Interactive Brokers boosts EU offerings with new Forecast Contracts
Interactive Brokers, a leading global electronic brokerage firm, has announced the expansion of its innovative Forecast Contracts to the European market. These instruments allow investors to trade based on real-world financial, economic, and environmental events.
- Chosen by 3 200+ local traders in the last 3 months.
- Traders earn on average 12% more per month vs other brokers.
This initiative targets clients who are drawn to simple “yes” or “no” contracts, according to a report by Business Wire.
Forecast Contracts: a unique approach to event-based trading
Forecast Contracts offer a distinctive way to manage risk or speculate on specific outcomes. Each contract is based on a binary question—for example, whether the U.S. Federal Reserve will raise the Fed Funds Target Rate above 3.875% at its meeting on July 30, 2025. A correct prediction earns a payout of $1 per contract, while an incorrect one settles at zero. Prices range from $0.02 to $0.99, reflecting the market’s perception of the event’s likelihood.
Trading mechanics and advantages
“Investors around the world are increasingly seeking tools that help them manage event-driven risks with precision and simplicity,” said Milan Galik, CEO of Interactive Brokers. “By expanding access to Forecast Contracts in Europe, we are giving investors more ways to act on their outlooks and manage risk through our comprehensive global platform.”
The contracts are available nearly 24 hours a day, six days a week, and can be traded through IBKR ForecastTrader, a dedicated web-based interface, as well as other Interactive Brokers platforms. In addition to trading flexibility, Forecast Contracts offer an added incentive—a coupon-style payout similar to interest, currently set at an annualized rate of 3.83% APY. The yield accrues daily and is paid monthly, though rates and terms are subject to change.
Availability and strategic positioning
Forecast Contracts are available to eligible clients of Interactive Brokers in the U.S., Ireland, Canada, and Hong Kong. The product is listed by ForecastEx LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Interactive Brokers and a CFTC-regulated Designated Contract Market. Product availability may vary by jurisdiction and client eligibility.
With this launch, Interactive Brokers reinforces its position as an innovator in financial technology—offering advanced, flexible tools for a globally connected and increasingly sophisticated investor base.
See also: Interactive Brokers launches tax-free NISA investment accounts in Japan
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