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This market will resolve to “Yes” if any finalized daily number of transit calls (“Arrivals of Ships”) for the Strait of Hormuz reported by IMF Portwatch is equal to or above the listed value for any date between market creation and August 31, 2026. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No”. Transit calls include container, dry bulk, roll-on/roll-off, general cargo, and tanker ships. Ships not reported by IMF Portwatch will not be considered. Data for a specific date must be finalized before it is considered for this market (namely, once the next date's data point is available, the previous one is finalized). This market will resolve as soon as a qualifying figure has been finalized or once all relevant data has been finalized. If the data for the final date of the specified timeframe has not been finalized by the end of the third calendar day (ET) after the day on which such data is first released, this market will resolve based on data published up to that point. Additionally, if not all relevant data has been released and finalized within 14 calendar days of the end of the specified period, this market will resolve based on data published up to that point. In case of obvious data integrity issues (i.e., erroneous data), the market may remain open until the end of the third calendar day (ET) after the date on which such data is first released to allow for corrections. Data integrity issues refer only to clerical or other similar errors in the underlying data, and do not include cases where IMF Portwatch differs from alternative sources. Only revisions to previously published data points made before the applicable resolution time will be considered. The resolution source for this market will be IMF Portwatch, specifically the transit calls data published for the Strait of Hormuz at https://portwatch.imf.org/pages/cb5856222a5b4105adc6ee7e880a1730, both in the chart and through downloadable files.
This market will resolve to “Yes” if any finalized daily number of transit calls (“Arrivals of Ships”) for the Strait of Hormuz reported by IMF Portwatch is equal to or above the listed value for any date between market creation and August 31, 2026. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No”. Transit calls include container, dry bulk, roll-on/roll-off, general cargo, and tanker ships. Ships not reported by IMF Portwatch will not be considered. Data for a specific date must be finalized before it is considered for this market (namely, once the next date's data point is available, the previous one is finalized). This market will resolve as soon as a qualifying figure has been finalized or once all relevant data has been finalized. If the data for the final date of the specified timeframe has not been finalized by the end of the third calendar day (ET) after the day on which such data is first released, this market will resolve based on data published up to that point. Additionally, if not all relevant data has been released and finalized within 14 calendar days of the end of the specified period, this market will resolve based on data published up to that point. In case of obvious data integrity issues (i.e., erroneous data), the market may remain open until the end of the third calendar day (ET) after the date on which such data is first released to allow for corrections. Data integrity issues refer only to clerical or other similar errors in the underlying data, and do not include cases where IMF Portwatch differs from alternative sources. Only revisions to previously published data points made before the applicable resolution time will be considered. The resolution source for this market will be IMF Portwatch, specifically the transit calls data published for the Strait of Hormuz at https://portwatch.imf.org/pages/cb5856222a5b4105adc6ee7e880a1730, both in the chart and through downloadable files.
Currently, this market shows a strong tilt toward ships transiting the strait, with very high probability according to Polymarket traders. Most analysts and geopolitical experts generally align with this outlook, expecting normal traffic patterns to continue unless unexpected escalations occur. The gap between market odds and expert polls remains narrow, suggesting that trader sentiment reflects informed analysis rather than speculation. Any major shift in regional tensions could quickly change both this market and broader forecasts.
On Polymarket, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. On Polymarket, traders set the price through a automated market maker mechanism, which adjusts odds based on incoming bets. The current top outcome reflects 2.9% probability, derived from the collective assessment of all participants on that venue. Volume of $149,593 supports these prices, and any significant news flow impacting shipping routes will be rapidly priced in by the market’s active user base.
This market resolves around Aug 31, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. If any ships are recorded transiting the strait on or before that date, the affirmative side wins; otherwise, the contrary outcome is selected. The verification relies on publicly available shipping data and news sources, ensuring an objective and transparent resolution process.
Geopolitical developments involving regional powers, sudden security incidents, or major disruptions to maritime traffic could quickly shift this market. Statements from naval forces, reported blockages, or escalations in tensions in the region will be closely watched by traders. Additionally, any significant changes in global oil prices or shipping patterns may influence market sentiment, as participants reassess the likelihood of transit by Aug 31, 2026.