FanDuel plans to start a new phase in its US operations soon. The company will launch a regulated prediction market platform that it created together with CME Group. This project, which might begin by the end of 2025, shows a unique blend of finance and entertainment. It also points to the company’s goal to branch out beyond typical sports betting.
“FanDuel Markets” to Let Users Bet on Economic Trends, Steering Clear of Sports for Now
The new app, likely to be called “FanDuel Markets,” will give users a chance to make cheap bets on outcomes linked to economic and financial benchmarks. These include the S&P 500, gold, oil, and key indicators like GDP and inflation. Each bet will be a simple “yes” or “no” choice starting from just one dollar. This setup aims to offer a quick and easy trading experience for everyone.
Even though the tech behind the platform could support sports-related contracts, FanDuel will not include them when it launches. The company wants to avoid potential run-ins with state-level gambling laws since several regulators are still challenging the legality of sports prediction markets in court. At the recent Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, Flutter Entertainment CEO Peter Jackson stressed that they will start by focusing on “financial, leisure, and entertainment” products instead of sports outcomes.
Jackson portrayed the CME Group partnership as a natural next step for both companies. FanDuel brings name recognition and many customers, while CME adds its know-how in derivatives and regulatory framework. For CME, the deal also gives a chance to connect with everyday consumers, a group the financial giant has been trying to reach.
Flutter’s Scale Gives FanDuel an Edge as It Prepares to Enter Federally Regulated Prediction Markets
Jefferies investment analysts think FanDuel could enter the regulated prediction market in late 2025 with nationwide access. They pointed out that Flutter‘s size and varied business model set it up well to succeed under different regulatory situations.
People who watch the industry see this move as a way to protect against higher taxes and running costs in sports betting. By getting into financial prediction markets, FanDuel can work under different rules set by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), which might let it operate in all 50 states.
At G2E, everyone was talking about prediction markets, showing how these products mix trading and gaming. Jackson, whose company runs the Betfair Exchange in other countries, said Flutter’s know-how with platforms where people bet against each other gives it a big plus as it starts this new venture.
He admitted, though, that sports prediction contracts still face legal challenges. At present, FanDuel plans to concentrate on products that combine trading mechanics with entertainment. Jackson called this “a thrilling chance for both companies” and mentioned that US consumers will soon have access to these offerings.