TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.5b
24H VOL:
$271,200,656
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,922,627,141
420,368
Markets across
40,352
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,484
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 30, 6:59 AM EST
Kalshi
These markets assess whether the Transportation Security Administration will screen a specific number of passengers at airport checkpoints across the United States on a single day in late October 2026. The outcome depends on the initial official count reported for that date, reflecting public interest in travel demand forecasts.
All markets share a common resolution mechanism based on the first published nationwide TSA passenger screening count for October 29, 2026. Each market has a distinct threshold, ranging from 1,800,000 to 3,200,000 passengers. If the reported figure meets or exceeds a market's specific threshold, that market resolves to Yes; otherwise, it resolves to No. The underlying data source is TSA’s official Passenger Volumes page, and only the first published value for the date counts—subsequent corrections or revisions are disregarded. If the initial publication is delayed, resolution is postponed until the data becomes available, subject to any contract expiration or contingency rules. The exact count is used without rounding, and all markets resolve simultaneously based on the same underlying number.
Currently, it's important to remember that analyst forecasts and polls represent opinions, while this market reflects what traders are willing to wager. Discrepancies can arise due to differing information access, biases, or simply varying interpretations of available data. If analysts predict a certain passenger volume, but traders believe factors like economic conditions or travel trends will lead to a different result, the odds in this market will adjust accordingly. Comparing these perspectives can offer a more nuanced understanding of potential outcomes than relying on either source in isolation.
This market resolves around Nov 6, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final passenger screening numbers reported by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for October 29, 2026, will determine the outcome. The market will settle based on the official, publicly available data released by the TSA, providing a clear and objective determination of the result. Traders should monitor official TSA communications as the resolution date approaches.
Several factors could significantly influence this market. Major economic shifts, such as a recession or a surge in consumer spending, could impact travel demand. Unexpected events like a pandemic resurgence, geopolitical instability, or significant airline disruptions could also cause substantial price movements. Changes in TSA policies or security protocols, or even large-scale events drawing significant crowds to airports, could also shift trader sentiment and affect the odds. Monitoring these kinds of developments will be crucial for anyone participating in this market.