COOK Traeger Inc short interest exploded to 181% of free float in just three days. The $4.1B outdoor grill maker added 17 points since March 13 showing unprecedented bear conviction. Bears now hold positions exceeding the entire tradable float.
CRM Salesforce absorbed a seven-day surge to 10.5% SI from 2.5%. The $180B software giant saw bears triple positions in one week. The move contrasted with broader tech seeing short covering as Iran war fueled defensive rotation.
NVDA Nvidia dominated social platforms today after Elizabeth Warren warned Trump's chip deal approval would spike smartphone prices. The stock absorbed political backlash while maintaining 54 buy ratings per analyst data.
TSAT Telesat hit 153% SI as the $510M satellite operator climbed 57% in three months. Cost to borrow stayed below 1% despite extreme positioning. Availability reached 371% suggesting ample shares despite heavy shorting.
FLWS 1-800-Flowers held 103% SI with 18 days to cover. The $209M specialty retailer faced persistent skepticism. Sensei Biotherapeutics climbed 256% in three months yet grabbed 95% SI showing bears betting against momentum.
Oil volatility dominated headlines as Oman crude soared above $150. Iran war entered day 19 with Strait of Hormuz closure creating supply chaos.
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