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On the quantitative questions that are his stock in trade, like forecasting changes to the Consumer Price Index and gross domestic product, Mr. Feroli suspects something else is going on: The betting markets are just following the experts.
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Betting markets are just following the experts on quantitative questions
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    "person": "Mr. Feroli"
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February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM (3 months ago)
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February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM (3 months ago)

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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/11/business/economy/forecasts-prediction-markets-economy.html

Prediction markets, where individuals bet on economic outcomes, are proving surprisingly accurate, sometimes outperforming professional forecasters. These markets offer insights into jobs reports, inflation, and interest rate decisions, prompting economists to take notice.

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