Boeing's 1.73 Billion-Share Volume Ranks 67th as Analysts Hike Targets to $287.00 and Backtested High-Volume Strategy Generates 166.71% Return

On July 31, 2025, Boeing (BA) traded with a volume of 1.73 billion shares, ranking 67th in daily trading activity. The stock closed lower by 1.77%, reflecting mixed market sentiment amid ongoing strategic and operational developments.

Analyst activity highlighted a bullish outlook for Boeing, with UBS reaffirming its "Buy" rating and raising the price target to $280.00. Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) and Barclays also maintained or upgraded their ratings, with price targets ranging from $250.00 to $287.00. The consensus among 20 analysts indicated an average 12-month target of $256.68, signaling a 13.54% upside from recent levels. Analysts cited improved production efficiency, free cash flow potential, and strategic leadership changes as key drivers for optimism.

A backtested trading strategy involving purchasing the top 500 high-volume stocks and holding for one day generated a 166.71% return from 2022 to the present, outperforming the benchmark by 137.53%. The approach capitalized on liquidity-driven momentum, with stocks like Boeing contributing to gains through sustained volume surges. However, the strategy’s effectiveness remains contingent on evolving market dynamics and liquidity structures.