Linde Shares Surge 0.63 as 119% Volume Spike Propels It to 96th in U.S. Trading Activity

. 19, 2025, . equities. The industrial gas giant’s shares saw renewed institutional interest amid supply chain adjustments in key markets.

Market participants noted that Linde’s performance aligned with sector-wide momentum driven by investments and refining sector activity. The stock’s elevated volume suggests position reallocation by large-cap investors, though no direct corporate announcements or earnings reports influenced the move. Analysts highlighted the company’s resilience in volatile markets, with technical indicators showing strong support levels holding firm.

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