Short Answer

Both the model and the market expect Boeing commercial airplane deliveries in 2026 to be Above 560, with no compelling evidence of mispricing.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

This market has traded in a tight, high-confidence range between 91.0% and 98.0% since its inception. The overall price action is sideways, indicating stable expectations for Boeing's 2026 delivery numbers. After opening at 93.0%, the contract price briefly touched a high of 98.0% before retracing to its current level of 91.0%, which marks the bottom of its historical range. This level now acts as technical support for the contract.
The consistently high probability suggests the market has priced in strong performance metrics, such as the 143 commercial airplanes Boeing reported delivered in the first quarter of 2026. The provided context does not offer a specific catalyst for the brief price spike to 98.0% or the subsequent fall to 91.0% in early July. Total volume of 983 contracts has traded over the contract's life, but the provided sample data points show no volume during the recent price swings. This lack of volume could suggest that the price movements reflect shifts in the order book rather than conviction trades.
Overall, the chart indicates a strong and persistent market consensus that the "YES" outcome is highly probable. The trading activity is confined to a narrow band, with 91.0% established as support and 98.0% as resistance. The current price is testing the lower bound of this range, which could signal a potential shift, but sentiment remains firmly anchored in the low-to-mid 90% probability zone.
  • Since last update (~24h): Model conviction for "Above 640" dropped -27.3pp, flipping the edge as the market fell -8.0pp.
  • Model conviction for "Above 660" fell -18.3pp, and "Above 680" by -9.3pp, flipping edges.
  • The headline "Above 560" probability decreased -13.4pp for the model, widening its edge over market.
  • Deliveries above 560 appear probable, aligning with Boeing's stated 2026 guidance of ~590-600 units.
  • Higher targets above 640 face significant headwinds from persistent supply chain bottlenecks.
  • Outcomes above 660 are substantially challenged by quality remediation and regulatory scrutiny.

Who Wins and Why

Outcome Market Model Why
Above 680 3.0% 9.3% Model higher by 6.3pp
Above 660 13.0% 27.7% Model higher by 14.7pp
Above 640 59.0% 43.2% Market higher by 15.8pp
Above 620 92.0% 78.0% Market higher by 14.0pp
Above 560 97.0% 84.3% Market higher by 12.7pp

Current Context

Boeing reported 143 commercial airplane deliveries for Q1 2026. Deliveries included 114 737s, six 767s, eight 777s, and fifteen 787s, according to Boeing's first-quarter deliveries release [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. This brought 2026 year-to-date deliveries through Q1 to 143 units [1][10][4][5][6][7][8][9]. As of May 31, 2026, Boeing reported 250 commercial airplane deliveries for the year to date [1][10]. Boeing's Q1 results contributed $22.2 billion in revenue [2][3]. As of July 14, 2026, Boeing has not yet released Q2 2026 delivery data; Q2 results are scheduled for July 28, 2026, when delivery figures are typically finalized [10][4][5][6][7][8][9].
Boeing is increasing 737 production rates and capacity. The 737 program produced at a rate of 42 per month during Q1 2026 [2][3]. Boeing has since increased its 737 production rate to 47 per month and launched a fourth assembly line, the 'North Line', in Everett, Washington, on July 6, 2026 [1][11][12][4][5][6][7][8][9]. This new line supports a goal of 52 aircraft per month [1][11][12]. Market commentary indicates that the 737 MAX backlog supports a materially higher monthly production than current output [4][5][6][7][8][9]. Boeing emphasizes safety, quality, and on-time performance, with CEO Kelly Ortberg focused on rebuilding trust [4][5][6][7][8][9].
New models face 2027 deliveries, with potential new orders. Boeing targets 2026 FAA certification for the 737-7 and 737-10, with first deliveries expected in 2027 [2][11][12]. The 777X (777-9) also remains in the certification phase, with first deliveries anticipated in 2027 [2][11][12]. As of July 2026, market reports indicate Saudi startup Riyadh Air is considering an order for 25 to 30 additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners [13].
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2. Price Chart

Historical Price (Probability)

Outcome probability
Date

3. Significant Price Movements

Notable price changes detected in the chart, along with research into what caused each movement.

