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China unemployment rate in May
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China unemployment rate in May

Volume:
$9,606

Above 4.8%

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Resolved Jun 16, 2026

Closed: Jun 15, 9:55 PM EST

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Chance %
Price
Spread
Liquidity
Volume
24h
7d
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Result
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Above 4.8%

View
100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$4,004
N/A
N/A
$2,097
Settled
Yes
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Above 5.0%

100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$1,952
N/A
N/A
$742
Settled
Yes
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Above 4.9%

100%
Yes 100¢No 0¢
100¢
N/A
$999
N/A
N/A
$175
Settled
Yes
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Above 5.1%

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$642
N/A
N/A
$581
Settled
No
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Above 5.3%

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$606
N/A
N/A
$473
Settled
No
kalshi

Above 5.5%

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$539
N/A
N/A
$537
Settled
No
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Above 5.6%

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$415
N/A
N/A
$344
Settled
No
kalshi

Above 5.4%

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$234
N/A
N/A
$214
Settled
No
kalshi

Above 5.2%

0%
Yes 0¢No 100¢
100¢
N/A
$216
N/A
N/A
$135
Settled
No
Total markets: 9

Intro

This market tracks whether China's official unemployment rate will exceed 5.3% in May 2026. On Kalshi, the leading outcome—that the rate will be above 5.3%—stands at 99.0%. Resolution will be determined by China's official unemployment rate announcement for May 2026, as published by Chinese government statistics authorities. Watch for the May 2026 unemployment data release on or around June 23, 2026, which will settle this contract.

Kalshi

The market resolves based on China's official unemployment rate for May 2026. Each outcome corresponds to whether the rate exceeds a specific percentage threshold, ranging from above 4.8% to above 5.6%. Resolution uses the official rate reported by Chinese government statistical authorities for the specified month.

Frequently asked questions

The Odds & Prediction Markets dashboard on Kalshi tracks real-time odds and historical price movements for the China unemployment rate in May event. You can monitor the current probability of outcomes, view 24-hour trading volume at $258, and observe cumulative group volume of $9,606. The dashboard displays live bid-ask spreads, trade history, and odds shifts as new information emerges. This single-venue view helps traders assess market sentiment and liquidity for this economic indicator throughout the trading period leading up to resolution on Jun 23, 2026.

Prediction market odds on Kalshi reflect aggregated trader expectations and often diverge from consensus analyst forecasts. While traditional economists and research firms publish point estimates and ranges based on historical data and labor-market models, prediction markets incorporate real-time information, geopolitical developments, and trader conviction. Markets tend to price in tail risks and uncertainty more dynamically than static analyst surveys. Comparing Kalshi odds to recent economist consensus on China's jobless rate can reveal whether traders expect conditions to differ materially from professional baseline expectations.

The China unemployment rate in May market resolves on Jun 23, 2026. Resolution is determined by the official unemployment rate figure released by China's National Bureau of Statistics for May. The specific outcome depends on which unemployment rate bracket or threshold the actual data point falls into, as defined by the contract terms. Traders should monitor the statistical agency's release schedule and any revisions to prior months' figures, as these can influence final settlement and payout distribution.

Key catalysts for China unemployment rate in May include manufacturing and services PMI releases, which signal economic activity and hiring trends. Major policy announcements from China's central government regarding stimulus, industrial support, or labor reforms can shift expectations. Global trade developments, particularly tariff changes or geopolitical tensions, affect export-dependent sectors and employment. Quarterly GDP data and property-sector developments influence overall economic momentum. Real estate weakness, tech-sector layoffs, and youth unemployment trends also drive market repricing. Any surprise in prior months' jobless figures or forward-looking labor surveys can trigger significant odds adjustments.