Polymarket annualized revenue tops $1.8 billion as U.S. exchange volumes rise
After launching its U.S. exchange in May, Polymarket says its annualized revenue now exceeds $1.8 billion as trading activity accelerates. The run-rate marks a sharp increase from more than $1 billion reported in June, helped by heavy demand tied to major sports events and combo-style contracts.
Highlights
- Polymarket annualized revenue exceeds $1.8 billion, driven by a post-May surge in U.S. exchange trading volumes.
- October notional trading volume on Polymarket's U.S. exchange hits over $14.5 billion, up from $4 billion in June, boosted by event-driven contracts.
- Combo event contracts now account for more than 70% of trading volume, but the CFTC is investigating Polymarket over advertising and regulatory compliance issues.
U.S. exchange growth lifts trading activity
As reported by CNBC, Polymarket says rising volumes on its U.S. exchange are driving the increase in annualized revenue after the platform's May launch.The company says the exchange benefits from event-driven trading around the FIFA World Cup in the summer and the NFL season that begins in September. In October, notional volume on the U.S. exchange reaches more than $14.5 billion, up from $4 billion in June.
Polymarket says much of that growth comes from Combo event contracts, which resemble the multi-leg parlays used by sportsbooks. Those contracts account for more than 70% of trading volume last Sunday, underscoring how concentrated user demand is in that product format.
Regulatory scrutiny clouds outlook
Even as revenue rises, Polymarket faces regulatory pressure in the U.S. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission is investigating the company over its advertising practices and alleged prior violations of a settlement that bars U.S. residents from using its international exchange.The company could also face greater political scrutiny from a Democratic Congress, particularly because Donald Trump Jr. is involved as an adviser. Polymarket says it is willing to cooperate with lawmakers as they examine the evolving prediction market sector.
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