📉 July 14, 2026: 10.0pp drop

Price decreased from 72.0% to 62.0%

Outcome: Above 640

What happened: The provided web research does not identify a primary driver for the 10 percentage point drop in the "Boeing commercial airplane deliveries in 2026" prediction market on July 14, 2026. As of that date, there was no credible evidence of major delivery news catalysts or a significant Boeing stock drop that would specifically trigger such a market movement [1]. While there was a mention of Boeing reportedly securing a deal with China Southern Airlines, this information is not dated to July 14 and would typically be a positive development [2]. Therefore, social media activity was irrelevant, as no related posts or viral narratives were found to coincide with or lead the price drop.
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4. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

This market resolves YES if Boeing Company reports more than 640 commercial airplane deliveries in 2026; otherwise, it resolves NO. The outcome is verified by Fiscal.ai. The market will close early if the event occurs, or by March 31, 2028, at 1:00am EDT, with projected payouts 30 minutes after closing.

Available Contracts

Market options and current pricing

Outcome bucket Yes (price) No (price) Last trade probability
Above 560 $0.97 $0.04 97%
Above 580 $0.95 $0.06 94%
Above 600 $0.94 $0.07 94%
Above 620 $0.92 $0.09 92%
Above 640 $0.60 $0.41 59%
Above 660 $0.14 $0.87 13%
Above 680 $0.03 $0.98 3%
Above 700 $0.02 $0.99 2%

Market Discussion

As of July 2026, Boeing is considered on track to meet its 2026 commercial aircraft delivery guidance, having delivered 250 units through the first five months of the year [1][2][3][4]. Analysts note positive execution progress, with 143 commercial aircraft delivered in Q1 2026, beating Airbus quarterly handovers [5][6]. However, market sentiment remains cautious due to investor fatigue and concerns over manufacturing quality, despite Airbus holding only a slight year-to-date delivery lead by May 2026 [5][6][7][8].

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5. Trust Index

Octagon Trust Index Kalshi 66 Caution

Company-reported metric: finance and investor relations know the number before the earnings release

Integrity risk· Information exposure

How it adds up
Integrity80% of score73Good

Info fairness is low (40), but Integrity averages all three scores, so the other two pull it up. Only a critically low score would cap the total.

Trade quality20% of score40High Risk

Includes the cost to trade: a $10,000 order loses under 1% of the price to slippage.

Trust score66Caution

Weighted blend with hard caps — a critically weak safety pillar, or a severe trading anomaly, caps the total regardless of the rest. Full methodology · About the Trust Index

Trust profile
Integrity4 screens run · 3 don't apply · 3 awaiting data
Market integrity
93Strong

Outcome is hard to influence

No suspicious activity on any screen

Screened clean
Large tradesNo single trade dominates the tape. Clear
Thin-volume movesNo significant move Clear
Size patternsTrade sizes look organic. Clear
2 screens not run
Outcome control · doesn't apply to this market type
Thin-leg conviction · doesn't apply to this market type
Info fairness
40High Risk
Information exposureStructural risk · medium confidence

Company-reported metric: finance and investor relations know the number before the earnings release

4 screens not run
Move vs. catalyst · data source not connected
Longshot repricing · data source not connected
Pre-broadcast certainty · doesn't apply to this market type
Cross-venue timing · data source not connected
Resolution quality
92Strong

Resolution mechanism is dependable

No suspicious activity on any screen

Resolution rules read: Clear

Liquidity
32Very thin

Hard to fill near the screen price

8 contracts · worst first

Above 62030
Very thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Above 64033
Very thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Above 66040
Thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Above 560—
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Above 580—
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Above 600—
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Above 680—
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Above 700—
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
88Confirmed

Moves came with real volume

8 contracts · worst first

Above 64078
Confirmed · medium confidence

Volume is light/neutral for the move over 7d

Above 62092
Confirmed · medium confidence

Volume confirms the move over 7d

Above 560—
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Above 580—
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Above 600—
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Above 660—
No significant move (24h)

Price was stable over the last 24 hours.

Above 680—
No significant move (3d)

Price was stable over the last 3 days.

