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
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MATCHED EVENTS:
2,693
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
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Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Jun 27, 10:49 AM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks whether Zohran Mamdani mentions any of twelve specific terms or phrases during his first official speaking appearance at a press-open NYC Mayor's Office announcement livestreamed after June 26, 2026. Resolution depends on video evidence of the live broadcast, with transcripts used as backup if needed.
Resolution is based on Zohran Mamdani speaking in an official capacity during the first livestream on the NYC Mayor's Office main YouTube channel (@NYCMayorsOffice) after June 26th, 2026 at 10:30 am ET. The event must be opened to the press for a live televised or streamed event to qualify. If Mamdani is present but does not speak in an official capacity—such as during inaudible private conversations or unofficial statements picked up on a hot mic—the market will not qualify. Video of the announcement will be the primary resolution source; if consensus cannot be reached via video, official internal and external transcripts will be used. Previously aired content, archival footage, and recordings from separate times, places, or events do not count. For each tracked term or phrase, the exact word or its plural or possessive form must be used; grammatical and tense inflections are otherwise not included. Plural nouns within proper nouns and noun phrases are included. Additional source agency streams may be used in cases of technical outages or if the NYC Mayor's Office ends the stream before the event concludes.
Prediction market odds reflect real-money bets from traders with direct financial incentives to forecast accurately, whereas analyst forecasts often rely on models, historical data, or qualitative judgment. This market aggregates dispersed knowledge from many participants, sometimes revealing signals that traditional analysts miss. However, prediction markets and analyst views can diverge significantly if traders have access to different information or interpret the same data differently. Comparing the two approaches can highlight where consensus is strong or where meaningful disagreement exists about what Mamdani will announce.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through an order-book mechanism where traders buy and sell shares corresponding to different possible statements or themes. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Each outcome has its own price, typically ranging from $0 to $1, reflecting the implied probability that traders assign to it. As demand shifts, prices adjust in real time. You can place limit or market orders to enter or exit positions, and the spread between bid and ask prices reflects liquidity and uncertainty around the announcement.
This market resolves around Jul 24, 2026, once Mamdani's announcement has occurred and the specific statements or themes can be verified. The outcome is confirmed against credible public sources such as official transcripts, video recordings, or reputable news coverage of the event. Resolution depends on whether the announced content matches the predefined outcome criteria established at market creation. Traders should monitor official channels and major news outlets as the date approaches to stay informed.
Market prices could shift based on pre-announcement statements, leaks, or hints about what Mamdani plans to discuss. Media coverage, expert commentary, or related developments in the underlying topic may also influence trader expectations. Changes in broader market conditions or sentiment could affect risk appetite and trading volume. As the announcement date approaches, increased attention and trading activity typically narrow uncertainty and stabilize prices. Any credible information about Mamdani's likely remarks will likely trigger rapid repricing across outcomes.