Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to YES if Alphabet Inc. (GOOG/GOOGL) has the largest market capitalization of any publicly traded company globally as of the market close on the final trading day of December 2026. Otherwise, it will resolve to NO.

Resolution will be based on data provided by reputable financial market data platforms, such as CompaniesMarketCap.com or Bloomberg. Market capitalization is defined as the current share price multiplied by the total number of shares outstanding. If market data for the final trading day is ambiguous or conflicting, common sense and the consensus of major financial news outlets will be used to determine the leader.

Background

Market capitalization is a primary metric used to measure a company's total equity value. It is inherently volatile, as it fluctuates based on daily changes in share price. As of April 2026, Alphabet Inc. is among the world's most valuable companies, frequently ranking in the top tier alongside other mega-cap technology firms. Traders should consider that a company's position in global market capitalization rankings can change rapidly due to quarterly earnings reports, shifts in investor sentiment regarding artificial intelligence, and broader macroeconomic factors.

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