Purcell & Prediction Markets
You may recall that I previously mentioned Chris Masse's informative Prediction Markets Vortal.
Chris does alot of research into prediction markets, and has assembled an awesome collection of data and links at his meta-page. If you want more info on the subject, its a good place to start.
Chris and I have been having a debate about the efficacy of prediction markets; He was nice enough to make some informative comments about the Michael Jackson verdict, as well as sending us along another chart:
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Announcement stating P. Purcell's MWD resignation on/before 30 June 2005
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via Intrade
Let me add that although neither of these two outcomes support Chris' views, he did not hesitate to pass along the info. That's the sign of a scholar, who's interest lies in furthering the debate in order to determine the workings of market mechanism -- as well as a gentleman.
I want to thank him for the pointer to the Purcell chart and for being such a good sport about this. (And how could it be anything but French Champagne?).
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Hello Barry Ritholtz,
When it comes to assessing whether some official will quit under pressure, it is the second time that prediction markets fail us. On the link that I provide above, you will find the graph of the George Tenet futures market ---a miss.
We, guys in the field, should reflect on that. I will soon.
Best regards,
Chris. F. Masse
Posted by: Chris. F. Masse | Jun 14, 2005 5:07:26 AM
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