Boeing's Turbulence Sends Kaiser Aluminum's Short Interest Soaring To 12-Month High - Kaiser Aluminum (NA

　　High-Flying Concerns

　　As of the June 28 settlement, Kaiser Aluminum‘s short interest had rocketed 23% to 4.2% — a significant leap from its one-year average of 2.9%. The reasons？ Mounting concerns over Boeing’s de-stocking and an overstretched stock momentum have investors on edge.

　　Numbers That Speak

• KALU's short interest:4.2%, up 23% in two weeks, 25% over four weeks
• Stock price (as of July 10):$90.19
• Analyst rating:Neutral (N)
• Price target:$85.00, indicating a 6% downside
• Price movements:+2.2% over one week, -2.1% over one month

　　The Boeing Effect

　　Peterson points out that the catalyst for this spike in short interest is the increased risk surrounding Boeing.

　　As Boeing grapples with its own set of challenges, the ripple effect has not only impacted its stock but also put suppliers like Kaiser Aluminum. Boeings de-stocking fears have made investors wary, prompting them to bet against Kaiser Aluminum stock in anticipation of further declines.

　　Short Sellers In The Cockpit

　　With the average days-to-cover falling to 3.3 days from 5.1 days, short sellers are clearly in the cockpit. They are clearly navigating this volatile landscape with heightened activity. The jump in short interest is a stark reminder of the cautious sentiment pervading the market as investors brace for potential fallout from Boeings woes.

　　In the ever-turbulent skies of aerospace investments, Kaiser Aluminum finds itself in a precarious position. As Boeing battles its own demons, the reverberations continue to unsettle its suppliers, making Kaiser Aluminum a focal point for short sellers betting on further instability.

　　Whether this turbulence will lead to a smoother landing or more rough skies ahead remains to be seen.