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: Sep 22, 2:30 PM EST
Kalshi
This market tracks whether the WTI crude oil settlement price will be above 88.49 USD/Bbl on September 22, 2026. Currently, the leading outcome – that the price *will* be above this threshold – has a 99.0% probability on Kalshi. Resolution will be based on the daily settlement price for WTI crude oil (November 2026 contract) as reported by the exchange. Keep a close watch on the OPEC+ meetings scheduled throughout 2026, as production decisions announced at those meetings will likely significantly impact oil prices leading up to the September 22, 2026 resolution date.
Each market resolves to 'Yes' if the daily settlement price for the November 2026 WTI crude oil contract on September 22, 2026, exceeds a specified threshold. Settlement uses the nearest listed contract month, rolling forward two business days before the current contract's last trading day. Prices are rounded to the nearest cent, and missing data is resolved using the most recent available published value. All markets share these consistent secondary rules, with each primary rule defining a unique price threshold for resolution.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction, meaning buyers and sellers submit bids and offers, and trades occur when they match. The price reflects the probability of the outcome occurring, with higher prices indicating a greater perceived chance of the event happening. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders are constantly adjusting their prices based on new information and their expectations about future oil prices, creating a dynamic and efficient market for forecasting. The current price reflects the aggregated beliefs of all participants trading in this market.
This market resolves around Sep 22, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the settlement price of West Texas Intermediate crude oil on that date will be used to determine whether the market resolves in favor of the 'above' or 'below' outcome. The resolution will be based on publicly available data from established sources, ensuring a transparent and verifiable outcome for all participants in this market.
Numerous factors could influence the price of oil and, consequently, move this market. Geopolitical events, such as conflicts in major oil-producing regions or changes in OPEC+ production policies, are significant catalysts. Economic indicators, like global economic growth or recessions, also play a crucial role, as demand for oil is closely tied to economic activity. Unexpected supply disruptions, technological advancements in energy production, and even shifts in global energy policies could all impact trader sentiment and lead to price fluctuations in this market.