How Is The Market Feeling About W&T Offshore?
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights
W&T Offshore (NYSE:WTI) has seen a 9.84% increase in short percent of float since its last report, with 19.17 million shares sold short, representing 19.64% of available shares. This indicates a bearish market sentiment, although it's higher than the peer group average of 3.20%. The article suggests that an increase in short interest can sometimes be bullish.
February 26, 2024 | 4:15 pm
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W&T Offshore has experienced a significant increase in short interest, indicating a bearish sentiment among investors but also stands out for having a higher short interest than its peers.
The increase in short interest for W&T Offshore suggests that investors are becoming more bearish on the stock. However, the fact that it's significantly higher than its peers could indicate a potential for a bullish reversal if the market sentiment changes, as high short interest can lead to short squeezes.
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