Borrowing Market Tightens for DAIC
CID Holdco, Inc. (DAIC) has seen its cost-to-borrow (CTB) skyrocket to 67.5% as of August 25, 2026. This extreme fee level indicates a severe scarcity of lendable shares, making it increasingly expensive for market participants to maintain or initiate new short positions. While the official short interest remains relatively low at 34.9K shares (0.1% of shares outstanding) per the July 31, 2026 settlement, the current lending market dynamics suggest a potential disconnect between official reporting and real-time borrow demand.
Key Takeaways
- Borrow fee for DAIC has reached an elevated 67.5% APR.
- Official short interest is 34.9K shares, representing 0.1% of float.
- Days-to-cover ratio remains low at 1.0, suggesting limited immediate squeeze pressure despite the high cost of capital.
- Investors should monitor for further spikes in borrow fees as a leading indicator of potential volatility.
The Bottom Line
With borrow fees at 67.5%, DAIC is currently one of the most expensive stocks to short in the current lending environment, reflecting significant supply-side constraints.
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