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California governor primary: top 3
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California governor primary: top 3

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$2,271,077

Becerra, Hilton, Steyer

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Resolved Jul 11, 2026

Closed: Jul 10, 8:18 PM EST

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Outcome
Trade
Chance %
Price
Spread
Liquidity
Volume
24h
7d
Open Interest
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Result
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Becerra, Hilton, Steyer

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100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$130,294
N/A
N/A
$43,840
Settled
Yes
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Hilton, Becerra, Steyer

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$219,729
N/A
N/A
$99,551
Settled
No
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Hilton, Becerra, Bianco

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$204,591
N/A
N/A
$94,991
Settled
No
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Hilton, Bianco, Becerra

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$148,984
N/A
N/A
$78,607
Settled
No
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Bianco, Becerra, Steyer

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$110,379
N/A
N/A
$41,887
Settled
No
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Bianco, Becerra, Hilton

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$107,790
N/A
N/A
$40,524
Settled
No
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Bianco, Steyer, Becerra

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$100,706
N/A
N/A
$42,483
Settled
No
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Hilton, Bianco, Steyer

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$99,369
N/A
N/A
$63,932
Settled
No
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Bianco, Hilton, Becerra

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$94,905
N/A
N/A
$39,679
Settled
No
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Bianco, Steyer, Hilton

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$89,670
N/A
N/A
$41,819
Settled
No
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Steyer, Becerra, Hilton

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$87,317
N/A
N/A
$48,313
Settled
No
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Hilton, Steyer, Bianco

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$86,567
N/A
N/A
$44,713
Settled
No
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Bianco, Hilton, Steyer

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$83,827
N/A
N/A
$39,749
Settled
No
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Steyer, Becerra, Bianco

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$81,608
N/A
N/A
$47,071
Settled
No
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Becerra, Steyer, Hilton

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$79,564
N/A
N/A
$39,008
Settled
No
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Steyer, Bianco, Becerra

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$75,936
N/A
N/A
$43,920
Settled
No
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Steyer, Hilton, Becerra

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$67,510
N/A
N/A
$50,882
Settled
No
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Steyer, Bianco, Hilton

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$64,754
N/A
N/A
$42,796
Settled
No
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Steyer, Hilton, Bianco

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$64,543
N/A
N/A
$35,893
Settled
No
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Becerra, Bianco, Hilton

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$61,700
N/A
N/A
$42,758
Settled
No
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Becerra, Steyer, Bianco

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$60,133
N/A
N/A
$47,514
Settled
No
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Becerra, Bianco, Steyer

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$53,821
N/A
N/A
$49,176
Settled
No
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Becerra, Hilton, Bianco

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$50,074
N/A
N/A
$23,266
Settled
No
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Hilton, Steyer, Becerra

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$47,308
N/A
N/A
$29,846
Settled
No
Total markets: 24

Intro

This market tracks whether the 2026 California gubernatorial primary will produce a specific top-three finishing order: Steve Hilton in first place, Xavier Becerra in second, and Tom Steyer in third. On Kalshi, the exact outcome currently stands at 99.8%, while an alternative ordering is priced at 0.3%. Resolution will be determined by the official results of the 2026 California gubernatorial primary election. Watch for the primary election results on or around July 16, 2026, when the actual vote totals will be certified and determine how this market settles.

Kalshi

Resolution is based on the official results of the 2026 California gubernatorial primary election, specifically the exact placement of the top three finishers. The market covers all possible permutations of three candidates selected from the four specified candidates (Becerra, Steyer, Hilton, and Bianco), with each outcome representing a unique first-second-third finishing order. Resolution requires an exact match to the specified ranking; any deviation results in that market resolving to No.

Frequently asked questions

Prediction market odds on Kalshi often diverge from traditional analyst forecasts and polling aggregates for the California governor primary top three. Markets incorporate real-time information and incentivize accuracy through financial stakes, whereas analyst models rely on historical polling trends and demographic assumptions. Prediction markets may price in late-breaking campaign momentum, fundraising surges, or debate performance shifts faster than traditional forecasters update their models. Comparing Kalshi odds to published analyst consensus can reveal where the market is more bullish or bearish on specific candidates' top-three chances, offering insight into which forecasting method is capturing emerging campaign dynamics.

The California governor primary: top 3 market resolves on Jul 16, 2026, following the state's gubernatorial primary election. Resolution is determined by the official final vote tallies and candidate rankings released by California election authorities. The market will settle based on which three candidates receive the highest vote totals in the primary, establishing the definitive top-three finishing order. Traders should monitor official state election results and any official announcements from Kalshi regarding final outcome determination to understand exactly how their positions will be settled.

Several catalysts could shift odds for the California governor primary top three before Jul 16, 2026. Major campaign announcements, candidate endorsements from prominent state or national figures, and significant fundraising milestones often trigger price movements. Debate performances, media coverage of candidate gaffes or achievements, and shifts in voter sentiment captured by new polling can reshape market expectations. Changes in candidate viability—such as a frontrunner losing momentum or a long-shot gaining traction—will drive trading activity. Late-stage campaign spending, voter registration trends, and turnout models also influence how traders price different top-three scenarios as primary day approaches.