TOTAL VOLUME:
$134b
24H VOL:
$107,351,958
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,416,970,024
400,720
Markets across
30,097
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,633
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Jul 1, 11:59 PM EST
Kalshi
These markets track the average price of regular gasoline across the United States on July 2, 2026, as reported by the American Automobile Association (AAA). Each market corresponds to a specific price threshold, allowing traders to bet on whether gas prices will exceed that particular level on the specified date.
This event comprises a series of markets, each tied to a distinct price threshold for regular gasoline in the United States on July 2, 2026. Resolution for each market is determined by the official average regular gas price reported by AAA on that date. A market resolves affirmatively if the AAA-reported average price is strictly greater than its corresponding threshold. The thresholds range incrementally from $3.805 to $3.885 per gallon, in $0.005 increments, creating a granular price discovery mechanism. Traders can use these markets to express precise predictions about gas price levels, with each threshold representing a distinct outcome. The use of strict inequality (greater than, not greater than or equal to) ensures clear resolution criteria at each price point.
Prediction market odds often diverge from traditional analyst forecasts because they reflect real-money incentives and crowdsourced expectations rather than single-institution models. On this market, traders are directly betting on tomorrow's gas prices, which means the odds incorporate diverse viewpoints, recent data, and fast-moving sentiment. Analyst forecasts tend to update less frequently and may rely on longer-term trend analysis or proprietary models. Comparing the two can reveal whether the market is pricing in near-term volatility that analysts haven't yet emphasized, or conversely, whether consensus forecasts are more cautious than traders expect.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order-book mechanism where traders buy and sell shares representing different outcomes for tomorrow's gas prices. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of each outcome reflects the probability traders assign to it; higher prices indicate greater confidence in that result. Liquidity providers set initial spreads, and as more traders participate, the bid-ask spread typically tightens. Your entry and exit prices depend on real-time supply and demand, so checking the order book before trading helps you understand current market depth and execution costs.
This market resolves around Jul 2, 2026, at which point the outcome is confirmed against credible public sources to determine which prediction was correct. The specific outcome depends on where US gas prices settle on the relevant date, verified through established energy data providers and public reporting. Once the event is verifiable, the market closes and winning positions are paid out automatically. Traders should monitor official announcements and market updates as the resolution date approaches to stay informed about any timing adjustments or clarifications.
Several catalysts could shift odds significantly before resolution. Unexpected changes in crude oil prices, geopolitical tensions affecting supply, refinery outages, or shifts in demand patterns can all trigger rapid repricing. Weekly petroleum inventory reports, Federal Reserve policy announcements, and seasonal demand fluctuations also influence gas prices. Weather events or transportation disruptions may create short-term volatility. Additionally, if major news breaks regarding energy policy or global supply chains, traders may quickly adjust their positions. Monitoring energy news, commodity markets, and macroeconomic indicators will help you anticipate potential moves in this market.