TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$230,589,906
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,885,293,300
410,482
Markets across
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events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,340
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Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
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Closed: Oct 24, 11:59 PM EST
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Description
This event tracks which music video garners the highest viewership on YouTube's U.S. daily chart for a specific date in 2026. Participants can speculate on whether a particular video will achieve top rankings based on anticipated popularity and trends.
Kalshi
The event determines the winner based on which specified music video attains the highest position on YouTube's Daily Top Music Videos chart for the United States on October 24, 2026. Each market corresponds to a unique music video or performance, and the market resolves to 'Yes' only if that specific entry secures the #1 spot on the chart for that date. All markets operate independently, meaning the resolution of one does not affect the others. The charts are compiled by YouTube, though neither YouTube nor Kalshi endorses these markets, and any references to YouTube are purely descriptive. The outcome is solely dependent on YouTube's official chart data for the specified day and region.
Frequently asked questions
Generally, prediction market odds often diverge from initial analyst forecasts, as the market aggregates information from a wider range of participants and incorporates real-time sentiment. While analysts may rely on pre-release hype and artist popularity, this market reflects the collective wisdom of traders who are incentivized to accurately predict the outcome. It’s common to see odds adjust as new information emerges, potentially revealing insights that differ from traditional expert opinions. This dynamic process can lead to more accurate predictions than relying solely on pre-event analysis.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing different music videos. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that video topping the daily charts. As more traders buy a contract, its price increases, and the implied probability of that outcome rises. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market depth and trading activity influence price movements, creating a dynamic and responsive pricing mechanism. Traders aim to profit by identifying discrepancies between their own predictions and the market’s implied probabilities.
This market resolves around Nov 7, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the music video with the highest number of views on YouTube in the USA on October 24, 2026, will determine the winning outcome. The resolution will be based on publicly available data from YouTube’s official statistics, ensuring transparency and objectivity. Traders should monitor official sources for the final view counts as the resolution date approaches to understand the potential outcome of this market.
Several signals could significantly impact this market. Unexpected releases from major artists, viral marketing campaigns, or controversies surrounding certain musicians could all shift trader sentiment. Pre-release streaming numbers and early chart performance of new music videos will be closely watched. Major award show nominations or performances featuring specific artists could also influence the odds. Any significant news event impacting the music industry or YouTube’s viewership trends could also play a role in moving this market as traders adjust their predictions based on new information.
