Short Interest

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	Definition of 'Short Interest' The total number of shares of a security that have been sold short by customers and securities firms.
	Investopedia explains 'Short Interest' Short interest is typically expressed as a percentage. For example, 3% short interest means that 3% of the outstanding shares are held short.

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