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AIA (OTCMKTS:AAGIY) Sees Large Growth in Short Interest

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Key Points

  • AIA Group Limited experienced a substantial increase in short interest, rising by 62.5% to 314,000 shares as of September 30th.
  • The company's stock is currently priced at $37.31, with a 12-month high of $39.32 and a low of $25.00.
  • AIA declared a dividend of $0.2208, paid out on October 3rd, which represents a remarkable yield of 229.0%.
  • Five stocks to consider instead of AIA.

AIA (OTCMKTS:AAGIY - Get Free Report) saw a significant growth in short interest in the month of September. As of September 30th, there was short interest totaling 314,000 shares, a growth of 62.5% from the September 15th total of 193,200 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 496,200 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 0.6 days. Based on an average daily volume of 496,200 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 0.6 days.

AIA Stock Down 0.6%

Shares of AAGIY opened at $37.31 on Wednesday. AIA has a 12 month low of $25.00 and a 12 month high of $39.32. The firm's 50 day moving average is $37.72 and its 200-day moving average is $34.84.

AIA Announces Dividend

The company also recently disclosed a dividend, which was paid on Friday, October 3rd. Investors of record on Tuesday, September 9th were paid a $0.2208 dividend. This represents a yield of 229.0%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, September 8th.

AIA Company Profile

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AIA Group Limited, together with its subsidiaries, provides life insurance based financial services. The company offers life insurance, accident, and health insurance and savings plans; and employee benefits, credit life, and pension services to corporate clients. It is also involved in the distribution of investment and other financial services products.

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