TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.1b
24H VOL:
$141,541,542
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,440,096,988
406,065
Markets across
30,522
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,692
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 5, 12:42 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks projected credit card spending at Ulta for August 2026, using an index that compares monthly spending to the same month in the previous year. The index reflects growth or decline relative to the prior year's figures, with values above 100 indicating an increase. Outcomes depend on whether the reported index meets specific thresholds.
All markets in this event resolve based on the Carbon Arc Ulta Credit Card Spend index for August 2026, which measures year-over-year changes in U.S. credit and debit card transactions at Ulta. The index is calculated using Carbon Arc’s aggregated transaction panel, comparing August 2026 spending to August of the prior year. A value of 100 indicates equal spending compared to the same month last year, with numbers above 100 showing growth and below 100 showing decline. Each market has a distinct threshold (e.g., above 92.5, above 95, etc.), and all resolve based on the first value reported by Carbon Arc for August 2026. Any corrections or revisions to the data after the initial report will not affect the settlement. The markets are independent, with each evaluating whether the reported index exceeds its specific threshold. Kalshi disclaims any affiliation with Ulta or Carbon Arc, and all trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
Compared to traditional analyst forecasts, prediction market odds for this market often reflect a more immediate, crowd-sourced view of expectations. While analysts may incorporate a wide range of financial metrics and historical trends, traders on Kalshi adjust prices based on recent data, sentiment, and upcoming events — which can lead to notable differences in implied probabilities versus consensus estimates.
This market resolves around Sep 14, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final determination will rely on officially released data from Ulta Beauty or a reputable financial news source, ensuring an objective and transparent resolution process for all participants on Kalshi.
Key signals that could shift this market include preliminary sales reports, consumer spending surveys, economic indicators affecting discretionary spending, and any major promotional events or changes in consumer behavior leading up to August. Each of these can cause traders on Kalshi to reassess probabilities, potentially creating noticeable price movements as the resolution date approaches.