Official Short Interest Data
GameStop Corp (GME) remains one of the most closely watched stocks in the market regarding short interest. Official data provided by the NYSE shows that short interest levels fluctuate based on the bi-monthly settlement schedule. The most recent figures indicate a total of over 31 million shares held short, reflecting the ongoing battle between long-term holders and short sellers.
Understanding Short Volume vs. Interest
It is critical for investors to distinguish between the official short interest (open positions) and the daily short sale volume reported by FINRA. The daily short volume includes all trades marked as short, which can include intraday activity that is closed out before the end of the day. While the official short interest provides a snapshot of the total open bets, the daily volume data provides insight into the immediate selling pressure on any given trading session. Traders should use both metrics to gauge the overall sentiment and potential for volatility in GME.
Signal data sourced from Fintel. This post is an original analysis prepared by The Forensic Ledger from publicly available data. Not investment advice.
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