Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Markets
Markets price 67% chance of Fed rate cut as inflation cools
Prediction markets have sharply revised the probability of a June rate cut upward after CPI data came in below analyst forecasts.
67% June cutFuture Times · 18 Mar 2026 · 4 min read
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Markets
Bitcoin's path to $100k: market assigns 54% probability as ETF inflows accelerate
Institutional demand through spot ETF products has absorbed over $4bn in the past 30 days.
54% likelyFuture Times · 17 Mar 2026 · 3 min readPro
Economics
Recession probability for 2026 holds at 41% despite strong jobs report
Prediction markets remain cautious as leading indicators send mixed signals.
41% likelyFuture Times · 18 Mar 2026 · 3 min read
Analysis
Economics
India overtaking China in GDP growth now 61% likely within five years
Demographic tailwinds and manufacturing reshoring are driving a sharp revision in long-term growth forecasts.
61% likelyFuture Times · 17 Mar 2026 · 5 min readPro
Politics
UK snap election probability falls to 12% as Labour stabilises in polls
Improved economic sentiment reduces political pressure for early dissolution.
12% likelyFuture Times · 16 Mar 2026 · 3 min read
Technology
OpenAI IPO in 2026 now rated 48% probable as valuation talks resume
Board restructuring and new investor interest have reignited speculation around a public offering.
48% likelyFuture Times · 16 Mar 2026 · 4 min readPro
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Markets
Brent crude below $60/bbl by June: prediction markets assign 22%
22% likelyFuture Times · 16 Mar 2026 · 3 min readPro
Economics
Germany exits recession with 72% probability by Q3, say markets
72% likelyFuture Times · 18 Mar 2026 · 2 min read
World
Iran nuclear deal revival odds slip to 18% as talks stall in Vienna
18% likelyFuture Times · 17 Mar 2026 · 2 min read
Technology
Apple Vision mass-market launch assigned only 29% chance in 2026
29% likelyFuture Times · 16 Mar 2026 · 2 min read
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