TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$245,801,863
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,902,097,102
417,059
Markets across
40,178
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,415
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Nov 1, 1:25 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks how much a McDonald's Egg McMuffin costs on average across the United States during October 2026. The focus is on consumer pricing trends for this popular breakfast item, reflecting broader economic factors like inflation or cost adjustments in the fast-food industry.
All markets in this event resolve based on the same underlying data point: the first October 2026 value reported by Spice Data for the average U.S. price of a McDonald's Egg McMuffin. Each market has a different threshold price, ranging from $4.76 to $4.82. If the reported average price meets or exceeds a market's specific threshold, that market resolves to Yes; otherwise, it resolves to No. Post-reporting corrections or revisions to the data will not change the outcome. No endorsement from McDonald’s Corporation is implied, and all references to McDonald’s or its marks are used descriptively only.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing their belief about whether the average U.S. price of a McDonald's Egg McMuffin in October 2026 will be above or below a certain threshold. The price of these contracts fluctuates based on supply and demand, reflecting the collective expectations of all participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. This means the price movements are driven solely by traders on Kalshi and their assessment of the likelihood of different price outcomes.
This market resolves around Nov 9, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will depend on the average U.S. retail price of a McDonald's Egg McMuffin during the month of October 2026. This price will be determined based on publicly available data and verified against credible sources. The final price will dictate whether contracts predicting a price above or below a certain level will pay out.
Several factors could influence the price in this market over the next couple of years. Changes in the cost of ingredients like eggs, pork, and cheese would likely have a significant impact. Broader economic conditions, such as inflation or a recession, could also affect pricing decisions by McDonald's. Unexpected supply chain disruptions or shifts in consumer demand for breakfast items could also move the market. Finally, any announcements from McDonald's regarding pricing strategies or menu changes would be closely watched by traders.