| Rank | Ticker | Volume Ratio | 
|---|---|---|
| 1 | HPE | 2.90 | 
| 2 | HAL | 2.87 | 
| 3 | PTEN | 2.37 | 
| 4 | MMM | 2.27 | 
| 5 | RF | 2.15 | 
| 6 | EXEL | 2.14 | 
| 7 | GPC | 2.12 | 
| 8 | AMC 🚀 📈 | 2.10 | 
| 9 | PHM | 1.89 | 
| 10 | BKR | 1.75 | 
| 11 | BITX 📈 | 1.70 | 
| 12 | AMZU | 1.60 | 
| 13 | RIG | 1.52 | 
| 14 | STLA | 1.31 | 
| 15 | WBD 🚀 | 1.22 | 
| 16 | AMZN | 1.15 | 
| 17 | CVNA 📈 | 1.06 | 
| 18 | CSGP | 1.03 | 
| 19 | U 🚀 | 1.02 | 
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.