short-interest

To analyze short squeeze potential, you need to evaluate short float, days to cover, and borrow rates. This Skill calculates a squeeze probability score by integrating FINRA short interest data with options market signals and technical context to assess directional risk.

Short interest represents the volume of borrowed shares sold but not yet repurchased, signaling bearish sentiment. High short float relative to total shares outstanding suggests strong bearish positioning and potential directional risk for the stock.

Yes, you can use options market signals to assess directional risk. The Skill integrates options activity data with FINRA short interest data and technical context to provide a comprehensive assessment of bearish positioning and squeeze potential.

You need data on short float, days to cover, borrow rates, and options activity to evaluate a bearish thesis. This information allows the Skill to assess the validity of short positions and measure the likelihood of a short squeeze for US-listed stocks.

You should worry about short squeeze risk when a stock exhibits high short float, elevated days to cover, and restrictive borrow rates. A catalyst combined with these factors can trigger forced buying and significant directional upside risk for your short position.