Definition
How many shares or contracts traded in a given period.
The story
A price move is like a vote. If a stock jumps on huge volume, lots of people voted. If it jumps on thin volume, only a few did. Coverage often treats big moves on heavy volume as more meaningful.
Why you'll see it
Reports mention it to show how much conviction was behind a move.
Connects to
We explain why it moves markets. What you do with it is your call. Commentary and education only. Not financial advice. All terms