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410,833
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Closed: Oct 23, 2:01 PM EST
Polymarket
This market will resolve according to the number of times Khamenei (@khamenei_ir), posts on X between October 16, 12:00 PM ET and October 23, 2026, 12:00 PM ET. For the purposes of this market, only main feed posts, quote posts and reposts will count. Replies will NOT count towards the total - however, replies which are recorded on the main feed will be counted by the tracker. Deleted posts will count as long as they remain available long enough to be captured by the tracker (~5 minutes). The resolution source for this market is the "Post Counter" figure for posts found at https://xtracker.polymarket.com. Individual posts can be viewed by clicking "Export Data". If the tracker does not update correctly in accordance with the rules, X itself may be used as a secondary resolution source.
This market will resolve according to the number of times Khamenei (@khamenei_ir), posts on X between October 16, 12:00 PM ET and October 23, 2026, 12:00 PM ET. For the purposes of this market, only main feed posts, quote posts and reposts will count. Replies will NOT count towards the total - however, replies which are recorded on the main feed will be counted by the tracker. Deleted posts will count as long as they remain available long enough to be captured by the tracker (~5 minutes). The resolution source for this market is the "Post Counter" figure for posts found at https://xtracker.polymarket.com. Individual posts can be viewed by clicking "Export Data". If the tracker does not update correctly in accordance with the rules, X itself may be used as a secondary resolution source.
It's difficult to directly compare prediction market odds to polling averages for this type of event, as there aren't readily available polls specifically forecasting the posting frequency of Ayatollah Khamenei. However, this market reflects a collective assessment of factors influencing his communication strategy, such as geopolitical events, domestic political considerations, and scheduled religious observances. Unlike polls which capture stated opinions, this market incentivizes accurate forecasting through financial rewards, potentially leading to a more informed and precise prediction of the actual number of posts made during the specified timeframe. The current price action suggests a different view than any available expert analysis.
On Polymarket, this market is priced through a continuous double auction, meaning traders buy and sell shares representing their belief about the outcome. On Polymarket, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of a share directly reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, with higher prices indicating greater confidence. As more traders participate and new information emerges, the price adjusts to reflect the latest collective assessment. Currently, the market is driven by speculation surrounding potential announcements or statements from Ayatollah Khamenei related to regional conflicts or internal Iranian affairs, and the price is highly sensitive to any relevant news developments.
This market resolves around Oct 23, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will depend on a verified count of official posts made by Ayatollah Khamenei on his designated social media channels and official website between October 16th and October 23rd, 2026. The exact number of posts will be determined by a publicly available record, ensuring transparency and objectivity in the resolution process. Traders should monitor news sources and official channels as the resolution date approaches to stay informed about potential developments.
Several signals or events could significantly move this market. Major geopolitical events involving Iran, such as escalations in regional conflicts or shifts in international negotiations, would likely impact the perceived need for Khamenei to issue statements. Significant domestic political developments within Iran, like changes in government policy or public protests, could also prompt increased communication. Additionally, scheduled religious observances or anniversaries often lead to increased activity on his official channels. Unexpected announcements or statements from other key political figures could also influence trading activity in this market.