Kalshi Expands Beyond Crypto with Gold, Silver, Platinum Perpetual Futures

Kalshi, a US-based derivatives trading platform, is expanding its offerings beyond cryptocurrency perpetual futures. The company has filed an application with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to introduce perpetual futures contracts on gold, silver, and platinum.

The proposed agreements would allow traders to hold positions open without expiration dates, similar to traditional futures contracts. Kalshi plans to offer 24-hour derivatives trading from Monday to Friday, following the same time frame as the underlying precious metals markets.

Perpetual futures have gained popularity in the crypto trading space, enabling traders to obtain leveraged exposure without a settlement deadline. Kalshi's move comes amid growing interest in similar contracts for traditional assets, with some platforms already offering commodities-based perpetual products.