Interactive Brokers ForecastTrader
CFTC-regulated event contract exchange from Interactive Brokers for professional traders.
Prediction Markets
Regulated Platforms
Free Available
Pricing
Free Available
Platforms
Web
API Access
Yes
Founded
2023
Overview
ForecastTrader is Interactive Brokers' dedicated prediction market platform, offering CFTC-regulated event contracts on economic, political, and financial outcomes to existing IBKR clients. It provides an institutional-grade interface with real-money USD trading and integrates seamlessly with IBKR's professional tools including Trader Workstation (TWS). It is best suited for experienced traders already on the IBKR ecosystem who want prediction markets alongside other asset classes.
Key Features
- CFTC-regulated event contracts on economic and political outcomes
- Integrated with full Interactive Brokers trading infrastructure
- Professional order management with limit and market orders
- Access via Trader Workstation (TWS) and ForecastTrader web UI
- API access through IBKR's existing TWS/Client Portal API
- USD-denominated contracts with real-money settlement
- Suitable for institutional and professional traders
Pricing Plans
Standard (IBKR)
$0/mo
- No separate subscription — part of IBKR account
- Standard IBKR commissions may apply
- Full access to ForecastTrader markets
- API access via IBKR TWS API
- USD settlement
