| Rank | Ticker | Volume Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | IBM | 3.24 |
| 2 | AA | 3.04 |
| 3 | GUSH | 2.38 |
| 4 | LVS | 2.33 |
| 5 | DASH | 1.55 |
| 6 | APA | 1.51 |
| 7 | EQNR | 1.46 |
| 8 | EXEL | 1.44 |
| 9 | BKR | 1.42 |
| 10 | GEV | 1.35 |
| 11 | CVNA 📈 | 1.26 |
| 12 | EC | 1.17 |
| 13 | IBKR | 1.16 |
| 14 | GME 🚀 📈 | 1.16 |
| 15 | BBAI 🚀 📈 | 1.11 |
| 16 | WYNN | 1.11 |
| 17 | ZM | 1.10 |
| 18 | YPF 📈 | 1.10 |
| 19 | SMR 📈 | 1.09 |
| 20 | NXPI | 1.08 |
| 21 | OVV | 1.07 |
| 22 | DVN | 1.05 |
| 23 | HPE | 1.00 |
| 24 | GFI | 1.00 |
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.