TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.1b
24H VOL:
$141,541,542
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,440,096,988
406,065
Markets across
30,522
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,692
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Jun 12, 11:59 PM EST
Polymarket
This market will resolve according to the iOS app, ranked #2 in the United States on the iPhone Apple App Store's overall Top Charts under "Free Apps", as of 12:00 PM ET on the specified date. To find the overall chart, click "Apps" at the bottom of the US iOS App Store app, scroll down to "Top Free Apps" and click "See All". Then under "Free Apps" in the "Top Charts" section, you'll see the list that will be used as the resolution source to this market (https://apps.apple.com/us/charts/iphone).
This market will resolve according to the iOS app, ranked #2 in the United States on the iPhone Apple App Store's overall Top Charts under "Free Apps", as of 12:00 PM ET on the specified date. To find the overall chart, click "Apps" at the bottom of the US iOS App Store app, scroll down to "Top Free Apps" and click "See All". Then under "Free Apps" in the "Top Charts" section, you'll see the list that will be used as the resolution source to this market (https://apps.apple.com/us/charts/iphone).
Prediction market odds reflect real-time trader sentiment and capital allocation, whereas analyst forecasts typically rely on historical app store trends, download velocity, and marketing spend projections. Markets often incorporate breaking news—app updates, viral campaigns, or competitive launches—faster than traditional analyst reports. For the #2 Free App outcome, market prices may diverge from analyst predictions when unexpected events shift user behavior or when traders identify information gaps. Comparing the two approaches reveals whether consensus favors established trends or emerging signals about app performance.
The market resolves on Jun 13, 2026, after the US Apple App Store rankings are finalized for June 12. The outcome is determined by identifying which application officially occupies the #2 position in the free apps category on that date. Resolution relies on the authoritative App Store ranking snapshot taken at the specified time. Once the ranking is confirmed, the corresponding outcome resolves to yes, and all other outcomes resolve to no. Traders holding shares in the correct outcome receive their payout based on final market odds.
Major catalysts include new app launches or major updates from competitors, viral social media campaigns, celebrity endorsements, or press coverage that drives downloads. Seasonal trends, app store algorithm changes, and pricing shifts (free-to-play conversions or promotional pricing) can significantly impact rankings. Marketing spend by app developers, integration with trending platforms or features, and user retention metrics all influence the #2 position. Additionally, changes in user behavior patterns, iOS updates affecting app discovery, or competitive app removals could reshape the ranking landscape. Real-time download data and app store charts serve as leading indicators for traders monitoring this outcome.