Above 700—
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
100Clear

Counts toward Resolution quality, not here

8 contracts · worst first

Above 560100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 580100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 600100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 620100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 640100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 660100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 680100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 700100
Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Trade quality
40High Risk

Thin market — entering or exiting at fair value will be difficult.

Outcome quality 32 (notional-weighted across 3 scored legs)

$100 order: 0.5c slippage (<1% of a 96.5c contract)

$1,000 order: 0.5c slippage (<1% of a 96.5c contract)

$10,000 order: 0.5c slippage (<1% of a 96.5c contract)

Above 560–Market scoreLiquidity–Move quality–Rule clarity100
Why this score
Liquidity
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 580–Market scoreLiquidity–Move quality–Rule clarity100
Why this score
Liquidity
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 600–Market scoreLiquidity–Move quality–Rule clarity100
Why this score
Liquidity
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 62030Market scoreLiquidity30Move quality92Rule clarity100
Why 30
Liquidity
30 · Very thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
92 · Confirmed · medium confidence

Volume confirms the move over 7d

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 64033Market scoreLiquidity33Move quality78Rule clarity100
Why 33
Liquidity
33 · Very thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
78 · Confirmed · medium confidence

Volume is light/neutral for the move over 7d

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 66040Market scoreLiquidity40Move quality–Rule clarity100
Why 40
Liquidity
40 · Thin · low confidence

Light recent trading — size may not fill near the screen price.

Move quality
No significant move (24h)

Price was stable over the last 24 hours.

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 680–Market scoreLiquidity–Move quality–Rule clarity100
Why this score
Liquidity
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
No significant move (3d)

Price was stable over the last 3 days.

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear
Above 700–Market scoreLiquidity–Move quality–Rule clarity100
Why this score
Liquidity
No recent trading to measure

No recent trading to measure

Move quality
No trading in 7d

No trades in the last 7d — nothing to confirm

Rule clarity
100 · Clear · high confidence

All checks pass

objective outcome · Clearofficial source · Cleartime boundary · Clear

underwriting_v1.4 · computed Oct 26, 2026

6. How do Boeing's 2026 delivery targets and production rates for key programs like the 737 MAX and 787 compare to those of its main competitor, Airbus, for its A320neo and A350 families?

Boeing 737 MAX 2026 Deliveries470–495 aircraft [1][2][3][4][5][6]
Boeing 787 2026 Deliveries70–80 Dreamliners [1][2][3][4][5][6]
Airbus 2026 Total DeliveriesApproximately 870 commercial aircraft [7][8]
Boeing and Airbus have distinct 2026 delivery targets amidst tight competition. Boeing's 2026 delivery guidance targets 470–495 737 MAX aircraft and 70–80 787 Dreamliners [1][2][3][4][5][6]. Airbus, despite facing supply-chain challenges, has set a full-year 2026 delivery target of approximately 870 commercial aircraft [7][8]. The available research, however, does not provide specific 2026 delivery targets or production rates for Airbus's A320neo and A350 families, making a direct program-by-program comparison with Boeing challenging [1][2][3][4][5][6]. The competitive delivery race in 2026 has been tight, with Boeing holding an early-year lead in Q1 and through April, before Airbus overtook Boeing in cumulative deliveries by the end of May [9][10][11].
Production rates for both manufacturers show different strategic paces. Boeing's 737 MAX output increased to 47 aircraft per month as of mid-2026, with the production rate on track to stabilize at Rate 47 and plans to move toward 52 per month [12][13][1][2][3][4][5][6]. For the 787 Dreamliner, Boeing is currently producing 8 aircraft per month, with goals to reach 10 per month later in 2026, while its 2026 outlook indicates the 787 is stabilizing at 5 aircraft per month [14][9][1][2][3][4][5][6]. Airbus operates at significantly higher narrowbody production rates than Boeing, targeting 75 A320neo family aircraft per month by the end of 2027, and its A350 output is targeted to rise toward 12 per month by 2028 [14][9].
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7. What is the status of Boeing's aircraft orders with Chinese airlines, and are there any geopolitical catalysts in H2 2026 that could accelerate or halt deliveries?

