Short Sellers
Coverage of Short Sellers in the Nexus archive.
- 'Big Short' investor Michael Burry fired back after Trump ridiculed short sellers
Michael Burry, known for his 'Big Short' housing bubble bet, criticized President Donald Trump after Trump mocked short sellers at a White House event. Burry argued Trump lacks understanding of his investment strategies but has effectively enriched himself and allies, referencing Trump's reported $2 billion earnings. Burry also discussed the risks and strategies of short selling in his Substack posts.
- Short sellers keep betting against Pop Mart — even though it's been a losing trade
Short sellers are doubling down on Pop Mart International despite a recent share price recovery, making their bearish bets increasingly risky. The Chinese toymaker's share price recovery has turned the trade against it into a losing position for short sellers.
- Virgin Galactic’s 200% Rally Burns Shorts as Retail Rushes In
Virgin Galactic's stock price has rallied 200%, burning short positions as retail investors rush in. The company's signage is displayed at the New York Stock Exchange.
- Bitcoin's Shorts Have Never Been This Crowded While Price Kept Going Up. That Has Only Happened Twice Before.
Bitcoin's price continues to rise despite a high number of short sellers, a scenario that has occurred only twice before in history. This unusual market dynamic highlights potential bullish momentum for the cryptocurrency.
- Avis’s 200% Surge Lures New Shorts Eyeing Trip ‘Back to Reality’
Avis's stock surged 200%, attracting short sellers as they consider a 'trip back to reality.' The article references an Avis rental location near JFK Airport in New York.
- CATL Short Sellers at Risk of Squeeze on Earnings Surprise
The article highlights that CATL's unexpected earnings results may put short sellers at risk of a squeeze, potentially leading to losses for those betting against the company's stock. This situation could benefit CATL's stock price.