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Short Sellers Suddenly Decide 'Critical Technologies' Might Actually Be Critical

Aug 16, 2026
Summary
Who
Short sellers covering positions in Xtrackers US National Critical Technologies ETF
What
Short interest plummeted 52.8% in second half of July, from 17,445 to 8,236 shares
When
July 2026
Where
NYSE Arca

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