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Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK) Short Interest Ratio & Short Volume

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$359.47 +1.62 (+0.45%)
As of 06/25/2025 04:10 PM Eastern

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF Short Interest Data

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF (MGK) has a short interest of 99,900 shares, representing 0.13% of the float (the number of shares available for trading by the public). This marks a -59.96% decrease in short interest from the previous month. The short interest ratio (days to cover) is 0.2, indicating that it would take 0.2 days of the average trading volume of 469,363 shares to cover all short positions.

Current Short Interest
99,900 shares
Previous Short Interest
249,500 shares
Change Vs. Previous Month
-59.96%
Dollar Volume Sold Short
$34.30 million
Short Interest Ratio
0.2 Days to Cover
Last Record Date
May 31, 2025
Outstanding Shares
74,590,000 shares
Short Percent of Float
0.13%
Today's Trading Volume
390,958 shares
Average Trading Volume
469,363 shares
Today's Volume Vs. Average
83%
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MGK Short Interest Over Time

MGK Days to Cover Over Time

MGK Percentage of Float Shorted Over Time

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF Short Interest History

Report DateTotal Shares Sold ShortDollar Volume Sold ShortChange from Previous ReportPercentage of Float ShortedDays to CoverPrice on Report Date
5/31/202599,900 shares $34.30 million -60.0%0.1%0.2 $343.36
5/15/2025249,500 shares $86.17 million +48.2%N/A0.4 $345.37
4/30/2025168,400 shares $53.12 million +23.8%N/A0.3 $315.43
4/15/2025136,000 shares $41.10 million -38.4%N/A0.3 $302.19
3/14/2025143,100 shares $45.12 million +61.7%N/A0.3 $315.29
2/14/202597,600 shares $34.89 million -30.3%N/A0.3 $357.43
1/31/2025140,100 shares $48.78 million -31.1%N/A0.4 $348.18
1/15/2025203,300 shares $70.14 million -37.1%N/A0.6 $345.03

MGK Short Interest - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's current short interest?

Short interest is the volume of Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. As of May 31st, traders have sold 99,900 shares of MGK short. 0.13% of Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's shares are currently sold short. Learn More on Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's current short interest.

Which institutional investors are shorting Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF?

As of the most recent reporting period, the following institutional investors, funds, and major shareholders have reported short positions of Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF: Quaker Wealth Management LLC, and Jane Street Group LLC. These positions are disclosed in Form 13F filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

What is a good short interest percentage for Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF?

Companies that have a short interest as a percentage of float below 10% indicates positive investor sentiment and few short sellers. Stocks with a short interest percentage above 10% is considered high, suggesting some investors are pessimistic about the stock. Companies with a short interest percentage of 20% or more indicates widespread negative sentiment. 0.13% of Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's floating shares are currently sold short.

Is Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's short interest increasing or decreasing?

Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF saw a decrease in short interest during the month of May. As of May 31st, there was short interest totaling 99,900 shares, a decrease of 60.0% from the previous total of 249,500 shares. Changes in short volume can be used to identify positive and negative investor sentiment. Investors that short sell a stock are betting that its price will decline in the future. An increase in short sale volume suggests bearish (negative) sentiment among investors. A decrease on short sale volume suggests bullish (positive) sentiment.

How does Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's short interest compare to its competitors?

0.13% of Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's shares are currently sold short. Here is how the short interest of companies compare to Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF: SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Value ETF (0.14%), ProShares UltraPro QQQ (8.46%), Vanguard Russell 1000 Growth ETF (0.05%), iShares S&P 100 ETF (0.40%), Schwab Fundamental U.S. Large Company ETF (0.46%), Invesco S&P 500 Quality ETF (0.16%), Vanguard S&P 500 Growth ETF (0.35%), SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Growth ETF (0.24%), Schwab Fundamental International Equity ETF (0.18%), SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (6.52%),

Which stocks are the most shorted right now?

As of the most recent reporting period, the following stocks had the largest short interest positions: SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust ($64.96 billion), Invesco QQQ ($27.88 billion), iShares Russell 2000 ETF ($19.94 billion), iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF ($9.69 billion), MicroStrategy Incorporated ($8.58 billion), SPDR S&P Biotech ETF ($5.72 billion), Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF ($5.45 billion), iShares iBoxx $ Investment Grade Corporate Bond ETF ($4.70 billion), Charter Communications, Inc. ($4.54 billion), and Industrial Select Sector SPDR Fund ($4.49 billion). View all of the most shorted stocks.

What does it mean to sell short Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF stock?

Short selling MGK is an investing strategy that aims to generate trading profit from Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF as its price is falling. MGK shares are trading up $1.62 today. To short a stock, an investor borrows shares, sells them and buys the shares back on the public market later to return it to the lender. Short sellers are betting that a stock will decline in price. If the stock does drop after selling, the short seller buys it back at a lower price and returns it to the lender. The difference between the sell price and the buy price is the trader's profit.

How does a short squeeze work against Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF?

A short squeeze for Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF occurs when it has a large amount of short interest and its stock appreciates in price. This forces short sellers to cover their short interest positions by buying actual shares of MGK, which in turn drives the price of the stock up even further.

How often is Vanguard Mega Cap Growth ETF's short interest reported?

Short interest is typically published by a stock exchange once per month. However, NASDAQ publishes a report for U.S. stocks, including MGK, twice per month. The most recent reporting period available is May, 31 2025.




This page (NYSEARCA:MGK) was last updated on 6/26/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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