Trading volume is the number of shares of a security traded over a given period of time. Investors use this technical indicator to analyze trends and make decisions.

If both have the same trading volume of 1,000 shares one fine Tuesday, a simple volume comparison would point to equal market activity. However, the total value traded tells a different story.

Volume Profile acts as a map, revealing the battlegrounds where intense trading battles have occurred. By examining these zones, we can gain insights into potential support and resistance levels.

A trader works on the trading floor at The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) following the Federal Reserve rate announcement, in New York City, U.S., September 18, 2024.