TJX’s Trading Volume Plummets 48.32% to 63rd in Market Activity as Earnings Outlook Eyes Potential Beat

On August 21, 2025, The TJX Companies (TJX) saw a trading volume of $0.96 billion, a 48.32% decline from the prior day, ranking 63rd in market activity. The stock closed down 0.55%, reflecting modest bearish pressure amid mixed retail sector dynamics.

Analyst expectations highlight TJX’s upcoming earnings report on November 19, 2025. According to Zacks Earnings ESP data, the company’s Most Accurate Estimate of $1.22 per share exceeds the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.21 by 1.16%. This suggests a potential earnings beat, aligning with the firm’s Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) rating. While no immediate catalysts were identified in recent filings, the earnings forecast positions TJX as a speculative play for investors tracking near-term performance relative to benchmarks.

A historical strategy of purchasing top 500 volume-driven stocks and holding for one day from 2022 to present showed mixed outcomes. The approach yielded a 1.98% average daily return and a 7.61% total return over 365 days, with a Sharpe ratio of 0.94. However, the strategy faced a maximum drawdown of -29.16%, underscoring its sensitivity to market volatility. Investors considering volume-based tactics should weigh these risks against potential short-term gains.