TOTAL VOLUME:
$142.3b
24H VOL:
$107,419,736
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,643,541,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,594,026,835
471,138
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35,775
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,926
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
38%
VS.
Kalshi:
62%
↓ $90
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↓ $90 - Polymarket
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This market tracks whether WTI Crude Oil will reach $90 during the month of October 2026. Currently, the consensus probability that WTI Crude Oil will hit $90 in October is 62.0%. This aggregate reflects predictions from Predict and Polymarket, and will resolve based on data from Pyth — specifically, the ICE Futures Europe WTI Crude Futures Active Month “High” and “Low” prices. Keep an eye on the October 2026 contract trading activity, as the market resolves based on price movements throughout that month, with final resolution occurring around November 1, 2026.
What will WTI Crude Oil (WTI) hit in October 2026?
What will WTI Crude Oil (WTI) hit in October 2026?
Prediction market odds often reflect a 'wisdom of the crowd' effect, potentially incorporating more diverse information than traditional analyst forecasts. While analysts provide specific price targets based on models, this market aggregates the beliefs of many traders, who may consider a wider range of factors – geopolitical events, supply chain disruptions, and global economic conditions. Discrepancies can arise if markets anticipate factors not yet fully priced into analyst models, or if traders have access to unique, non-public information. Examining the difference between the implied probability in this market and consensus analyst expectations can offer valuable insights.
Prices on Polymarket and Predict can diverge due to differing user bases, trading activity, and market sentiment. Polymarket and Predict can show different implied probabilities for the same outcome because of liquidity, fee structure, participant mix, and how each venue defines the contract. Each platform attracts a unique set of participants with varying risk appetites and predictive models, leading to potentially different valuations. Furthermore, the liquidity and volume on each platform can influence price discovery. Currently, Polymarket currently favors Will WTI Crude Oil (WTI) hit (LOW) $90 in October? at 72.0%, while Predict leans toward Will WTI Crude Oil (WTI) hit (HIGH) $100 in October? at 37.7%. These differences highlight the dynamic nature of prediction markets and the impact of platform-specific factors.
This market resolves around Nov 1, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the average price of WTI crude oil during October 2026 is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final price will be sourced from established financial data providers and will represent a consensus view of the market's performance during that period. Traders will be able to view the verified outcome on both Polymarket and Predict following the resolution date, allowing for a transparent and auditable process for determining the results of this market.
Numerous factors could significantly impact this market. Geopolitical instability in major oil-producing regions, such as the Middle East, could disrupt supply and drive prices higher. Conversely, a global economic slowdown or recession could reduce demand, potentially leading to lower prices. Major shifts in OPEC+ production policy, technological advancements in energy production (like increased shale oil output), and unexpected weather events impacting oil infrastructure are also key catalysts. Monitoring these signals and their potential impact on the supply and demand balance for WTI crude oil is crucial for understanding movements in this market.