Significant Cost to Borrow Increase
WLDN is experiencing a notable shift in its lending market, with the cost to borrow jumping 208% over the past week. While the current rate of 0.48% remains near historic lows, the rapid percentage increase indicates that market participants are becoming more aggressive in their short-side positioning.
Market Sentiment
Short interest in WLDN currently sits at 11.5% of the float. Despite the spike in borrowing costs, availability remains high at 649%, suggesting that there is still plenty of supply for those looking to borrow shares. The combination of rising borrow fees and high availability suggests that while demand is growing, the market is not yet facing a supply crunch.
Key Takeaways
- Cost to borrow increased by 208% in one week.
- Short interest is at 11.5% of float.
- Availability remains high at 649%, indicating no immediate supply shortage.
The Bottom Line
While the 208% jump in borrow fees for WLDN is eye-catching, the high availability of shares suggests that the short-side demand is currently well-supported by the lending market.
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