This row includes the
Days to Cover . The Days to Cover is calculated as the aggregate short interest for the month divided by the average daily share volume traded for the period between short interest settlement dates. Days to cover is also referred to as 'Short-Interest Ratio'. The term 'days to cover' was coined to indicate how many days it will take short sellers to cover their positions if the price of a stock rises. Some investors see a high short interest as an opportunity; this is referred to as 'Short Squeeze'. Visit Investopedia for more information about
'Short Squeeze' . The color coding assigns a value of 'Very Positive' to 'Very Negative'. The Color Key, below, indicates the assigned values and a possible explanation for the rating. In this instance the rating is assuming that the person is the 'short seller'. However, it is important to note that each value should be looked at in combination with other factors. The Stock Comparison page should serve as one among many informational tools for comparing stocks and should not be the only basis for a buy or sell decision. ADVICE FROM A SECURITIES PROFESSIONAL IS STRONGLY ADVISED. Please
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Color Key: Very Positive: 1 and lower (This indicates that the stock would take less than a day for short sellers to cover their positions.
Positive: 1.1 – 1.5 (This indicates that the stock would take slightly longer than a day for short sellers to cover their positions.
Neutral: 1.6- 2 (This indicates that the stock would take up to two days for short sellers to cover their positions.
Negative: 2.1 - 3 (This indicates that the stock would take more than a two days for short sellers to cover their positions.
More Negative: 3-8 (This indicates that the stock would longer for short sellers to cover their positions.
Very Negative: 9 and above (This indicates that the stock would take much longer for short sellers to cover their positions.