Xi Jinping out before 2027?

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Market context

The real-world event in question is whether Xi Jinping, China’s General Secretary of the Communist Party, is removed from power for any duration between July 2025 and December 2026. On Polymarket, this contract is priced at 6¢ for “Yes”, reflecting a crowd-implied 6% probability that such an removal occurs before the settlement window closes on 31 December 2026[2]. Traders buy and sell conditional tokens using USDC on the Polygon network, with shares redeemable for $1 upon resolution[2].

Historically, Chinese leaders have rarely been abruptly ousted; removals typically follow health crises or internal factional shifts, as seen in the 2013 constitutional change that removed presidential term limits, effectively allowing Xi to remain in power indefinitely[5]. Recent reports suggest Xi’s health is deteriorating, with speculation about a transition to a ceremonial role during the August 2025 CCP Plenary Session, though no formal announcement has been made[3]. Meanwhile, Xi tightened his grip in January 2026 by purging General Zhang Youxia, a senior military figure, reinforcing his control rather than weakening it[6].

Traders should monitor key catalysts: the August 2025 CCP Plenary Session, the 21st Party Congress in 2027, and any official health disclosures or leadership announcements. The 15th Five-Year Plan, released in 2026, will shape resource allocation and could signal political priorities[9]. While some sources hint at potential successors like Wang Yang or Ding Xuexiang, the focus remains on heir selection rather than Xi’s removal in 2027[3][4]. No recent news confirms imminent dismissal, and the 6% price reflects a low but non-zero risk of unexpected political upheaval.

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Methodology

This page is a comparison snapshot: one live quote, four reference venues with their key attributes, and a single execution path — every trade button routes to PolyGram, which mirrors the Polymarket order book directly.

Resolution & payout

At resolution the UMA oracle takes over: a proposer posts the outcome with a bond, any token holder can dispute within two hours. Without dispute the result is accepted and the smart contract distributes USDC instantly.

On Kalshi (CFTC-regulated) resolution runs through their in-house clearing engine in USD. Betfair Exchange settles after match end in the account's local currency. Manifold pays no cash — only its in-platform "mana" currency.

FAQ

Where can I trade this market with the lowest fees?

Polymarket is geo-blocked in the US/UK/EU. The easiest 0%-fee broker into the same order book is PolyGram. Kalshi charges up to 7% per trade; Betfair Exchange takes 2-5% commission on net winnings.

Is this market available outside the US?

Polymarket itself is geo-blocked in the US/UK/EU. Always check the legal status of prediction markets in your jurisdiction before trading.

What's the difference between YES and NO shares?

A YES share pays $1.00 if the event happens, $0 otherwise. A NO share pays $1.00 if the event doesn't happen. The market price between 0¢ and 100¢ is the implied probability.

What does Polymarket cost to trade?

Polymarket itself charges 0% — the only cost is the Polygon network fee, typically under $0.01 per transaction. Off-chain venues like Kalshi or Betfair charge 2-7% commission.

How fast are USDC deposits?

Polygon credits deposits after 12 confirmations — usually under 30 seconds. Withdrawals follow the same path and land back in your wallet within minutes.