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Collective forecast

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12%

Very Unlikely

Exceeds 3% growth12%
Does not exceed 3% growth88%
Confidencelow· ▲ news bullish

Single market source with low trading volume — no second market to cross-check against.

Based on 1 prediction market

90% range 7–20% · moderate uncertainty (a thin, low-agreement signal)

⚡The market probability of 12.3% for exceeding 3% growth is significantly lower than the implied probability from the news, suggesting a divergence in sentiment.

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Why this forecast

The market for the advance estimate of Q2 2026 US real GDP growth being at least 3% indicates a low probability of exceeding that threshold. Recent news from Treasury Secretary Bessent suggests optimism about GDP growth returning to 3%, but the overall market sentiment remains cautious.

Statistically pooled from 1 matched market (log-odds weighted by volume), 90% CI 7-20%.

Key development

Treasury Secretary Bessent expressed confidence that U.S. GDP growth can return to 3% before the end of the year.

Supporting signals

  • ✓Recent economic data shows GDP growth in 46 states, indicating a broad recovery.
  • ✓Treasury Secretary Bessent's comments suggest confidence in economic recovery.

Risk factors

  • ⚠Potential geopolitical tensions could impact economic growth.
  • ⚠Inflationary pressures may hinder GDP growth despite positive signals.

This forecast assumes

  • ✓No major economic disruptions occur between now and 2026.
  • ✓Current economic recovery trends continue without significant setbacks.

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No major economic disruptions occur between now and 2026.
Current economic recovery trends continue without significant setbacks.

Sources & data

Prediction markets · 1+−
Will the advance estimate of Q2 2026 US real GDP growth be at least 3.0%?12% · Manifold
Recent context · 4 sources+−

cnbc.com

Treasury Secretary Bessent says U.S. GDP growth can return to 3% before end of the year - CNBC

Wed, 24 Ju

newsweek.com

New Economic Data Shows GDP Has Grown in 46 States - Newsweek

Thu, 25 Ju

cnbc.com

Opening Bell: June 24, 2026 - CNBC

Wed, 24 Ju

cnbc.com

The Pre-Market Rundown 2: June 24, 2026 - CNBC

Wed, 24 Ju

Underlying indicator

Real GDP

24180.42$B

Apr 1range 19078.0–24180.4$BJan 1

Source: FRED · GDPC1

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Entities

US GDPCommerce DepartmentBureau of Economic AnalysisTreasury Secretary Bessent

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