Official Short Interest Update
According to the latest official FINRA data released for the settlement date of September 30, 2026, GameStop Corp (GME) maintains a significant short position. The total number of shares short stands at 42,673,721, which accounts for 10.43% of the company's float. This figure represents a notable increase of 3,604,595 shares, or 9.23%, compared to the previous reporting period.
Market Context
While this data is the official bi-weekly report and carries an inherent lag, it provides the most authoritative baseline for open short positions. The 'Days to Cover' metric currently sits at 3.98, suggesting that based on average daily trading volume, it would take nearly four days for short sellers to exit their positions. Investors should note that this is a snapshot of open interest and does not reflect intraday short-selling pressure (flow) which can fluctuate significantly between these bi-weekly reporting dates.
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