How Pools Markets works

These principles apply to every market on Pools Markets. The detailed rules shown before entry govern a specific market.

Terms are fixed before entry

A market defines one question, 2 to 32 named outcomes, an entry deadline, an observation rule, settlement sources and any fee before it opens. These terms cannot be rewritten after entries are accepted.

Each outcome has a pool

Your amount joins the pool for the outcome you choose. If that outcome wins, your return is based on your share of the winning pool and the amount available from the other pools after the stated fee. Pools Markets is not the opposing position.

Percentages and estimates can change

Outcome percentages describe the current distribution of the pools. They are not fixed odds or guaranteed probabilities. Estimated returns can change as new entries arrive and become final only after entries close.

Published rules determine the result

Resolution uses the sources, timing and comparison described in the market rules. The short title is a summary; it does not override the full rule. If the published void conditions are met, the market is void and principal becomes refundable without a market fee.

Payment follows the final result

After settlement, a winning amount or void refund is payable to the account that opened the position. Processing status is shown with the position and does not change the market's final outcome.