Short Answer

Vladimir Putin is unlikely to be out as President of Russia by June 30, 2027, given his current active role and the robust constitutional and security mechanisms supporting his leadership; the market prices this outcome at 16.0%.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

The assessed probability of Vladimir Putin leaving the Russian presidency before 2027 declined on September 1, 2026. The market price moved from 7.5% to 6.5% on that date, coinciding with reports confirming his active participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of State Council meeting. This public appearance provided a current data point of Putin fulfilling his presidential duties, weighing against the market's "YES" condition.
This market has zero trading volume, indicating the price movement is not driven by trader activity. Instead, the price likely reflects automated adjustments. The narrow, sideways trend within a 6.5% to 7.5% range is consistent with the low baseline probability implied by the 2020 constitutional amendments, which permit Putin to remain in office until 2036. The absence of traded contracts suggests no new information has emerged to challenge this outlook.
  • Since last update (~28d): The August 31, 2026 outcome resolved "no," causing a -1.0pp market probability shift.
  • Headline market probability declined more (-1.0pp) than the model (-0.7pp), compressing the edge +0.3pp.
  • Our confidence score increased by +1.0pp, reflecting higher conviction in our analysis.
  • The June 30, 2027 market probability rose +1.0pp; the model also increased +0.7pp.
  • Putin's confirmed active engagement as President lowers departure probabilities.
  • 2020 constitutional amendments and security mechanisms support Putin's leadership.

Who Wins and Why

Outcome Market Model Why
December 31, 2026 6.0% 4.0% Evidence reinforces Vladimir Putin's active role and robust mechanisms supporting his leadership.
June 30, 2027 16.0% 10.7% Evidence reinforces Vladimir Putin's active role and robust mechanisms supporting his leadership.

Current Context

As of September 1, 2026, Vladimir Putin remains President of Russia, actively fulfilling his duties. His participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of State Council meeting in Bishkek on that date attests to this [1][2][3][4]. Constitutional amendments adopted in 2020 permit him to serve additional six-year terms, extending his potential presidency until 2036 [5][6][7].
The regime faces isolation and economic stress despite Putin's tenure. Analysts describe Putin's government as increasingly isolated, operating within a "vulnerability zone" [8][9][10]. This vulnerability stems from economic stress, the ongoing military stalemate in Ukraine, and internal elite pressures [8][9][10]. Recent reports also indicate rising domestic discontent, with Russian public confidence in the national government, the military, and the honesty of elections declining significantly by mid-2026 [11].
No consensus exists on the timing or manner of Putin's departure. Despite these pressures, there is no consensus on when or how Putin's presidency will conclude [8][9][10]. Experts note that an orderly succession plan is currently absent [8][9][10]. The geopolitical situation remains dominated by the war in Ukraine and U.S.-led mediation efforts, yet no documented timeline or consensus exists for his departure from the presidency [12][13].
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2. Price Chart

Historical Price (Probability)

Outcome probability
Date

3. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

This market resolves to "Yes" if Vladimir Putin ceases to be President of Russia for any period between market creation and July 1, 2027. This includes immediate resolution upon an announcement of his resignation/removal, or if he is detained, effectively removed, or permanently prevented from fulfilling his duties. Otherwise, the market resolves to "No," with official information from Vladimir Putin and the Russian government serving as primary resolution sources, supplemented by a consensus of credible reporting.

Available Contracts

Market options and current pricing

Outcome bucket Yes (price) No (price) Last trade probability
December 31, 2026 $0.07 $0.94 6%
June 30, 2027 $0.16 $0.85 16%

Market Discussion

Traders generally anticipate Vladimir Putin will remain President, as indicated by high "No" probabilities across all expiration dates (e.g., 94% for December 2026). Arguments for a "Yes" resolution are speculative, citing Putin's perceived fatigue, pale appearance, and the notion that "nothing lasts forever." Conversely, direct arguments for "No" are minimally articulated in the comments, beyond simple assertions, but are implicitly supported by the market's strong lean and background information suggesting Putin's firm control over Russia's political system.

4. Trust Index

Octagon Trust Index Polymarket 40 High Risk

The market subject can determine its own outcome.

Integrity risk· Outcome control

Trust score capped by Market integrity (20).

How it adds up
Integrity80% of score38High Risk
Trade quality20% of score78Good

Includes the cost to trade: a $10,000 order can't be filled here because the order book is too thin.

Weighted blend46overridden
Safety capMarket integrity40High Risk

Market integrity 20 is below the safety floor of 30, so the score can't exceed 40.

Full methodology · About the Trust Index

Trust profile
Integrity6 screens run · 1 doesn't apply · 3 awaiting data
Market integrity
20Avoid

Outcome can be influenced

Outcome controlStructural risk · high confidence

The market subject can determine its own outcome.

