GlossaryMarket basics
Volume
Learn what trading volume shows and why it changes the meaning of price moves.
Plain-English definition
Volume is the number of shares or units traded over a period of time.
Why it matters
Volume can help you judge whether a move is broadly participated in or relatively thin.
Beginner example
A breakout on strong volume may carry a different message from the same move on weak volume.
Common misunderstanding
High volume does not automatically mean a move is correct or durable.
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Practice with Alpha Council
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