Rising Short Pressure on NVAX
Novavax Inc (NASDAQ:NVAX) is facing significant bearish sentiment as the latest reporting period shows a marked increase in open short positions. Short interest has climbed to 47.49 million shares, up from 45.66 million in the previous cycle. This now accounts for approximately 29% of the company's publicly available float.
Liquidity and Days to Cover
With an average daily trading volume of roughly 3.38 million shares, the 'days to cover' metric currently sits at 14.03. This elevated ratio suggests that any sudden positive catalyst could force a rapid scramble to cover positions, potentially exacerbating volatility. Investors should monitor this closely as the high percentage of float shorted remains a primary driver of the stock's current technical profile.
Key Takeaways
- Short interest rose to 47.49M shares.
- Short interest as a percentage of float is now 29%.
- Days to cover stands at 14.03, indicating potential squeeze risk.
- Data reflects official exchange-reported figures as of the August 14, 2026 settlement date.
The Bottom Line
NVAX remains a high-conviction target for short sellers, with nearly a third of its float currently held short. The high days-to-cover ratio makes this a name to watch for potential short-squeeze volatility.
Signal data sourced from Benzinga. This post is an original analysis prepared by The Forensic Ledger from publicly available data. Not investment advice.
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