TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.1b
24H VOL:
$133,388,117
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,436,095,462
405,232
Markets across
30,526
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,693
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 11, 8:29 AM EST
Kalshi
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for used cars and trucks measures the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a basket of used vehicle goods. This index reflects inflation specific to the used vehicle market, influenced by supply and demand dynamics, economic conditions, and policy changes. Tracking this CPI helps gauge economic health and consumer spending trends in the automotive sector.
These markets resolve based on whether the U.S. used cars and trucks Consumer Price Index (CPI) for August 2026 exceeds specified threshold values ranging from 175 to 185. All markets utilize the same underlying data source: the Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) series CUSR0000SETA02, which tracks the seasonally adjusted CPI for used cars and trucks among urban consumers. Each market corresponds to a distinct numerical threshold; if the published CPI for the specified month is above the threshold defined for a given market, that market resolves to 'Yes.' The resolution hinges solely on the numerical comparison between the actual CPI value and the predetermined threshold for each respective market.
Currently, prediction market odds reflect a different view than many analyst forecasts. While analysts may lean toward one direction based on economic models and recent trends, traders in this market are pricing in a slightly varied probability distribution. The gap highlights differences between quantitative models and market-based expectations, making this market valuable for comparing diverse perspectives on used vehicle inflation.
This market resolves around Sep 18, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once official data is published and verified against credible public sources. The final figure will determine which contract — representing a specific inflation range — settles in value, closing all positions based on the actual economic report.
Key signals include monthly automotive sales reports, consumer price index releases, changes in interest rates, and shifts in supply chain efficiency. Any data surprising market expectations — whether higher-than-anticipated inflation or sudden demand changes — could cause rapid re-pricing. Upcoming economic announcements and trading volume spikes will also influence sentiment leading to settlement.