Prediction markets see a divided government after midterm elections. Here’s how you should trade, Citi says.
Reported by MarketWatch · marketwatch.com · August 17, 2026
The odds on Polymarket of a sweep by the Democratic Party in November have risen to 48%, and Citigroup sees a potential rally in bonds.
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What to watch: This report cites a concrete figure (48%) — compare it against the trailing trend before treating one data point as a turning point.
Market reaction today: $C +0.05%
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