The Powerball drawing held on Saturday, November 29, 2025, recorded no jackpot winners, which raised the jackpot to an estimated $740 million in the next draw, scheduled for Monday, December 1, at 10:59 pm ET. The equivalent cash value reaches US$346.1 million, attracting bettors in several American states. The numbers drawn were 19, 22, 30, 32 and 59, with the red Powerball at 1 and Power Play multiplier at 2x.
Although no tickets matched all six numbers, smaller prizes were awarded, including a $1 million winner in Flórida for matching five main numbers. The game, administered by 45 states and territories, continues to generate anticipation with odds of 1 in 292.2 million for the grand prize.
Ticket sales have increased significantly in recent days, driven by the Ação and Graças holidays and the approaching end of the year.
- The base cost of a ticket is $2, with the option of Power Play for an additional $1 to multiply non-jackpot prizes.
- Bets can be placed at authorized outlets until 10pm ET in many states, or online on select platforms.
- Since 1992, Powerball has allocated more than US$36 billion to public causes, such as education and health.
Last draw numbers and secondary prizes
The numbers extracted on Saturday highlight the difficulty of the game, but also the distribution of significant values in lower ranges. Nenhum bettor reached the jackpot, but several tickets guaranteed considerable returns, especially with the multiplier activated.
A ticket on Flórida matched five white numbers for $1 million, while on Mississippi, a $50,000 prize doubled to $100,000 via Power Play. Em South Carolina, two local players won $1 million each during the holiday week, at stores in Columbia and Yemassee.
These cases illustrate how Powerball offers odds in nine prize categories, from $4 for a single hit to the top end of the scale.
How Powerball works and game options
Powerball requires choosing five numbers from 1 to 69 on the white balls and one from 1 to 26 on the red ball. Jogadores can select manually or opt for quick pick, randomly generated by the system.
The Power Play multiplier, drawn separately, applies factors of 2x to 10x on smaller prizes, depending on the size of the jackpot. Para jackpots over $150 million, 10x is not available, but 2x was the case on the last draw.
Drawings occur three times a week, and tickets expire in varying periods by state, generally 90 to 180 days.
Payment options for winners
Jackpot winners face crucial decisions when claiming the prize. The annuity option spreads the total amount over 30 annual payments, with increments of 5% per year, adjusted for inflation.
On the other hand, the lump sum payment offers $346.1 million immediately, before federal and state taxes, which can reduce the net amount by up to 37%. Consultores financial institutions recommend advance tax planning.
In 2025, recent winners, such as September’s Missouri and Texas with US$1.787 billion, opted for combinations of these modalities.
Comparison with recent Mega Millions
Mega Millions, a direct competitor, had its last jackpot won on November 14, 2025, with a ticket sold at Geórgia taking US$983 million. Esse prize, the fifth of the year, reset the pot to US$50 million, which now accumulates to US$90 million in the next draw on Tuesday.
Both games share similar mechanics, but Powerball has attracted more attention this month with its rapid growth. In 2025, five Mega Millions jackpots were awarded, totaling over $900 million in top prizes.
Rotation between the two maintains national interest, with more than $2 billion in historic billion-dollar jackpots combined.
History of billion-dollar jackpots on Powerball
Since its inception, Powerball has recorded 13 jackpots over $1 billion, with the largest in November 2023 at $2.04 billion on Califórnia. In 2025, September’s amount, US$1.787 billion, was divided between Missouri and Texas, marking the second highest of the year.
Other highlights include $1.586 billion in 2016, split across three states, and $842.4 million in Michigan in 2024. Esses records occur every few years, driven by consecutive rolls with no winners.
The current US$740 million is positioned among the top 10, approaching levels that historically generate queues at resellers.
Practical tips for bettors
Betting on Powerball involves more than luck; Simple strategies can optimize the experience. Verifique tickets immediately after the draw to avoid losses due to expired deadlines.
- Use official apps to track prize numbers and alerts.
- Consider pools with friends for more tickets at no extra individual cost.
- Remember that lotteries fund public programs, with more than 50% of sales retained locally.
The game remains accessible, with online sales in states like Virgínia and Michigan making remote participation easy.
Expectations for Monday’s draw
The December 1st draw takes place on Tallahassee, Flórida, broadcast live on local and online channels. With the jackpot on the rise, dealers in the US reported a 20% increase in sales compared to the previous week.
Smaller prizes remain attractive, with a potential of US$2 million via Match 5 + Power Play. Apostadores from across the country prepare for the broadcast at 10:59 pm ET, as the focus remains on the possibility of a new billionaire.