Initial Aircraft Commitment200 Boeing aircraft (as of July 14, 2026) [1][2][3][4]
Potential Additional Orders300 to 550+ aircraft [1][5][4][6]
Boeing Deliveries YTD 2026Approximately 250 aircraft (through May 2026) [7][8]
China has committed to purchasing 200 Boeing aircraft, pending finalization. As of July 14, 2026, this initial, non-binding commitment is not yet a finalized firm order or specific delivery schedule [1][2][3][4]. The agreement was reached during a May 2026 summit, which marked a significant diplomatic thaw between the two nations [1][2][3][4]. Additional potential orders, estimated between 300 and over 550 aircraft, are contingent on Boeing's capability to maintain spare parts supply chains, the overall performance of US-China trade, and Beijing's decisions on allocating these jets to individual state-owned airlines [1][5][4][6].
Geopolitical factors in H2 2026 threaten the finalization of orders. Several geopolitical catalysts in the second half of 2026 pose risks to the formalization of these orders and subsequent delivery schedules [9][6]. These include the anticipated September 2026 meeting between Presidents Trump and Xi in Washington, D.C., alongside persistent points of friction concerning Taiwan, export controls, and regional trade tariffs [9][6]. The broader relationship between the US and China remains under scrutiny, characterized by a degree of fragmentation that appears somewhat permanent between the two countries [10][11].
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8. What evidence from recent reports and supplier commentary supports Boeing's planned production ramp-up for the 737 program to its target rates in 2026?

Current Monthly 737 Production Rate47 737s [1][2][3][4]
Long-term Monthly 737 Production Goal63 aircraft per month [1][2][3][4]
2026 737 Delivery TargetApproximately 500 aircraft [5][6][7]
Boeing steadily increases 737 production rates with new manufacturing capacity. Boeing's plan to increase 737 production to target rates by 2026 is supported by a successful FAA capstone review, an increase in monthly production, and the development of new manufacturing capacity [1][2][3][4]. The company has already increased its monthly 737 production to 47 aircraft from 42, and is preparing its new North Line in Everett to support future growth beyond this rate, aiming for a long-term goal of 63 aircraft per month [1][2][3][4]. Boeing's CEO anticipates the next ramp-up to 52 aircraft per month approximately six months after the current 47/month rate stabilizes [4][1][3].
Aggressive 2026 delivery targets garner supplier support despite skepticism. For 2026, Boeing has set an internal delivery target of roughly 500 737-family aircraft, having completed 250 deliveries in the first five months of the year [5][6][7]. This ambitious ramp-up schedule has received public support from GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp, who offered assistance to any skeptical suppliers [4]. Despite some supplier skepticism regarding these timelines, Boeing's internal targets and a major supplier's endorsement suggest progress toward achieving the planned production rates [4][1][3].
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9. What is the timeline for Boeing's remaining 2026 monthly and quarterly delivery announcements, and where can this data be found?

Delivery Report FrequencyQuarterly [1][2][3][4][5][6]
Q1 2026 Delivery Announcement DateApril 14, 2026 [7][8][9][1][2][3][4][5][6]
Q2 2026 Expected Announcement DateAround July 28, 2026 [1][2][3][4][5][6]
Boeing primarily announces commercial airplane delivery updates on a quarterly schedule rather than monthly [1][2][3][4][5][6]. Although Boeing publishes monthly 'Orders and Deliveries' reports on its official website, there is no pre-published public calendar detailing exact future monthly release dates for these reports [10][11][12].
Remaining 2026 delivery announcements are anticipated to adhere to Boeing's established quarterly reporting schedule [1][2][3][4][5][6]. For instance, the Q1 2026 deliveries were announced on April 14, 2026 [7][8][9][1][2][3][4][5][6]. The Q2 2026 announcement is projected around July 28, 2026, coinciding with the release of the second-quarter 2026 results [1][2][3][4][5][6]. The Q3 2026 announcement is expected later in 2026, with the Q4 2026 announcement following in early 2027 [1][2][3][4][5][6]. These quarterly delivery reports are typically accessible on the Boeing Investor Relations section, specifically under press releases or news, including both delivery-related and quarterly results releases on investors.boeing.com [10][1][2][3][4][5][6].
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10. What are the primary production bottlenecks and supply chain risks that could impact Boeing's ability to ramp up 737 and 787 production through the remainder of 2026?

