Traders Still Shorting Tesla as it Begins Trading on S&P

Traders Still Shorting Tesla as it Begins Trading on S&P

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The video discusses the significant changes in Tesla's short positions over the year, highlighting a massive short squeeze and the challenges faced by short sellers. It explores the impact of Tesla's inclusion in the S&P 500 and the dynamics of the stock market. The discussion also touches on the role of data in understanding market trends and the recent SPAC explosion, providing insights into future market outlooks.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Tesla shorts have been covered year to date?

85%

62%

50%

75%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the analyst refer to the situation as during the last discussion in August?

An unexpected downturn

A typical market fluctuation

The mother of all short squeezes

A minor correction

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current value of the remaining shorts in Tesla?

$30 billion

$25 billion

$35 billion

$20 billion

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge for short sellers in the derivative market?

Predictable trends

Stable stock prices

High premiums

Low volatility

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the belief of some investors regarding Tesla's market situation?

It's undervalued

It's overregulated

It's a bubble created by Elon Musk

It's a stable market

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factor affects the weighting of a company in the S&P 500?

Number of employees

Market cap minus float

CEO's reputation

Total revenue

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of data companies in the market according to the discussion?

To predict stock prices

To improve information accuracy

To offer financial advice

To provide entertainment