Rank | Ticker | Volume Ratio |
---|---|---|
1 | INTC | 2.93 |
2 | DOW | 2.88 |
3 | CMG | 2.26 |
4 | TSLA | 1.34 |
5 | ASML | 1.30 |
6 | LYB | 1.30 |
7 | JNUG 🚀 | 1.26 |
8 | NOK 🚀 | 1.26 |
9 | FI | 1.14 |
10 | STLA | 1.07 |
11 | BROS | 1.06 |
12 | TSLL 🚀 | 1.05 |
13 | EXEL | 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.