TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.2b
24H VOL:
$203,036,808
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,857,846,526
408,774
Markets across
40,345
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,373
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
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These markets track Wendy's credit card spending performance for October 2026, measured against specific year-over-year growth thresholds. The outcomes depend on whether spending exceeds set benchmarks, reflecting consumer behavior trends through aggregated card transaction data.
All markets resolve based on the Carbon Arc Wendy's Credit Card Spend index for October 2026, comparing it to successive year-over-year growth thresholds. Each market has a distinct threshold (e.g., above 83, above 85, etc.), and if the finalized index value for October 2026 exceeds the respective threshold, the market resolves to Yes; otherwise, it resolves to No. The index measures U.S. credit and debit card transaction volumes for Wendy's, normalized to the same month in the prior year, where 100 indicates equal spending to the previous year, values above 100 indicate growth, and values below 100 indicate decline. Final values are recorded at 11:59 p.m. ET on the 4th calendar day following the end of the relevant month. All markets share identical secondary resolution procedures and data sources, with no official affiliation between Kalshi and Wendy's or Carbon Arc.
Currently, it’s difficult to directly compare the odds in this market to traditional analyst forecasts for Wendy's credit card spending. While financial analysts regularly publish predictions about company revenue and performance, these are often broad estimates and may not focus specifically on credit card spend for a single month. This market offers a more focused, quantifiable prediction, allowing traders to express their beliefs about a specific metric. It will be interesting to see if the market’s collective wisdom aligns with or diverges from expert opinions as Nov 14, 2026 approaches.
This market resolves around Nov 14, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the actual total credit card spend at Wendy's restaurants during the month of October 2026. The specific data source used for verification will be determined by Kalshi and will be a publicly available and reliable source of financial information. Traders will then receive payouts based on whether their predictions aligned with the final reported spend.
Several factors could influence trading activity in this market. Major economic indicators, such as consumer spending reports and overall economic growth forecasts, could shift sentiment. News related to Wendy's marketing campaigns, menu changes, or expansion plans could also have an impact. Unexpected events, like shifts in consumer preferences or disruptions to the supply chain, could also move the market. Finally, any significant news regarding Wendy's financial health or competitive landscape will likely be reflected in the price of contracts in this market.