Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Jan 1, 2027
Leader sits at 80% across 6 bound outcomes, runner-up at 62%. This is a winner-take-all market — the headline is the leader’s price, not an arithmetic mean.
Leader probability
Before Jan 31, 2028
Outcomes
6
winner-take-all
Runner-up
62¢
Before Jun 1, 2027
Spread
18pp
contested
24h volume
$756
thin orderbook
Closes
Jan 31, 2028
549 days
Venue
Kalshi
6 bound
Bracket family
How the bracket ladder is priced.
Each row is one outcome on the venue. Sorted by 24h volume — the heaviest book is at the top.
Cluster 1
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Jan 1, 2027?: Before Jan 1, 2027
KXLEAVEPOWELLGOV-26AUG01-27
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Aug 1, 2026?: Before Jun 1, 2027
KXLEAVEPOWELLGOV-27JUN01
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Aug 1, 2026?: Before Jan 31, 2028
KXLEAVEPOWELLGOV-28JAN31
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Aug 1, 2026?: Before Dec 1, 2026
KXLEAVEPOWELLGOV-26DEC01
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Aug 1, 2026?: Before Nov 1, 2026
KXLEAVEPOWELLGOV-26NOV01
Will Jerome Powell leave Member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System before Aug 1, 2026?: Before Oct 1, 2026
KXLEAVEPOWELLGOV-26OCT01
Analysis
This market estimates a 72% probability that Jerome Powell will step down from his Federal Reserve Board position before January 1, 2027—roughly eight months away. Powell currently serves as Chair of the Federal Reserve, a separate role from his Board membership, though the two are typically held together. The elevated probability reflects uncertainty around potential policy changes, political pressure, or voluntary departure decisions. Key factors include Powell's stated intentions regarding his tenure, any changes in administration positions on Fed leadership, and major economic developments that might influence his decision-making timeline. The contract's relatively low trading volume ($3,388 in 24-hour activity) suggests limited market conviction compared to other political outcomes.
- ›Powell's current dual role as both Federal Reserve Chair and Board member, where Chair succession planning typically occurs around standard term transitions
- ›Political pressure and rhetoric from administration or Congress regarding Federal Reserve independence and leadership preferences
- ›Economic conditions and market volatility between May 2026 and January 2027 that could influence Powell's strategic decisions about tenure
- ›Powell's public statements and congressional testimony regarding his future plans and timeline for any transitions
- ›Scheduled Federal Reserve meetings and policy announcements that might trigger leadership changes or clarify his position
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