1 hour ago
2
Iran’s economy is under severe strain with mass redundancies amid war with the US and Israel. The odds of a permanent peace deal by April 30 are at 4.8% YES, slightly up from 4% yesterday.
Traders are treating the economic damage as a signal of prolonged conflict. The Israel x Iran permanent peace deal by April 30, 2026 shows a minor uptick in odds, but the market remains skeptical. The US-Iran ceasefire by April 30 sits at 23.5%, down from 36% a week ago.
The term structure shows traders expect any resolution to come later rather than sooner. The biggest jump is between April 30 and June 30 for the permanent peace deal, where odds rise to 19% YES. This spread suggests traders see any diplomatic breakthrough happening in the medium term, as current news points to economic pressure rather than diplomatic progress.
The largest single move in the last 24 hours was a 3-point drop in the April 30 peace deal market, driven by news of escalating economic distress. USDC volume sits at $2,604 across the peace deal markets, with just $422 needed to move odds five points, meaning larger trades can shift prices quickly.
The mass redundancies show the economic toll of the conflict, and economic leverage could factor into future negotiations. But without concrete diplomatic moves or softening rhetoric, odds reflect a market unconvinced by near-term resolution. For traders considering a contrarian play, buying YES in the peace deal market at 5¢ offers a 20x return if resolved.
Watch for statements from Trump or Abbas Araghchi, which could move markets if they signal a shift toward negotiations or further escalation.
Get prediction market intelligence as a structured API feed. Early access waitlist.
English (US) · 