meghanjackson

How does float compare to all shares outstanding? As noted, you need to look at Days Short Outstanding to get a better idea.

I mean, Tootsie Rolls are basically a consumer staple, right? Is there really a chance for a 30% correction in this thing? I use that as an approximate threshold for shorting because it ain't worth the risk for 5-10%.

One more thing I like to ask: "Is it a good or bad company?" Even if you think a stock is a bit overvalued (take AAPL), if it's a fantastic company with great products and management, don't bother shorting it. There are plenty of bad companies out there to short.