HCWB HCW Biologics absorbed a brutal short attack. SI exploded 43.6 points in one week to 44.7%. The $17M biotech saw bears triple down showing extreme conviction.
SKYQ Sky Quarry grabbed attention with SI jumping 70 points in three days to 84.2%. The micro cap faced relentless pressure as short sellers piled in.
BIAF bioAffinity Technologies SI surged 35 points weekly to 57.2%. The $11M cancer diagnostics firm now ranks among most shorted names. Cost to borrow hit 387% showing minimal availability.
REED Reed's beverage maker saw SI spike 33 points in seven days to 40.3%. The ginger beer producer faced fresh skepticism despite brand recognition.
AIRS AirSculpt Technologies climbed to 156% SI adding 20 points weekly. The $174M body contouring clinic operator held the highest short interest among actively traded names.
BATL Battalion Oil SI rose 12.8 points in three days to 38.6% as oil volatility persisted. The energy driller attracted shorts despite crude spiking above $95 on Iran war fears.
Micro caps dominated extreme short moves while mega cap action stayed muted outside prior CRM Salesforce coverage.
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