Polymarket has diverse market types. Know what you're trading.
Politics
| Examples | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Election outcomes | High liquidity, well-researched |
| Policy decisions | Can resolve unexpectedly |
| Appointments | Often insider-influenced |
Tips: Follow polls, but markets often know more.
Sports
| Examples | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Game outcomes | Resolve quickly |
| Championships | Long-dated, can change |
| Player stats | Specific, volatile |
Tips: Injury news moves markets fast.
Crypto & Finance
| Examples | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Price predictions | Volatile, emotional |
| ETF approvals | Binary, news-dependent |
| Exchange events | Insider risk |
Tips: Crypto markets swing with BTC price.
Entertainment
| Examples | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Award shows | Predictable patterns |
| Box office | Opening weekend tells a lot |
| Celebrity events | Gossip-driven |
Tips: Lower liquidity, but more predictable.
World Events
| Examples | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Geopolitics | Hard to predict |
| Scientific discoveries | Uncertain timelines |
| Natural events | Climate, weather |
Tips: High uncertainty = high potential returns.
Liquidity by Category
| Category | Typical Liquidity |
|---|---|
| US Politics | Very High |
| Major Sports | High |
| Crypto | Medium-High |
| Entertainment | Medium |
| Niche Events | Low |
Pro Tip
Use the Min Liquidity filter to avoid low-liquidity markets where slippage is high!