NBTR Short Interest Rises
The Neuberger Berman Total Return Bond ETF (NBTR) reported an 86,566.7% increase in short interest in the latest cycle, with 2,600 shares now sold short compared to just 3 shares previously. While the total volume remains modest, the sharp increase in short interest is a signal to watch for bond-focused ETFs. The days-to-cover ratio is 4.51, suggesting that if the short position continues to grow, it could impact the liquidity of the ETF shares. This data is based on the bi-weekly FINRA settlement report and reflects open positions as of the mid-August 2026 cycle.
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