TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$126,590,312
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,439,516,703
404,175
Markets across
30,277
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,685
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 23, 7:05 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks whether specific keywords or phrases are mentioned during a scheduled news broadcast. The outcome depends on the verbal content delivered by hosts or reporters during the live program, with resolution based on the broadcast's audio or video.
The event resolves based on whether any host or reporter during the ABC World News Tonight broadcast on September 23, 2026 mentions any of the specified terms or phrases. Each market corresponds to a different term or phrase (e.g., "Oil / Gas / Gasoline", "DoorDash", "Trump (5+ times)", etc.), and the market resolves to Yes if the exact term or any of its plural/possessive forms is used. The live broadcast or stream serves as the primary source for resolution, with video analysis taking precedence; if video analysis does not achieve consensus among Kalshi employees, official internal and external transcripts are used. Promotional content within the broadcast counts toward resolution, but advertisements do not. All content from the original broadcast is considered, excluding any material not part of the initial airing. If the broadcast is postponed and rescheduled within 14 calendar days, markets remain open. The payout criteria require precise matching of the specified terms, with grammatical variations excluded except for plural and possessive forms.
Comparing prediction market odds to analyst forecasts reveals interesting insights into collective wisdom versus expert opinion. Often, this market reflects a broader range of perspectives than traditional polls or analyst reports, potentially capturing nuances that might be missed by individual experts. While analysts may focus on specific political or economic factors, the prediction market aggregates the views of many participants, leading to a potentially more accurate forecast of what reporters will actually say on ABC World News Tonight. It’s a fascinating way to gauge expectations beyond conventional wisdom.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous auction mechanism, where traders buy and sell contracts representing different outcomes. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. As more traders participate and new information emerges, the prices adjust dynamically, providing a real-time assessment of expectations. Essentially, the market 'wisdom of the crowd' determines the odds, and you can see how those odds shift based on trading activity.
This market resolves around Oct 7, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the resolution will be based on a transcript of the ABC World News Tonight broadcast, and whether the specified topics were mentioned during the program. The outcome will be determined by reviewing the official transcript to identify any mentions of the topics covered in this market. The resolution process focuses on objective verification of the broadcast content, ensuring a clear and transparent result.
Several signals or events could significantly move this market. Major breaking news stories, particularly those related to politics, international affairs, or the economy, are likely to influence predictions about what will be covered on ABC World News Tonight. Unexpected statements from prominent figures, significant policy announcements, or rapidly developing crises could all lead to shifts in the market. Additionally, changes in media coverage of specific topics or increased public attention to certain issues could also impact trading activity and, consequently, the market's odds.