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Stop Getting Squeezed on Small-Cap Shorts
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Everything you need to make informed short-selling decisions before the market opens. Subscribers receive our research first — before we post on X — plus in-depth intraday coverage that never makes it to social media.
Squeeze Risk Scores
Every gapper rated 0-100% based on short interest, float size, days to cover, and borrow availability.
Catalyst Analysis
We dig into SEC filings, news, and social sentiment to identify real vs. fake catalysts.
Dilution Alerts
S-3 shelf registrations, ATM offerings, and warrant exercises flagged before they trap you.
Sector Trends
Daily analysis of what's moving in small caps — Chinese ADRs, biotech, SPACs, and more.
Track Record
4 PM recap shows how our morning predictions played out. Full transparency on accuracy.
Foreign Security Warnings
Chinese ADRs and foreign issuers clearly flagged. These often carry additional regulatory and liquidity risk.
Nasdaq Delist Risk
Stocks under $5M market cap flagged for potential delisting under the new 30-day threshold rules.
X / Twitter Updates
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Market Sentiment Score
Daily small-cap sentiment indicator (0-100) based on gap strength vs. historical averages. Know when the tape shifts from fear to greed.
Sample Newsletters
See exactly what lands in your inbox — real examples from recent editions.
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Small Cap Market Sentiment
Based on avg gap % vs 5-day average
GREED
Rising 3 days
Context: Elevated sentiment suggests extended moves — be selective on shorts and watch for profit-taking.
Top Pre-Market Gappers
| Ticker | Gap | Float | SI% | Fade % | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $NAMI | +115% | N/A | 0.08% | 85% | SHORT |
| $CAST | +157% | 16.5M | 0.68% | 80% | SHORT |
| $DOCS | +120% | 124M | 16.68% | 55% | WAIT |
| $QURE | +70% | 56.6M | 19.62% | 30% | AVOID |
Best SHORT Setups
NAMI (85% fade) — Chinese ADR, no news, 0.08% short interest. Classic pump & dump profile. Short on the first red candle.
CAST (80% fade) — Extended 157% with minimal short interest. Wait for a VWAP rejection.
Illustrative examples from past editions. Not investment advice.
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