Terms
Relative volume
Answer in brief
Volume so far compared with the usual volume at the same time of day.
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Meaning on this site
Volume so far compared with the usual volume at the same time of day.
Why it matters
High relative volume means the market is actually trading the news.
A question to ask
Is this volume real buying, or a few large prints?
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Questions and answers
Is Relative volume personal investment advice?
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Sources for this entry
- FINRA: Extended-hours trading, know the risks Regulator guidance on premarket and after-hours sessions.
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Premarket Movers Today. "Relative volume." Content reviewed November 8, 2026. https://premarketmoverstoday.com/glossary/relative-volume/