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Healthscope Limited (HSO) currently has 14.17% of its shares sold short (246.2 million shares), based on ASIC short position data reported on 19 February 2018 (T+4 reporting lag). That makes HSO the #5 most shorted stock on the ASX most shorted list.
HSO Short Selling: Frequently Asked Questions
What is Healthscope Limited (HSO)'s current short interest?
Healthscope Limited (HSO) currently has a short interest of 14.17% of total shares outstanding. This means 14.17% of HSO's shares have been sold short by investors who expect the price to decline. This data is sourced from ASIC reports and updated daily.
Is HSO heavily shorted on the ASX?
Yes. With 14.17% of its shares sold short, HSO is considered heavily shorted: short interest above 10% is generally regarded as high. HSO is currently ranked #5 among the most shorted stocks on the ASX.
What does short interest mean for HSO investors?
Short interest in HSO shows the percentage of shares investors have borrowed and sold, betting the price will fall. At 14.17%, HSO's high short interest could signal strong bearish sentiment, or potential for a short squeeze if the price rises. See our short squeeze candidates and days to cover analysis for more context.
Where does this HSO short data come from?
Short position data is published by ASIC with a four trading day delay (T+4) and covers reported short positions as a percentage of total shares on issue. ASX Short Data also tracks daily gross short sales (T+1), securities lending, and director trades for HSO.