TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$130,522,377
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,438,389,636
404,028
Markets across
30,214
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,681
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 5, 10:46 AM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks Abercrombie & Fitch's credit card spending performance for August 2026, using a specialized index to compare spending levels against the same month in the previous year. The index reflects changes in consumer purchasing behavior, with values above 100 indicating growth compared to the prior year. The outcome depends on whether the reported index exceeds specific thresholds.
All markets in this event resolve based on the Carbon Arc Abercrombie & Fitch Monthly Credit Card Spend index for August 2026. Each market has a distinct threshold (ranging from 94 to 110), and resolves to 'Yes' if the reported index exceeds its respective threshold. The determining value is the first report published by Carbon Arc, and any subsequent corrections or revisions after settlement will not affect the outcome. The index measures year-over-year changes in U.S. store visits, with 100 representing parity to the same month last year. Values above 100 signify growth, while values below 100 indicate decline. The data is derived from mobile location tracking across over 200 million devices, adjusted for seasonality, weather, and holidays, and updates daily as new information becomes available.
Compared to traditional analyst forecasts, prediction market odds for this market often reflect a more immediate, crowd-sourced interpretation of upcoming sales data. While analysts may incorporate a wide range of metrics and forward-looking estimates, traders on Kalshi adjust prices based on recent news, consumer sentiment indicators, and short-term economic signals. This can lead to tighter or wider spreads depending on market volatility, but the trader-driven approach frequently captures rapid shifts that formal reports may lag behind.
This market resolves around Sep 14, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final settlement will reflect the officially reported credit card spend figures for Abercrombie & Fitch for August, as published in the company’s earnings release or SEC filings. Traders should monitor press releases and financial disclosures closely in the days leading up to resolution for any early indicators that might affect the result.
Several signals could shift probabilities in this market before it settles. Key earnings announcements, same-store sales comparisons, and consumer confidence reports may all influence trader sentiment. Media coverage of fashion trends, inventory adjustments, or promotional events from Abercrombie & Fitch could also create volatility. Additionally, broader economic news such as interest rate decisions or changes in consumer spending habits may affect expectations for retail performance in the weeks ahead.