Iran’s decision to skip talks with the US in Islamabad has ended plans for ceasefire discussions. The market for a ceasefire by April 7 is now at 1% YES, down from 2% yesterday.
The market shows widespread pessimism. April 7 is at 1%. April 15 is at 6%, down from 8%, and April 30 has dropped to 18% from 24%. Longer-term markets like May 31 and June 30 also show declines, indicating skepticism about near-term diplomacy.
Trading shows strong liquidity, with $443,613 in USDC traded across ceasefire markets in 24 hours. Moving the price 5 points requires $13,188 for April 7 and $45,090 for April 15, reflecting varying trader confidence. The largest recent move was a 2-point drop on May 31, highlighting sensitivity to developments.
Iran’s refusal suggests a hardline stance against US proposals. Current odds make ceasefire bets long shots. At 1¢, a YES share for April 7 pays $1 if resolved, a 100x return unlikely without major diplomatic changes. The market expects continued hostilities, making YES bets high-risk.
Watch for signals like intermediary activity from Oman or Qatar, or policy shifts from the US or Iran. CENTCOM’s statements or changes in White House rhetoric could impact markets.
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Source: https://cryptobriefing.com/iran-skips-us-talks-ending-ceasefire-negotiations-and-lowering-market-optimism/