Screened clean
Thin-leg convictionNo thin outcomes Clear
Large tradesNo single trade dominates the tape. Clear
Thin-volume movesNo significant move Clear
Size patternsTrade sizes look organic. Clear
Info fairness
40High Risk
Information exposureStructural risk · medium confidence

Own-exit market: the subject can decide to leave, and knows first

4 screens not run
Move vs. catalyst · data source not connected
Longshot repricing · data source not connected
Pre-broadcast certainty · doesn't apply to this market type
Cross-venue timing · data source not connected
Resolution quality
60Caution

Settlement depends on token voting

No suspicious activity on any screen

Resolution rules read: Check the rules

Settlement is decided by a token-holder vote.

Liquidity
80Deep

Size fills near the screen price

2 contracts · worst first · 3 settled or closed — not scored

June 30, 202772
Tradeable · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Book spread 20% vs realized 5%
December 31, 202682
Deep · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
70Stable

No significant moves

2 contracts · worst first · 3 settled or closed — not scored

June 30, 2027—
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

December 31, 2026—
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Rule clarity
80Check the rules

Counts toward Resolution quality, not here

2 contracts · worst first · 3 settled or closed — not scored

June 30, 202780
Check the rules · low confidence

Settles on a clear result. Verify the settlement source and resolution date.

objective outcome · Unclearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
December 31, 202680
Check the rules · low confidence

Settles on a clear result. Verify the settlement source and resolution date.

objective outcome · Unclearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Trade quality
78Good

Order book supports trading

Deep and tight enough to trade efficiently.

Outcome quality 79 (notional-weighted across 2 scored legs)

$100 order: 0.0c slippage (<1% of a 3c contract)

$1,000 order: 0.0c slippage (<1% of a 3c contract)

$10,000 order: book too thin to fill

3 settled or closed — not scored

June 30, 202772Market scoreLiquidity72Move quality–Rule clarity80
Why 72
Liquidity
72 · Tradeable · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Book spread 20% vs realized 5%
Move quality
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Rule clarity
80 · Check the rules · low confidence

Settles on a clear result. Verify the settlement source and resolution date.

objective outcome · Unclearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
December 31, 202680Market scoreLiquidity82Move quality–Rule clarity80
Why 80
Liquidity
82 · Deep · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Rule clarity
80 · Check the rules · low confidence

Settles on a clear result. Verify the settlement source and resolution date.

objective outcome · Unclearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear

underwriting_v1.4 · computed Oct 2, 2026

5. What specific military or economic setbacks in the Ukraine conflict between now and 2026 could trigger a challenge to Putin's leadership from Russian elites?

Trigger for leadership challengeDecisive battlefield defeat or severe economic/fiscal crisis [1][2][3]
War economy unsustainable bySeptember 2026 [4][2][5]
Nature of economic crisisDebt default or mass bank runs [1][2][3]
Decisive military setbacks or severe economic crises could challenge Putin's leadership. A significant battlefield defeat or an acute economic or fiscal crisis has the potential to trigger a challenge to Putin's leadership from Russian elites [1][2][3]. Such an economic downturn might involve a debt default or widespread bank runs, aligning with projections that Russia's war economy will become unsustainable by September 2026 [1][2][3][4][5]. This period is forecasted to include labor shortages, substantial budget deficits, and potential banking crises stemming from consumer and business debt, indicating an economy with an overheated military production sector contrasting with civilian stagnation [4][2][5].
Russian elites face a dilemma, likely leading to subtle rather than overt challenges. These elites confront a structural dilemma where both supporting and opposing the current regime carry substantial risks [1][6][4]. Consequently, any fragmentation among the elite is more likely to appear as quiet questioning or pressure for negotiations, rather than an immediate, coordinated coup attempt [1][6][4].
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  1. 1Rising tensions within Russia's ruling elite: a mounting...osw.waw.pl
  2. 2Russia's War of Self-Destructionfpri.org
  3. 3Russia's War in Ukraine: The Next Chaptercsis.org
  4. 4The Coming Crisis in Russia's Political Economyiiss.org
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  6. 6Silent Elite Fragmentation: Trajectory of Putin's Regime in...habtoorresearch.com

6. What constitutional and security-state mechanisms enacted since 2020 provide the strongest support for Vladimir Putin remaining in power through 2026?

Presidential Term ExtensionConstitutionally allowed to serve until 2036 [1][2][3]
Impeachment FeasibilityEffectively impossible due to supermajorities and court confirmation [4]
Security State ControlConsolidated over FSB and National Guard [1][5][6]
The 2020 constitutional amendments legally reset Vladimir Putin's presidential term count. These amendments provide the legal framework for him to serve two additional six-year terms, potentially extending his rule until 2036 [1][2][3].
Robust institutional and security mechanisms underpin Putin's continued power. The impeachment process is exceptionally difficult, requiring supermajorities and confirmation by the constitutional court, which renders legal or procedural removal virtually impossible under current conditions [4]. Furthermore, the regime has consolidated security state mechanisms, including the dominance of siloviki and firm control over the FSB and National Guard, to ensure systemic loyalty and prevent elite defection [1][5][6].
Opposition suppression strengthens Putin's personalized power structure. The systematic elimination of independent political opposition and credible successors has resulted in a highly personalized power structure. In this system, the survival of the elite is directly linked to Putin's continued leadership, further solidifying his grip on power [1][7][6].
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7. How do the potential scenarios for a post-Putin transition—an orderly succession versus a sudden power struggle—compare in terms of key triggers and elite factions involved?

