SmartRent Issues Response To Short Seller Report
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk
SmartRent, Inc. (NYSE:SMRT) has responded to a recent short-seller report, calling it inaccurate and misleading. The report made negative conclusions based on RET Ventures' reduced holdings of SmartRent stock, which the company clarified was due to a series of pro rata, in-kind distributions typical of private venture funds. SmartRent maintains a close business relationship with RET and its limited partners remain SmartRent customers. The company stands by the security of its products and the value provided to property owners, managers, and residents.
September 11, 2023 | 6:18 pm
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SmartRent's response to the short-seller report may reassure investors and potentially stabilize the stock price. The company's clarification on RET Ventures' reduced holdings could dispel concerns over the company's business relationships and prospects.
SmartRent's strong rebuttal to the short-seller report and clarification on RET Ventures' reduced holdings could reassure investors and mitigate any negative impact on the stock price. However, the overall market reaction will depend on investor sentiment and the credibility of the short-seller report.
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