It's great to see engagement with Fintel's screening tools! When working with the short screening tool, it's true that some parameters might seem unavailable or behave unexpectedly. This can often be due to a few factors, and understanding them can help you get the most out of the tool.
Understanding Short Screening Parameters
Fintel's short screening tool is designed to help identify potential short squeeze candidates or stocks with significant short interest. Key metrics often include Short Interest % of Float, Days to Cover, Short Squeeze Score, and Borrow Availability. These parameters are dynamic and rely on various data feeds.
Common Considerations for Parameter Usage
- Data Availability: Some advanced metrics, like real-time borrow rates or specific dark pool short volume data, might not be continuously available for all securities or might be updated at different frequencies. If a parameter isn't populating, it could be that the underlying data isn't present for the selected universe of stocks at that moment.
- Subscription Level: Fintel offers different subscription tiers, and certain premium features or real-time data access might be restricted to higher-tier subscriptions. If you're on a basic plan, some advanced filtering options or real-time updates might not be accessible.
- Specific Parameter Logic: Each parameter has a specific definition and calculation method. For instance, the Short Squeeze Score integrates several factors, including short interest, float, average volume, and options activity. If you're trying to combine parameters in a way that conflicts with their inherent logic or data types, the tool might not allow it.
- User Interface Interaction: Sometimes, it's a matter of how the filters are applied or reset. Ensuring that previous filters are cleared or correctly applied can resolve issues with new parameter selections.
To troubleshoot, it's often helpful to first try simpler screens and gradually add more complex parameters. If a specific parameter is consistently unavailable, checking Fintel's support documentation or the tool's help sections can provide clarity on its requirements or any known limitations.
