Powerball results for December 20 drawing; $1.5 billion jackpot up for grabs
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 4h ago
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Current Jackpot: The Powerball jackpot has reached $1.5 billion, making it the 5th largest in history, with the drawing scheduled for December 20 at 11 p.m. ET.
Winning Details: A winning ticket matching all numbers can opt for a one-time cash payment of $686.5 million before taxes, and the jackpot has rolled over 45 times since September 6.
Ticket Purchase Options: Tickets can be purchased for $2 at various locations, including convenience stores and online through the Jackpocket app, which is available in multiple states.
Game Mechanics: Players select five white balls (1-69) and one red Powerball (1-26), with the option to add a "Power Play" for increased non-jackpot winnings. Drawings occur three times a week.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
