TOTAL VOLUME:
$142.3b
24H VOL:
$107,419,736
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,643,541,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,594,026,835
471,138
Markets across
35,775
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,926
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
38%
VS.
Kalshi:
62%
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This market tracks the outcome of the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial election, specifically whether the Republican or Democratic party will win. Currently, the consensus probability favors a Republican victory at 53.0%, while the Democratic party is at 48.0%. This aggregated view combines data from Polymarket, Kalshi, and Predict, and will resolve based on the call of the Associated Press, Fox News, and NBC, or official certification. Traders should watch the primary elections scheduled throughout 2026 to see which candidates emerge from each party.
This market will resolve according to the winner of the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial election. A candidate shall be considered to represent a party in the event that he or she is the nominee of the party in question. Candidates other than the Democratic or Republican nominee (e.g., Greens, Libertarian, independent) may be added at a later date. Candidates who run as independents will not be encompassed by the “Democrat” or “Republican” options regardless of any affiliation they may have with the party. The resolution source for this market is the Associated Press, Fox News, and NBC. This market will resolve once all three sources call the race for the same candidate. If all three sources haven’t called the race in this state for the same candidate, this market will resolve based on the official certification.
The market resolves based on which party's representative is inaugurated as Georgia governor following the 2026 election. A Democratic party representative's inauguration resolves the market to Yes for that outcome, as does a Republican party representative's inauguration for their respective outcome.
This market will resolve according to the winner of the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial election. A candidate shall be considered to represent a party in the event that he or she is the nominee of the party in question. Candidates other than the Democratic or Republican nominee (e.g., Greens, Libertarian, independent) may be added at a later date. Candidates who run as independents will not be encompassed by the “Democrat” or “Republican” options regardless of any affiliation they may have with the party. The resolution source for this market is the Associated Press, Fox News, and NBC. This market will resolve once all three sources call the race for the same candidate. If all three sources haven’t called the race in this state for the same candidate, this market will resolve based on the official certification.
Prediction market odds often provide a different perspective than traditional polls. While polls capture stated preferences, this market reflects what people are willing to *bet* on, which can be a more accurate signal of likely outcomes. Polling averages can be susceptible to biases, such as sampling errors or social desirability bias. The current spread between the leading outcome and its closest competitor is 2.5, indicating a degree of confidence among traders. However, it’s important to remember that even well-informed predictions are not guarantees.
Prices on Polymarket and Kalshi can diverge due to several factors. Polymarket and Kalshi can show different implied probabilities for the same outcome because of liquidity, fee structure, participant mix, and how each venue defines the contract. These platforms have different user bases, trading fees, and liquidity levels, all of which can influence price discovery. Currently, Polymarket favors Will the Republicans win the Georgia governor race in 2026? at 51.5%, while Kalshi leans toward Will the Republican party win the governorship in Georgia at 54.0%. Differences in market design and the types of traders participating on each platform also contribute to these price discrepancies. Arbitrage opportunities can emerge, potentially narrowing the gap between the two venues.
This market resolves around Jan 14, 2027, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The result will be determined by the official outcome of the Georgia Governor election, as reported by relevant election authorities. This market aims to reflect the actual winner of the election, as determined by the official vote count. Traders should monitor news sources for updates as the election progresses and the results are certified.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. Major endorsements, shifts in economic conditions within Georgia, and significant campaign events could all influence trader sentiment. Unexpected developments in the candidates' campaigns, such as scandals or policy announcements, could also lead to price movements. Polling data releases will likely cause fluctuations, as traders adjust their predictions based on the latest information. A substantial change in volume, reaching $320,392, would also signal increased market activity and potential shifts in expectations.