Rising Bearish Positioning
As of the September 15, 2026, reporting period, The New York Times (NYSE: NYT) recorded 13.53 million shares sold short. This figure represents an increase of 7.66% from the prior reporting period, indicating growing institutional skepticism toward the media giant.
Days to Cover
The current short interest ratio for NYT sits at 6.3, based on an average daily trading volume of 3.56 million shares. This relatively high ratio implies that even moderate buying pressure could lead to an extended period of short-covering if the bullish thesis changes.
Key Takeaways
- Total Shares Short: 13.53 Million.
- Short Interest % of Float: 8.55%.
- Short Interest Growth: 7.66% increase over the last period.
- Days to Cover: 6.3 days.
The Bottom Line
While not as extreme as some retail-frenzied names, the steady growth in short interest for NYT suggests that institutional investors are increasingly positioning for downside volatility in the stock.
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