TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.1b
24H VOL:
$113,466,932
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,423,222,590
402,751
Markets across
30,217
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,632
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 1, 9:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks maritime traffic levels through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for global oil shipments. During a specified week, observers will monitor whether the peak daily vessel transits surpass various thresholds. The outcome depends on official data from a reputable international financial institution.
All markets in this event series share the same underlying structure and resolution process. Each market has a specific numerical threshold (ranging from above 5 to above 30) that must be exceeded by the highest single-day count of vessel transit calls through the Strait of Hormuz, as officially reported by the IMF PortWatch during the period from August 24 to August 30, 2026. Regardless of the threshold level, all markets use identical methodology: the expiration value is determined by identifying the maximum daily transit count within that week. Resolution for all markets occurs no earlier than Tuesday at 9 AM following the conclusion of the observation period, ensuring all participants have access to complete and verified data before any market settles.
Compared to public polling averages, this market often reflects more nuanced or forward-looking expectations, especially on issues like traffic patterns that may not be captured in traditional surveys. Prediction markets incorporate real-money bets and can react quickly to new data, whereas polls may lag or reflect broader public sentiment rather than specific, measurable outcomes.
This market resolves around Sep 1, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Judges will compare official traffic data against the defined thresholds, and the result will be finalized based on widely accessible sources that confirm whether peak traffic occurred during the specified period.
Several signals could shift this market before it closes: geopolitical developments affecting naval passage, unexpected weather events, or reported increases in cargo shipments through the strait. Any official announcements, satellite traffic observations, or regional maritime alerts may also cause rapid price adjustments as traders reassess the likelihood of hitting peak traffic levels.