| Rank | Ticker | Volume Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FTI 🚀 | 1.96 |
| 2 | HAL | 1.31 |
| 3 | EQNR | 1.19 |
| 4 | ASML | 1.15 |
| 5 | NFLX | 1.14 |
| 6 | AR | 1.10 |
| 7 | ET | 1.07 |
| 8 | PTEN | 1.03 |
| 9 | CVX | 1.02 |
| 10 | ERX | 1.01 |
| 11 | DVN | 1.01 |
When a stock closes above its opening price and does so on significantly higher‑than‑average volume, it’s seen as a bullish confirmation that the upward move had real participation. Closing higher than open means buyers dominated trading throughout the day. But the signal gains real credibility - and strength - when volume spikes above its usual range (often 25‑50 % beyond recent days’ average). That's because heavy volume reflects conviction and money entering the stock, not just short‑term speculators or algorithmic noise. In technical analysis terms, this pattern - an up‑day on elevated volume - suggests institutional interest or widespread enthusiasm. Indicators like On‑Balance Volume (OBV) and the Accumulation/Distribution line specifically quantify this by tracking volume flow on up‑days versus down‑days to confirm trend strength. That said, context is crucial. A spike in volume may sometimes signal a buying climax - such as short covering or window dressing - where most potential buyers have already acted, making a reversal more likely.