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Another US debt downgrade before 2027?

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Another US debt downgrade before 2027?

Dec 31

Dec 31

26% chance
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26% chance
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This market will resolve to "Yes" if the United States' long-term sovereign credit letter rating is downgraded by any of the three major credit rating agencies (S&P, Moody's, Fitch) at any point by December 31, 2026 11:59pm ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No". The resolution source for this market will be official information from Standard & Poor's, Moody's, or Fitch, however a consensus of credible reporting will also be used.Trader consensus on Polymarket prices a 71% implied probability against another US sovereign debt downgrade before 2027, reflecting robust economic fundamentals that offset escalating fiscal deficits and debt-to-GDP ratios exceeding 120%. Recent Treasury auctions have shown strong demand with yields remaining subdued near 4.2% on the 10-year note, underscoring the dollar's reserve currency status and investor confidence despite Moody's negative outlook since November 2023. No ratings actions have occurred post-Fitch's 2023 AA+ cut, bolstered by 2.8% GDP growth and sub-4% unemployment. Key catalysts include the January 2025 debt ceiling reinstatement, potential fiscal policy shifts under the incoming administration, and mid-term elections, any of which could elevate brinkmanship risks and shift odds.

This market will resolve to "Yes" if the United States' long-term sovereign credit letter rating is downgraded by any of the three major credit rating agencies (S&P, Moody's, Fitch) at any point by December 31, 2026 11:59pm ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".

The resolution source for this market will be official information from Standard & Poor's, Moody's, or Fitch, however a consensus of credible reporting will also be used.
Volume
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End Date
Dec 31, 2026
Market Opened
Nov 5, 2025, 2:56 PM ET
This market will resolve to "Yes" if the United States' long-term sovereign credit letter rating is downgraded by any of the three major credit rating agencies (S&P, Moody's, Fitch) at any point by December 31, 2026 11:59pm ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No". The resolution source for this market will be official information from Standard & Poor's, Moody's, or Fitch, however a consensus of credible reporting will also be used.Trader consensus on Polymarket prices a 71% implied probability against another US sovereign debt downgrade before 2027, reflecting robust economic fundamentals that offset escalating fiscal deficits and debt-to-GDP ratios exceeding 120%. Recent Treasury auctions have shown strong demand with yields remaining subdued near 4.2% on the 10-year note, underscoring the dollar's reserve currency status and investor confidence despite Moody's negative outlook since November 2023. No ratings actions have occurred post-Fitch's 2023 AA+ cut, bolstered by 2.8% GDP growth and sub-4% unemployment. Key catalysts include the January 2025 debt ceiling reinstatement, potential fiscal policy shifts under the incoming administration, and mid-term elections, any of which could elevate brinkmanship risks and shift odds.

This market will resolve to "Yes" if the United States' long-term sovereign credit letter rating is downgraded by any of the three major credit rating agencies (S&P, Moody's, Fitch) at any point by December 31, 2026 11:59pm ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No".

The resolution source for this market will be official information from Standard & Poor's, Moody's, or Fitch, however a consensus of credible reporting will also be used.
Volume
$0
End Date
Dec 31, 2026
Market Opened
Nov 5, 2025, 2:56 PM ET

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"Another US debt downgrade before 2027?" is a prediction market on Polymarket where traders buy and sell "Yes" or "No" shares based on whether they believe this event will happen. The current crowd-sourced probability is 30% for "Yes." For example, if "Yes" is priced at 30¢, the market collectively assigns a 30% chance that this event will occur. These odds shift continuously as traders react to new developments and information. Shares in the correct outcome are redeemable for $1 each upon market resolution.

"Another US debt downgrade before 2027?" is a newly created market on Polymarket, launched on Nov 5, 2025. As an early market, this is your opportunity to be among the first traders to set the odds and establish the market's initial price signals. You can also bookmark this page to track volume and trading activity as the market gains traction over time.

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The current probability for "Another US debt downgrade before 2027?" is 30% for "Yes." This means the Polymarket crowd currently believes there is a 30% chance that this event will occur. These odds update in real-time based on actual trades, providing a continuously updated signal of what the market expects to happen.

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