Looking Into Meta Materials's Recent Short Interest
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Insights
Meta Materials (NYSE:MMAT) has seen a 4.42% increase in short interest, now at 11.1% of its float, indicating a bearish market sentiment. With 699 thousand shares sold short and a 2.1-day average to cover, MMAT's short interest is higher than its peer group average of 7.00%. This rise in short interest can be a bullish indicator as it suggests potential for a short squeeze.

April 29, 2024 | 2:15 pm
News sentiment analysis
Sort by:
Ascending
NEUTRAL IMPACT
Meta Materials' short interest has increased to 11.1% of its float, higher than its peers, indicating a bearish sentiment but also potential for a short squeeze.
The increase in short interest for Meta Materials suggests a bearish market sentiment towards the stock, which could lead to increased volatility. However, high short interest can also lead to a short squeeze if the stock price starts to rise, potentially causing rapid price increases. The impact is considered neutral in the short term due to these opposing potential outcomes.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 100