TOTAL VOLUME:
$134b
24H VOL:
$103,397,351
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,410,176,180
399,592
Markets across
30,097
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,622
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: May 31, 11:59 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks which song will hold the top position on the USA daily music charts on a specific date in May 2026, with multiple songs listed as potential outcomes.
Prediction market odds on Kalshi reflect real-money trader conviction and aggregate information from millions of data points, including streaming trends, chart momentum, and artist release schedules. Analyst forecasts from music industry publications and Spotify's own trend reports typically focus on current chart position and historical performance patterns. Prediction markets often diverge from analyst consensus because traders price in longer-term catalysts like surprise album drops, viral moments, and seasonal listening shifts between now and May 2026. Markets tend to be more dynamic and forward-looking than static analyst predictions.
On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. On Kalshi, each candidate song is priced as a separate binary contract between 0 and 100 cents, where the implied probability equals the contract price. Traders buy or sell shares betting on whether a specific track will be number one on May 31, 2026. The price discovery process reflects collective expectations about streaming volume, chart performance, and competitive releases. As new information emerges—such as album announcements or chart shifts—prices adjust in real time. Kalshi's order book and trade history are transparent, allowing you to see exactly how market sentiment has shifted.
The market resolves on Jun 14, 2026. Resolution is determined by Spotify's official USA chart position as published on May 31, 2026. The song ranked number one on that date will be declared the winning outcome. All trades settle based on the official Spotify chart snapshot taken on the resolution date. Traders holding shares in the correct song receive their payout, while incorrect positions expire worthless.
Major catalysts include surprise album releases and single drops from top artists, viral social media moments or TikTok trends that boost streaming, Grammy Awards and major award show performances, seasonal listening patterns and holiday releases, chart momentum shifts as competing songs age, and radio airplay changes. Celebrity collaborations and high-profile music videos can rapidly shift streaming volume. Streaming platform algorithm changes or playlist placements also influence chart position. Geopolitical or cultural events affecting artist visibility may reshape listener preferences. Traders monitor music industry news, streaming data, and social sentiment continuously to adjust positions ahead of May 31, 2026.