FSLR Short Interest
Real-time short selling data and short squeeze analysis for First Solar Inc
Current Price
$0.00
Day Change
+0.00%
Short Interest Overview
Short Interest % of Float
0.00%
-12.43% from last report
Days to Cover
1.8
Based on avg daily volume
Shares Short
1.3M
Total shares sold short
Short Squeeze Risk
Very Low
Based on current metrics
Recent Short Volume
Daily Short Volume
6.37M shares
Short Volume Ratio
6.0%
Percentage of total volume
Short Squeeze Potential Analysis
Our short squeeze analysis evaluates multiple factors to assess the likelihood of a short squeeze event:
- 1.Short Interest Level: At 0.00% of float, FSLR has relatively low short interest, limiting squeeze probability.
- 2.Days to Cover Ratio: With 1.8 days to cover, it would take a relatively short time for shorts to exit positions.
- 3.Short Volume Trends: Recent short volume shows 6% of daily volume is short selling, indicating moderate short selling activity.
- 4.Recent Trends: Short interest has decreased by 12.43% since the last reporting period, suggesting shorts may be covering positions, reducing squeeze potential.
What Short Sellers Are Watching
For FSLR, short sellers are likely monitoring these key factors:
Bearish Catalysts
- Earnings misses or guidance cuts
- Competitive pressures in Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment
- Valuation concerns vs. peers
- Regulatory or macro headwinds
Bullish Catalysts (Squeeze Triggers)
- Better than expected earnings
- Positive product/business news
- Analyst upgrades or strong guidance
- Sector momentum or market rally
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Frequently Asked Questions About Short Selling
What is FSLR's current short interest?
FSLR (First Solar Inc) currently has 0.00% of its float shorted, with approximately 1.3 million shares sold short. This represents a decrease of 12.43% from the previous reporting period.
What are days to cover for FSLR?
FSLR has 1.8 days to cover, which measures how many days it would take for all short sellers to cover their positions based on average daily trading volume. A higher days to cover ratio can indicate increased squeeze potential if the stock price rises.
Is FSLR a short squeeze candidate?
Based on current metrics, FSLR has a very low short squeeze potential. With 0.00% short interest and 1.8 days to cover, the short interest is relatively moderate.
What does high short interest mean for FSLR?
High short interest in FSLR indicates that many investors are betting against the stock. This can be bearish, suggesting negative sentiment, but it also creates potential for a short squeeze if the stock price unexpectedly rises, forcing shorts to cover their positions and driving the price higher.
How often is FSLR short interest data updated?
Short interest data for FSLR is officially reported twice per month to exchanges, with data published approximately 4 business days after the settlement dates (mid-month and end of month). Our platform updates this data as soon as it becomes available from official sources.
What is a good short interest percentage?
Short interest interpretation varies by stock and situation. For FSLR, the current 0.00% is relatively low, suggesting limited bearish sentiment. Compare this to Information Technology peers for context.
Understanding Short Interest Metrics
Short Interest % of Float
The percentage of a company's publicly available shares that have been sold short. Higher percentages indicate more bearish sentiment but also greater squeeze potential.
Days to Cover
Also called the short interest ratio, this measures how many days it would take for all short sellers to buy back shares based on average daily trading volume. Higher ratios suggest it would take longer to cover, increasing squeeze risk.
Short Volume
The number of shares sold short on a given day. Comparing short volume to total volume shows the proportion of bearish trading activity.
Short Squeeze
A rapid price increase that forces short sellers to cover their positions by buying shares, which drives the price even higher. Squeezes often occur when heavily shorted stocks receive positive news or momentum.
Disclaimer: Short interest data is reported on a delayed basis and may not reflect current market conditions. Short squeezes are unpredictable and highly volatile events. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Always conduct your own research and consider consulting a financial advisor before making investment decisions.