Decimal Odds

Decimal Odds

Basic Betting

Definition

Odds format (popular in Europe/Canada) expressed as a decimal number. The decimal represents the total return for each \$1 wagered (including stake).

Formula

Payout = Decimal × Stake. Implied Probability = 1/Decimal × 100%.

Example

A **1.50** decimal odd means a \$100 bet returns \$150 total (\$100 stake + \$50 profit). A longshot might be **5.00**, returning \$500 on a \$100 bet.