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Factset Research Systems Short ratio

What is the Short ratio of Factset Research Systems?

The Short ratio of Factset Research Systems Inc. is 1.79

What is the definition of Short ratio?



Short ratio is the number of shares sold short divided by the average daily volume.

= short interest / average daily volume

Short ratio is calculated by dividing the number of shares sold short by the average daily trading volume, generally over the last 30 trading days. The ratio represents the number of days it takes short sellers on average to repurchase all the borrowed shares. The ratio is used by both fundamental and technical traders to identify trends.

The percentage represents the number of days it takes short sellers on average to repurchase all the borrowed shares. Short selling is the practice of selling securities or other financial instruments that are not currently owned, and subsequently repurchasing them. In the event of an interim price decline, the short seller profits, since the cost of (re)purchase is less than the proceeds received upon the initial (short) sale. Conversely, the short position closes out at a loss if the price of a shorted instrument rises prior to repurchase. A high short ratio can be an indicator that there will be some buying pressure on the security that would increase its price.

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What does Factset Research Systems do?

factset is a leading provider of financial data and analytic applications for investment management and investment banking professionals around the globe. factset offers instant access to financial data and analytics to thousands of analysts, portfolio managers, and investment bankers at the world’s financial institutions. factset’s business is built on the creative use of technology and an unwavering dedication to client service. we remain on the cutting edge by continually developing and refining our software. our tools enable clients to perform investment research at the most sophisticated level. we offer individual consultant contacts, 24-hour personal support, and dedication to our users for client service that is unsurpassed in the industry. factset is one of fortune's "100 best companies to work for." follow us on twitter @factset. like us on facebook at www.facebook.com/factset.

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