholds allow participants to assess varying degrees of yield change risk and expectation.
All markets resolve based on whether the par yield for the 5Y U.S. Treasury exceeds a specified threshold on September 25, 2026. Each market defines a distinct yield level, with thresholds incrementally increasing across markets. If the published yield for that date meets or surpasses the market's designated threshold, the market resolves to Yes; otherwise, it resolves to No. Expiration occurs at the sooner of two times: either 7:00 PM Eastern Time on the first business day following the official data release for September 25, 2026 yields, or one week after September 25, 2026. All markets share this uniform expiration framework, ensuring consistent timing across differing yield thresholds.
Currently, it's difficult to directly compare the odds in this market to traditional analyst forecasts. However, the collective wisdom of traders on Kalshi often provides a different perspective than individual analyst predictions. If analysts generally predict a stable or decreasing 5Y Treasury yield, a significantly higher probability of a yield increase in this market could indicate a divergence in expectations. Conversely, if analysts foresee a substantial rise, lower probabilities here might suggest skepticism among traders. It's a useful exercise to compare the direction of implied probabilities to broader economic forecasts.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous double auction, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing their beliefs about whether the 5Y US Treasury yield will be above a certain level on the resolution date. The price of these contracts reflects the market's collective probability assessment. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The more traders believe the yield will be above a specific threshold, the higher the contract price will climb, and vice versa. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows the market to quickly incorporate new information and adjust expectations.
This market resolves around Sep 25, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the 5Y US Treasury yield on that date is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final yield will be sourced from established financial data providers and will determine whether contracts predicting a yield above or below a certain level will pay out. Traders will be able to see the final yield and the resulting payouts on Kalshi shortly after the resolution date. The market's outcome is based on the official yield published by these sources.
Several key economic signals and events could significantly impact this market. Changes in the Federal Reserve's monetary policy, such as interest rate hikes or cuts, are major drivers of Treasury yields. Unexpected inflation data, strong or weak employment reports, and geopolitical events could all influence investor sentiment and shift expectations for future interest rates. Furthermore, any significant shifts in the economic outlook or changes in the perceived risk of a recession could lead to substantial movements in the 5Y US Treasury yield and, consequently, in this market.