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Kalshi seeks to launch US500 perpetual contract tied to equity index

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Kalshi is seeking to launch a perpetual contract tied to an equity index, according to a regulatory filing cited by CNBC Finance.

The proposed contract would be linked to the MerQube U.S. Large Cap Index, and would be identified as a US500 perp.

CNBC Finance reports that the move is part of Kalshi expanding its offerings as it enters territory traditionally served by established exchanges.

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CNBC FinanceKalshi seeks to launch ‘perps’ on equity indexes as it moves in on traditional exchanges' turf
CNBC FinanceKalshi seeks to launch ‘perps’ on equity indexes as it moves in on traditional exchanges' turf

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