ECD Automotive Design Short Interest Surges 844% in January

The automotive design firm saw a significant increase in short positions on its stock last month.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 11:55am

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ECD Automotive Design, Inc. (NASDAQ:ECDA) experienced a massive 844.2% increase in short interest during January, with short positions totaling 345,416 shares as of January 15th compared to just 36,582 shares at the end of December. The short-interest ratio currently stands at 0.1 days, indicating that approximately 30.4% of the company's shares are being shorted.

Why it matters

The sharp rise in short interest on ECD Automotive Design's stock suggests that investors are increasingly bearish on the company's prospects, potentially signaling concerns about its financial performance or future outlook. This could impact the stock price and raise questions about the company's long-term viability.

The details

According to the report, ECD Automotive Design is a full-service automotive design and engineering firm that specializes in concept development, color and trim, digital visualization, and physical prototyping. The company serves clients across North America, Europe, and Asia, collaborating on projects that range from concept research and design language exploration to detailed packaging and manufacturing feasibility.

  • As of January 15th, 2026, there was short interest totaling 345,416 shares.
  • This represents a 844.2% increase from the December 31st, 2025 total of 36,582 shares.

The players

ECD Automotive Design, Inc.

A full-service automotive design and engineering firm specializing in concept development, color and trim, digital visualization, and physical prototyping.

Weiss Ratings

A research firm that reissued a 'sell (e)' rating on shares of ECD Automotive Design.

Wall Street Zen

A research firm that raised ECD Automotive Design from a 'strong sell' rating to a 'hold' rating.

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