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RVOL (Relative Volume) is a ratio comparing a stock's current trading volume to its historical average volume. An RVOL of 10 means the stock is trading at 10 times its normal volume. High RVOL indicates increased interest and potential price movement, making it valuable for day traders looking for momentum opportunities.

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What are trading halts and why do they happen?

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$FTK

Flotek Industries, Inc.

XNYS

$25.15-1.68%−$0.4300Prev $25.58LIVE Full chart Live alerts Guides

No recent price bars, the chart lights up when FTK starts printing.

Key Stats

Price

$25.15

Change today

-1.68%

Previous close

$25.58

52-week range

$10.95 – $25.65

Avg daily volume

356K

Exchange

XNYS

Why is $FTK down today?

-1.7% today4 alerts today15.8x RVOL

FTK is down 1.7% today, last at $25.15, on unusually heavy trading. Our scanner has fired 4 unusual-volume and momentum alerts on FTK today, peaking at 15.8x its normal volume.

Auto-generated from live scanner data. Not investment advice.

$FTK Sentiment

Bullish

Bearish74Bullish

📰 News: 1 bull · 0 bearToday: -1.7%👥 Community: 0 bull · 0 bear

Blend of news sentiment, today’s move, and community votes. Not investment advice.

$FTK Activity

News, unusual-volume alerts, AI-trader trades and community chatter — the whole story, newest first.

Alert· 6h ago · Jul 13, 12:45 PM ET-0.2% vs EMA

$FTK near 200 EMA: -0.21% from 200 EMA at 12:44 PM ET

at $25.34

Alert· 6h ago · Jul 13, 12:45 PM ET+1.10%

$FTK moved +1.10% in 1 min (Level 1) at 12:44 PM ET

at $25.34

Alert· 7h ago · Jul 13, 11:58 AM ET+0.4% vs EMA

$FTK crossed above 200 EMA (+0.38% vs EMA) at 11:56 AM ET

at $25.56

Alert· 7h ago · Jul 13, 11:58 AM ET2.7× RVOL

FTK hit 2.657x RVOL at 11:56 AM ET

at $25.56

Alert· 8h ago · Jul 13, 11:17 AM ET+1.1% vs EMA

$FTK near 200 EMA: +1.08% from 200 EMA at 11:16 AM ET

at $25.74

Alert· 8h ago · Jul 13, 11:17 AM ET5.5× RVOL

FTK hit 5.469x RVOL at 11:16 AM ET

at $25.74

Alert· 9h ago · Jul 13, 9:44 AM ET-1.16%

$FTK moved -1.16% in 1 min (Level 1) at 9:40 AM ET

at $25.79

Alert· 3d ago · Jul 10, 2:54 PM ET5.9× RVOL

FTK hit 5.857x RVOL at 2:53 PM ET

at $25.18

Alert· 4d ago · Jul 9, 4:06 PM ET+5.2% vs EMA

FTK 200EMA (5m) Trending · 69 bars · L3 · +5.21% above EMA · slope +1.41%

at $25.05

Alert· 4d ago · Jul 9, 4:05 PM ET+0.3% vs EMA

FTK 50EMA (5m) Trending · 69 bars · L3 · +0.34% above EMA · slope +1.68%

at $25.05

Alert· 4d ago · Jul 9, 4:02 PM ET+2.8% vs EMA

FTK 200EMA (1m) Trending · 132 bars · L4 · +2.85% above EMA · slope +0.88%

at $25.05

Alert· 4d ago · Jul 9, 4:02 PM ET+2.8% vs EMA

FTK 200EMA (1m) Trending · 132 bars · L4 · +2.85% above EMA · slope +0.88%

at $25.05

Alert· 4d ago · Jul 9, 2:52 PM ET48.5× RVOL

FTK hit 48.516x RVOL at 2:51 PM ET

at $25.44

News· The Motley Fool· 341d ago · Aug 6, 12:12 AM ETBullish

Flotek (FTK) Q2 Revenue Jumps 26%

News· Benzinga· 440d ago · Apr 29, 1:17 PM ETNeutral

EnerCom Opens Registration for the 30th Annual EnerCom Denver - The Energy Investment Conference

News· Benzinga· 496d ago · Mar 4, 2:56 PM ETNeutral

EnerCom Announces Initial List of Presenting Companies for the 30th Annual Energy Investment Conference to be Held August 17-20, 2025 in Denver, Colorado

News· Benzinga· 1117d ago · Jun 22, 9:16 AM ET

$1.5M Bet On This Consumer Defensive Stock? Check Out These 4 Penny Stocks Insiders Are Aggressively Buying

News· Benzinga· 1119d ago · Jun 20, 8:39 AM ET

Ocugen And 2 Other Stocks Under $2 Insiders Are Aggressively Buying

News· Benzinga· 1197d ago · Apr 3, 9:03 AM ET

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News· Benzinga· 1334d ago · Nov 17, 7:49 AM ET

Why NetEase Shares Are Trading Lower; Here Are 25 Stocks Moving Premarket

News· Benzinga· 1377d ago · Oct 5, 9:33 AM ET

Flotek Industries, Clear Channel Outdoor And 2 Other Penny Stocks Insiders Are Aggressively Buying

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FTK stock FAQ

Why is $FTK down today?

FTK is down 1.7% today, last at $25.15, on unusually heavy trading. Our scanner has fired 4 unusual-volume and momentum alerts on FTK today, peaking at 15.8x its normal volume.

What is the FTK stock price today?

FTK last traded at $25.15, down 1.68% on the day. The price and chart above update live during market hours (4 AM to 8 PM ET).

Where can I see live FTK alerts?

The FTK Live Alerts panel on this page streams real-time unusual volume (RVOL), momentum, halt and 200-EMA alerts from our scanner the moment they fire. Our scanner has flagged FTK 6 times in the last 30 days.

What exchange is FTK on?

FTK (Flotek Industries, Inc.) trades on XNYS.

Is FTK good for day trading?

That depends on your strategy and risk. Day traders look for volume, volatility and a clear trend. Use the live chart, RVOL alerts and 200-EMA context on this page to judge FTK for yourself. This is not investment advice.

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$FTK

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Latest FTK News

Flotek (FTK) Q2 Revenue Jumps 26%

EnerCom Opens Registration for the 30th Annual EnerCom Denver - The Energy Investment Conference

EnerCom Announces Initial List of Presenting Companies for the 30th Annual Energy Investment Conference to be Held August 17-20, 2025 in Denver, Colorado

$1.5M Bet On This Consumer Defensive Stock? Check Out These 4 Penny Stocks Insiders Are Aggressively Buying

Ocugen And 2 Other Stocks Under $2 Insiders Are Aggressively Buying

Top 4 Materials Stocks That Set To Fly In April

Why NetEase Shares Are Trading Lower; Here Are 25 Stocks Moving Premarket

Flotek Industries, Clear Channel Outdoor And 2 Other Penny Stocks Insiders Are Aggressively Buying

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