TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$134,145,987
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,441,166,947
406,422
Markets across
30,383
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,688
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Aug 13, 7:05 PM EST
Kalshi
The broadcast will be analyzed to determine whether specific key terms are mentioned by any host or reporter during the show. Each term has its own threshold for how many times it must be said for the market to resolve positively.
All markets share a unified resolution framework centered on verbal mentions during the ABC World News Tonight with David Muir broadcast. For each market, resolution hinges on whether any host or reporter utters the specified term—or its plural/possessive form—the required number of times during the live broadcast. The primary evidence for resolution comes from video footage of the show; if video review yields no consensus among Kalshi employees, official internal and external transcripts serve as secondary verification sources. Only content included in the original broadcast or stream counts toward resolution; advertisements are excluded, but promotional segments aired within the program are included. Postponements announced within one calendar day and rescheduled within 14 days keep markets open. All determinations rely strictly on exact phrase matches, with grammatical variations excluded, though proper nouns and noun phrases containing plural forms are counted. The entire broadcast content is considered for each market's evaluation.
On Kalshi, this market reflects trader sentiment about the ABC World News Tonight reporter commentary market, but it isn’t directly tied to analyst forecasts. Analysts often weigh broader political and economic trends, while traders focus on short-term signals and perceived media framing. The market’s price may diverge from traditional polling or expert predictions, especially if traders anticipate sensationalized coverage or strategic emphasis by reporters. Comparing this market to analyst outlooks can reveal market sentiment gaps, but remember that trader dynamics — like volume of $121,886 and recent $121,811 — often prioritize immediacy over long-term stability.
This market resolves around Aug 28, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public sources. After the ABC World News Tonight broadcast airs, reporters will analyze the exact language used by anchors and correspondents. The market settles based on whether specific statements or themes were presented, as confirmed by publicly available transcripts and media coverage.
Several signals could shift this market before resolution. Major news developments — such as political announcements, surprise interviews, or emerging international crises — may lead ABC to adjust its coverage focus, influencing trader expectations. Additionally, pre-broadcast hints from ABC producers or anchor social media activity can create momentum. Any indication of exclusive reporting or last-minute changes in topic emphasis may cause rapid price adjustments on Kalshi as traders reassess probabilities.