Most Shorted Stocks Today: August 5, 2026 — Top 25 Squeeze Candidates
The most shorted stocks on August 5, 2026 are led by SVRA at a squeeze score of 92.2, with heavy short interest concentrated in small-cap names flagged on the FINRA threshold list.
August 5, 2026 Top 25 Short Squeeze Candidates
On August 5, 2026, the most shorted stocks leaderboard is topped by SVRA, which holds a Tapeboard squeeze score of 92.2 and a short interest of 26.2% of its free float. The broader market pattern today shows extreme short interest concentration in small- and mid-cap names, with 24 of the top 25 names flagged on the FINRA threshold list. Borrow fee data is currently null across the board, meaning the squeeze score is driven primarily by structural short pressure, days to cover, and float utilization rather than stock-loan costs.
| Rank | Symbol | Squeeze Score | SI % Float | Borrow Fee | Days to Cover | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | SVRA | 92.2 | 26.2% | — | 20.82 | T |
| 7 | XRX | 85.4 | 31.2% | — | 13.95 | T |
| 8 | OCGN | 83.4 | 31.7% | — | 18.85 | T |
| 9 | BTDR | 81.9 | 45.0% | — | 6.07 | T |
| 13 | RH | 79.4 | 42.3% | — | 7.39 | T |
| 14 | CSIQ | 78.9 | 37.7% | — | 6.79 | T |
| 15 | CRMD | 76.9 | 23.1% | — | 17.01 | T |
| 16 | IBRX | 76.5 | 34.1% | — | 11.92 | T |
| 17 | EVGO | 75.8 | 31.3% | — | 14.14 | T |
| 18 | NBIS | 75.5 | 29.0% | — | 3.51 | T |
| 19 | MIRM | 74.9 | 13.9% | — | 10.59 | T |
| 20 | CHWY | 74.6 | 50.2% | — | 3.09 | T |
| 21 | SNDX | 73.9 | 26.1% | — | 9.83 | T |
| 22 | WB | 73.6 | 20.7% | — | 20.76 | T |
| 23 | SPCE | 71.1 | 40.0% | — | 3.02 | T |
| 24 | UPST | 70.8 | 31.8% | — | 7.13 | T |
| 25 | SEDG | 70.7 | 17.9% | — | 5.06 | T |
| 26 | WDAY | 70.4 | 13.7% | — | 6.67 | T |
| 27 | PLAY | 70.3 | 42.4% | — | 7.94 | T |
| 28 | TE | 69.3 | 25.1% | — | 1.46 | |
| 29 | LXRX | 69.3 | 12.5% | — | 12.03 | T |
| 30 | INDI | 69.3 | 33.2% | — | 11.68 | T |
6. SVRA — Squeeze Score 92.2
SVRA tops the August 5, 2026 leaderboard with a squeeze score of 92.2. The stock has a short interest of 26.2% of its free float and float utilization of 26.2%. With a price of $5.51 and 5-day momentum of 4.36%, this is a classic threshold-flagged momentum setup. The critical metric here is the 20.82 days to cover, indicating that shorts would need over three weeks of average trading volume to unwind their positions. If a positive catalyst forces covering, the slow covering process combined with the FINRA threshold flag could trigger a sharp short squeeze.
7. XRX — Squeeze Score 85.4
XRX holds a squeeze score of 85.4, driven by a 31.2% short interest as a fraction of float and 31.2% float utilization. Trading at $3.25, the stock has exhibited 5-day momentum of 18.94%. This is a high-SI threshold-flagged setup with 13.95 days to cover. The elevated short interest suggests significant bearish positioning. If borrow availability tightens further, the mechanical pressure of shorts needing to buy back shares over the 13.95-day covering window could force rapid price appreciation.
8. OCGN — Squeeze Score 83.4
OCGN registers a squeeze score of 83.4, with short interest representing 31.7% of its float and float utilization at 31.7%. Trading at $1.29, the stock shows 5-day momentum of 7.56% and requires 18.85 days to cover. This is a low-priced, high-SI setup with a borrow fee currently reported as null. The combination of a low share price and an 18.85-day cover window means any sudden volume spike could disproportionately impact the stock. If a positive catalyst forces covering, the illiquid price band could amplify the squeeze mechanics.
9. BTDR — Squeeze Score 81.9
BTDR scores 81.9 on the squeeze board, heavily influenced by a 45.0% short interest as a fraction of float and 45.0% float utilization. Trading at $11.23, the stock has 5-day momentum of 24.27% and 6.07 days to cover. This is a high-SI, high-momentum threshold setup. The intense 45.0% float utilization means the available lendable supply is highly constrained. If borrow availability tightens further, the lack of share supply could trigger forced buy-ins.
13. RH — Squeeze Score 79.4
RH posts a squeeze score of 79.4, backed by 42.3% short interest as a fraction of float and 42.3% float utilization. Trading at $196.04 with 5-day momentum of 10.88%, the stock requires 7.39 days to cover. This is a high-SI mega-cap threshold setup. The deep short interest combined with a high share price means significant dollar-value is parked short. If a positive catalyst forces covering, the capital outflow required to close positions could drive sustained upward pressure.
Stocks Flagged on the FINRA Threshold List
The "T" column indicates that 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. This FINRA threshold flag is triggered when short volume divided by total volume exceeds 0.5 within the last 7 trading days. You can read the full scoring breakdown at our /methodology/short-squeeze-score page.
How the Score is Built
The Tapeboard squeeze score is a composite metric weighted across five primary data points: 35% SI%Float (FINRA), 25% Borrow Fee (IBKR), 20% Float Utilization, 15% Days to Cover, and 5% 5-day momentum (Schwab). All data is sourced strictly from FINRA, IBKR, Schwab, and SEC reporting. For a complete breakdown of how each component factors into the final score, refer to the /methodology/short-squeeze-score documentation.
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