737 Production Rate Target47/month, eventually 52/month [1][2][3][4]
Precision Forgings/Castings Lead TimeExceeds 20 weeks [1][2][3][4]
737 2026 Delivery GuidanceApproximately 500 units [1][5][6]
Boeing's production ramp-up faces significant systemic bottlenecks and supply chain risks that could impede its ability to increase 737 and 787 aircraft output through 2026. These overarching challenges include the inherent fragility and substantial reliance on a network of suppliers and subcontractors, issues with industrial capacity, and the availability of essential raw materials and skilled labor [7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14]. Furthermore, challenges in regulatory compliance and quality execution, coupled with ongoing scrutiny from the FAA and other regulatory bodies, can directly impact production schedules, increase costs, and constrain overall output. Even efforts to expand capacity may temporarily strain staffing, tooling, and parts flow [7][9][10][11][12][13][14].
The 737 program aims for higher production rates amidst supply chain issues and regulatory oversight. Boeing intends to increase 737 production to 47 aircraft per month, with an ultimate goal of 52 per month, supported by the new North Line in Everett which commenced initial operations in July 2026 [1][2][3][4][5][15]. However, this ramp-up is critically vulnerable to supplier instability and persistently long lead times, which can extend beyond 20 weeks for vital components such as precision forgings and castings [1][2][3][4]. The company's 2026 delivery guidance of approximately 500 737 units is subject to downward revision if unresolved supply chain issues, particularly concerning single-sourced components, persist [1][5][6].
787 production is primarily hindered by specific component and certification delays preventing deliveries of already completed airframes. Key bottlenecks for the 787 program include delays in engine deliveries from GE Aerospace and a backlog in the certification process for passenger seats required for new cabin configurations [7][8][5]. A stable flow of parts, materials, and skilled labor is also crucial for expanding widebody production [7][9][10][11][12][13][14]. The absence of a stated new 2026 production target for the 787 suggests a potential prioritization of production stabilization over an accelerated ramp-up, especially if existing supplier or quality challenges continue [7][9][10][11][12][13][14].
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11. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

Boeing's 2026 delivery guidance centers on approximately 500 units for the 737 MAX program and 90-100 units for the 787 Dreamliner, totaling a significant increase over 2025 levels [1][2]. The 737 MAX production successfully ramped to 47 aircraft per month in mid-2026 [3][4]. The new 'North Line' in Everett was officially activated on July 6, 2026, aimed at supporting future rate increases to 52 per month and beyond [3][5][4].
Key 2026 financial KPIs include achieving sustained positive free cash flow, guided at $1B–$3B, and normalizing operating margins [6][7][8]. Full-year 2026 FCF is projected by some analysts to reach approximately $2.4B [6][8]. Critical upcoming dates include the July 29, 2026, Q2 earnings call, continued monitoring of the 737 North Line ramp-up, and the anticipated FAA certification of the 777X in late 2026 [7][9].
Bullish sentiment depends on successful production ramps, defense budget growth, and FCF inflection [8][9]. Bearish risks include supply chain volatility, quality remediation costs, regulatory delays, and potential execution failures in new programs [8][9].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Expiration: March 31, 2028
  • Closes: March 31, 2028
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  1. 1Aircraft deliveries to total over 1800 in 2026travelradar.aero
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  4. 4Ortberg: 737MAX at 47/mo, target is 63/mo in the future - Leeham News and Analysisleehamnews.com
  5. 5Boeing activates 737 North Line: 737 to be assembled outside Renton for the first time in 55 years - Aviacionlineaviacionline.com
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  7. 7BA Stock: Boeing 737 Max Everett Line Restart on July 6 | Drillrdrillr.ai
  8. 8Boeing $695 Billion Backlog Is Just the Beginning. Here’s Where BA Could Go by 2030. | TIKR.comtikr.com
  9. 9Boeing Stock Jumped This Week on the US-Iran Peace Deal. Where Could BA Go From Here? | TIKR.comtikr.com