Identifying companies with the highest short interest float percentage is a key strategy for investors looking for potential short squeeze candidates or those assessing bearish sentiment. This metric indicates the proportion of a company's publicly traded shares that have been sold short, signaling a significant bet against the stock by short sellers. A high short interest float can create volatility, as a rapid price increase can force short sellers to cover their positions, further driving up the price.
While the exact top 10 list can fluctuate frequently due to market dynamics and reporting schedules, Fintel's platform provides comprehensive, up-to-date data to track these movements. For instance, as of recent data, Lucid Group, Inc. (LCID) has shown a notable short interest % float of 31.33%.1 Other US common stocks with significant short interest percentages include United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. (USLM) at 4.29%,2 Sight Sciences, Inc. (SGHT) at 3.93%,3 Universal Display Corporation (OLED) at 3.75%,4 and authID Inc. (AUID) at 3.36%.5
Fintel's short interest data is sourced directly from exchanges like NASDAQ and NYSE, and is updated twice monthly for official figures, with daily calculations for short interest % float based on float changes.4 This ensures that investors have access to timely information for their analysis. To view the most current and comprehensive list of companies with the highest short interest float, users can leverage Fintel's dedicated short interest screens and leaderboards, which are designed to provide these rankings dynamically.