Orderly Transition ScenarioManaged handover by ruling security elite [1][2][3]
Volatile Transition TriggerSudden, involuntary departure or lack of designated successor [1][2][3]
Prediction Market Probability90% against Putin's removal by end of 2026 (August 2026) [4][5][6]
Post-Putin transition scenarios include an orderly succession or a sudden power struggle [1][2][3]. An orderly succession typically involves a pre-arranged transfer of power, likely coordinated by the ruling security elite [1][2][3]. Conversely, a sudden power struggle would be triggered by an abrupt or involuntary departure of Putin, or if no designated successor is in place [1][2][3].
Elite factions significantly influence the stability of any succession. Key groups influencing a potential transition include the siloviki (security and intelligence services), the military, and technocratic administrators [1][7][2][8][9]. The level of agreement among these factions is a critical determinant of whether the transition remains stable or descends into infighting [1][7][2][8][9]. As of late August 2026, prediction markets indicate a strong consensus against Putin's removal by the end of 2026 [4][5][6]. Specifically, a roughly 90% probability suggests an expectation of his continued leadership in the near term [4][5][6].
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  1. 1The Power Struggle After Putinforeignaffairs.com
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  4. 4Putin out as President of Russia by...?polymarket.com
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8. What are the most reliable, publicly available datasets for tracking Russian public opinion on the government from sources like the Levada Center versus state-controlled pollsters like VCIOM?

Most Reliable Independent SourceLevada Center [1][2][3]
State-owned PollsterVCIOM (Russian Public Opinion Research Center) [4][5][3][6]
VCIOM CriticismMethodological shifts to inflate approval ratings [6]
The Levada Center offers the most reliable independent tracking of Russian public opinion. Widely recognized as the leading independent source for gauging public sentiment towards the government, its polling data remains valuable despite the challenging political environment in Russia, which includes issues like self-censorship and various methodological hurdles [1][2][3].
In contrast, VCIOM, a state-owned pollster, presents a contrasting view of public support. This center typically reports higher levels of government approval [4][5][3][6]. VCIOM has faced criticism over alleged methodological changes that appear designed to stabilize or artificially inflate presidential approval ratings, particularly during periods of decline [6]. The research provided does not include specific links to archives of raw datasets from these organizations, beyond VCIOM's general website [4].
Sources (6)
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  3. 3Russian Attitudes Are Shifting as the War's Effects Come...csis.org
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9. What verifiable evidence from state media, intelligence reports, and independent analysis exists regarding Vladimir Putin's health and capacity to govern through 2026?

Verified Health ConditionsNone confirmed by independent medical or intelligence sources [1][2]
Probability to Remain in Power (2026)90-93% through December 31, 2026 (as of Sept 1, 2026) [2][3][4]
Kremlin's Response to Health RumorsConsistently dismissed as baseless gossip [1][2]
No authoritative evidence supports Vladimir Putin's rumored specific health conditions. Independent medical or intelligence sources do not present verifiable evidence confirming specific health issues for Vladimir Putin [1][2]. Speculation regarding conditions such as Parkinson's or cancer remains unconfirmed, with the Kremlin consistently dismissing these reports as baseless gossip [1][2]. Public discussion surrounding his health is often driven by unverified, anecdotal observations of physical demeanor or leaked, sometimes edited, media clips, such as a March 2026 report of a coughing fit, none of which have authoritative corroboration [5].
Prediction markets indicate Putin's strong likelihood of remaining in power. As of September 1, 2026, prediction markets show an overwhelming consensus, with approximately 90-93% probability, that Vladimir Putin will remain in power through December 31, 2026 [2][3][4]. While independent analysis highlights increasing vulnerabilities for the Putin regime in 2026 due to economic stress, war-related social pressures, and elite friction, analysts generally categorize the regime as fragile but not in imminent danger of collapse [5][6][7][8].
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10. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

As of September 1, 2026, Vladimir Putin is the incumbent President of the Russian Federation and remains actively engaged in official duties [1][2][3]. He assumed his current fifth presidential term on May 7, 2024, following his victory in the March 2024 election [4][5]. Under current Russian constitutional law, he is eligible to serve as president until 2036, a provision enabled by constitutional amendments adopted in 2020 that allow for two additional six-year terms [6][7][8]. He was recognized as President of Russia as of August 2026, having engaged in diplomatic discussions regarding the Russia-Ukraine war in January and February 2026 [9].
Prediction markets place a low probability on Vladimir Putin leaving the presidency before the end of 2026 or mid-2027, with general market consensus at 85%–90%+ for his continuity in office through these dates [10][11][12]. Although some members of the U.S. House of Representatives introduced non-binding resolutions to express nonrecognition of his presidency beyond May 7, 2024, these resolutions did not pass [8][13][14].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Closes: July 01, 2027
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  13. 13Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that any attempt by the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin to remain in office beyond May 7, 2024, shall warrant nonrecognition on the part of the United States. (2021; 117th Congress H.Res. 806) - GovTrack.usgovtrack.us
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