Most Shorted Stocks Today: August 4, 2026 — Top 25 Squeeze Candidates
The most shorted stocks on August 4, 2026 are led by SPCX with a squeeze score of 86.3, followed by heavily shorted threshold-listed names like INDI and OCGN.
On August 4, 2026, the most shorted stocks leaderboard is topped by SPCX with a squeeze score of 86.3, driven by a float utilization of 58.7% and 1.34 days to cover. The broader pattern across the top 25 candidates shows extreme concentration on the FINRA threshold list, with 24 of 25 flagged for sustained heavy short pressure, while short interest levels above 30% dominate the screen and borrow fee data remains unreported across the board.
August 4, 2026 Top 25 Short Squeeze Candidates
| Rank | Symbol | Squeeze Score | SI % Float | Borrow Fee | Days to Cover | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | SPCX | 86.3 | — | — | 1.34 | |
| 6 | INDI | 82.1 | 33.2% | — | 11.68 | T |
| 8 | OCGN | 75.3 | 31.7% | — | 18.85 | T |
| 9 | RH | 75.1 | 42.3% | — | 7.39 | T |
| 10 | SVRA | 73.2 | 26.2% | — | 20.82 | T |
| 13 | WB | 70.2 | 20.7% | — | 20.76 | T |
| 14 | CSIQ | 70.2 | 37.7% | — | 6.79 | T |
| 15 | CHWY | 69.4 | 50.2% | — | 3.09 | T |
| 16 | TROW | 69.3 | 12.7% | — | 13.00 | T |
| 17 | LXRX | 68.4 | 12.5% | — | 12.03 | T |
| 19 | ASAN | 67.1 | 38.7% | — | 6.75 | T |
| 20 | XRX | 66.7 | 31.2% | — | 13.95 | T |
| 21 | EVGO | 66.6 | 31.3% | — | 14.14 | T |
| 22 | IBRX | 66.6 | 34.1% | — | 11.92 | T |
| 23 | TWST | 65.4 | 25.5% | — | 9.69 | T |
| 24 | PRAX | 64.6 | 15.7% | — | 9.21 | T |
| 25 | RNA | 64.1 | 22.8% | — | 17.71 | T |
| 26 | WDAY | 63.8 | 13.7% | — | 6.67 | T |
| 27 | VIR | 63.3 | 14.3% | — | 11.97 | T |
| 28 | SEDG | 63.3 | 17.9% | — | 5.06 | T |
| 29 | CRMD | 63.2 | 23.1% | — | 17.01 | T |
| 30 | NBIS | 63.0 | 29.0% | — | 3.51 | T |
| 31 | GME | 62.9 | 13.6% | — | 16.14 | T |
| 32 | NVAX | 61.9 | 31.0% | — | 11.43 | T |
| 33 | ARRY | 61.0 | 22.0% | — | 5.46 | T |
4. SPCX — Squeeze Score 86.3
SPCX tops the August 4, 2026 leaderboard with a score of 86.3. The data shows a float utilization of 58.7%, meaning more than half of the available trading float is currently held short. With only 1.34 days to cover and a price of $115.98, this is a tight-float setup where the short base is large relative to daily volume. Because SPCX is not on the FINRA threshold list today, a squeeze would require a sudden positive catalyst that forces holders to buy back their shares in a low-volume tape, rapidly driving up the $115.98 price.
6. INDI — Squeeze Score 82.1
INDI scores 82.1, backed by a short interest of 33.2% of float and 11.68 days to cover. Trading at $3.66, the stock is flagged on the FINRA threshold list, indicating that short-side volume has dominated recent trading sessions. The 5-day momentum sits at 13.4%, suggesting the stock is already moving against the shorts. If borrow availability tightens further, the 11.68 days to cover metric implies a prolonged and mechanically forced buying cycle to close out positions.
8. OCGN — Squeeze Score 75.3
OCGN carries a score of 75.3, driven by a 31.7% short interest and a massive 18.85 days to cover. The stock trades at $1.3018 and has 5-day momentum of 5.6%. As a threshold-listed name, OCGN exhibits sustained heavy short pressure. The combination of a low share price and an extended 18.85 days to cover means that any positive catalyst forcing covering would require significant time to clear, amplifying upward pressure on the $1.3018 price.
9. RH — Squeeze Score 75.1
RH posts a score of 75.1 with a 42.3% short interest and 7.39 days to cover. Trading at $187, RH is a higher-priced threshold-listed name with 5.9% momentum over the last 5 days. This is a high-SI setup in a liquid stock. If a positive catalyst forces covering, the 42.3% short interest represents a substantial portion of the float that must be bought back, creating a structural squeeze risk for shorts operating at the $187 price level.
10. SVRA — Squeeze Score 73.2
SVRA scores 73.2, featuring a 26.2% short interest and 20.82 days to cover. The stock trades at $5.80 with a 1.5% 5-day momentum and is flagged on the FINRA threshold list. The 20.82 days to cover is the highest among the top 5 names, indicating that short positions are deeply entrenched relative to average daily volume. If a catalyst forces covering, the extended days to cover figure ensures that unwinding these positions will require prolonged buying pressure.
Stocks Flagged on the FINRA Threshold List
The T flag indicates a symbol shows sustained heavy short pressure on the FINRA Consolidated NMS daily short-volume file, meaning more than 50% of recent volume was short-side. You can view the full scoring breakdown at our /methodology/short-squeeze-score page.
How the Score is Built
The Tapeboard short squeeze score is calculated using a weighted model: 35% SI%Float (FINRA), 25% Borrow Fee (IBKR), 20% Float Utilization, 15% Days to Cover, and 5% 5-day momentum (Schwab). Data is attributed solely to FINRA, IBKR, Schwab, and SEC. See the complete methodology at /methodology/short-squeeze-score.
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