Analysis

Volume

Contracts traded in a period

What is Volume?

Volume The number of contracts traded in a period. High volume indicates interest and liquidity. Volume spikes can signal unusual activity or institutional positioning.

Complete Definition

The number of contracts traded in a period. High volume indicates interest and liquidity. Volume spikes can signal unusual activity or institutional positioning.

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