Mitchells & Butlers Plc (OTCMKTS:MBPFF) Short Interest Up 1,373.4% in March

Key Points

• Short interest surged 1,373.4% in March to 100,411 shares (from 6,815 on March 15), while reported average daily volume is 0, producing an effective ∞ days-to-cover and a reported ~0.0% of shares shorted.
• MBPFF traded flat at $3.41, inside a one-year range of $2.95–$3.70, with 50- and 200-day moving averages roughly $3.41 and $3.43 respectively.
• Mitchells & Butlers is a leading UK operator of pubs, bars and restaurants (brands include All Bar One, Toby Carvery, Harvester, Miller & Carter, Sizzling Pubs and Vintage Inns) and shows modest leverage (debt/equity 0.46) but weak liquidity (quick ratio 0.43, current ratio 0.47).

Mitchells & Butlers Plc (OTCMKTS:MBPFF - Get Free Report) was the recipient of a large growth in short interest in the month of March. As of March 31st, there was short interest totaling 100,411 shares, a growth of 1,373.4% from the March 15th total of 6,815 shares. Approximately 0.0% of the company's stock are short sold. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 0 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently ∞ days.

Mitchells & Butlers Stock Performance

MBPFF stock remained flat at $3.41 during trading on Friday. Mitchells & Butlers has a 1 year low of $2.95 and a 1 year high of $3.70. The firm has a 50 day moving average price of $3.41 and a 200-day moving average price of $3.43. The company has a quick ratio of 0.43, a current ratio of 0.47 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46.

Mitchells & Butlers Company Profile

Mitchells & Butlers plc is one of the United Kingdom's leading operators of managed pubs, bars and restaurants, trading under a portfolio of well-known brands. The company's venues serve a broad spectrum of customers, from casual diners at family-friendly outlets to guests seeking premium steakhouse and craft bar experiences. Its core business activities encompass site management, menu development, beverage sourcing and hospitality operations across its estate.

The company's brand portfolio includes names such as All Bar One, Toby Carvery, Harvester, Miller & Carter, Sizzling Pubs and Vintage Inns, among others.

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