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, 11:59 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks which music video achieves the second-highest position on YouTube's global daily chart for a specific date. Participants can speculate on whether particular songs or artists will secure this ranking, reflecting viewer engagement and popularity trends.
The event determines the runner-up position on YouTube's Daily Top Music Videos Global chart for September 5, 2026. Each market corresponds to a specific music video; resolution occurs if that video ranks exactly #2 on the specified chart for that date. All markets operate independently, meaning only the market matching the actual #2 video resolves to 'Yes.' The rules clarify that references to YouTube are purely descriptive and do not imply endorsement or affiliation between YouTube and the platform hosting these markets. No other conditions or tiebreakers are specified beyond the exact ranking requirement.
Currently, it's difficult to directly compare the odds in this market to specific analyst forecasts, as comprehensive public predictions for this event are limited. However, prediction markets often aggregate diverse opinions and can reflect a 'wisdom of the crowd' effect, potentially offering a different perspective than individual expert predictions. If analysts were to release forecasts, comparing them to the implied probabilities in this market could reveal interesting insights into differing expectations surrounding the eventual outcome. It's important to remember that prediction markets represent what people are *willing to bet* on, rather than what they necessarily *believe* will happen.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction, meaning traders can buy and sell contracts at any time, setting their own prices. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, with higher prices indicating a greater perceived chance of success. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market depth – the number of buy and sell orders at different price levels – provides insight into the strength of conviction behind those prices. As more traders participate and new information becomes available, the prices will adjust to reflect the collective assessment of the outcome.
This market resolves around Sep 19, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the market will determine which music video achieved the highest ranking as the 'Runner-Up Daily Music Video Global' on YouTube at the close of the specified date. The resolution will be based on publicly available data from YouTube's official charts and rankings. The final determination will be made by Kalshi based on this publicly verifiable information, ensuring a transparent and objective outcome for this market.
Several signals could significantly impact this market. Unexpected viral trends on YouTube, shifts in viewer preferences, or major promotional campaigns by artists could all influence the ranking of music videos. Any news regarding YouTube's algorithm or chart methodology could also move the market, as it would affect how videos are ranked. Finally, the release of highly anticipated music videos in the days leading up to Sep 19, 2026 could create significant volatility. Monitoring these factors and tracking changes in YouTube’s trending videos will be crucial for understanding potential shifts in this market.