$13 billion monthly: Keyrock analysts highlight rapid growth in prediction markets
The prediction markets sector is experiencing sharp growth. According to Keyrock, monthly trading volume increased from around $100 million in early 2024 to $13 billion by the end of 2025, with Kalshi and Polymarket leading the way. This market is evolving beyond simple betting, becoming a crucial tool for risk hedging and early signals on macroeconomics, politics, and financial markets.
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Prediction market platforms, especially event contracts, directly reflect participants' expectations in prices and respond faster than official statistics and reports. This attracts attention from institutional investors and drives active industry growth. However, there are factors limiting further expansion.
Analysts predict that as tools develop and participant trust grows, prediction markets could become an important part of the financial ecosystem, particularly for risk management and economic event forecasting.
