Short Interest in Lindsay Corporation Rises by 21.9%

Approximately 4.3% of the company's shares are now sold short

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Lindsay Corporation (NYSE:LNN), a manufacturer of agricultural irrigation and infrastructure products, saw a significant increase in short interest in February. As of February 13th, there was short interest totaling 436,771 shares, an increase of 21.9% from the January 29th total of 358,303 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 76,704 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 5.7 days, indicating that it would take nearly a week for short sellers to cover their positions.

Why it matters

The rise in short interest suggests that some investors are betting against the company's performance, potentially due to concerns about factors such as market conditions, competition, or the company's financial outlook. This could impact the stock price and trading activity, and may also indicate increased volatility in the near future.

The details

Lindsay Corporation is a U.S.-based manufacturer of agricultural irrigation and infrastructure products, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. The company is known for its Zimmatic brand of center pivot and lateral-move irrigation systems, which feature advanced controls, precision sprinklers, and automated monitoring technology to help growers optimize water use, improve crop yields, and enhance sustainability.

  • As of February 13th, 2026, there was short interest totaling 436,771 shares.
  • This represents a 21.9% increase from the January 29th total of 358,303 shares.

The players

Lindsay Corporation

A U.S.-based manufacturer of agricultural irrigation and infrastructure products, headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.

State Street Corp

An institutional investor that owns 473,772 shares of Lindsay Corporation, representing a 5.6% increase during the 2nd quarter.

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What they’re saying

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— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

The takeaway

The rise in short interest in Lindsay Corporation suggests that some investors are betting against the company's performance, which could impact the stock price and trading activity. This highlights the need for investors to closely monitor market trends and company fundamentals when making investment decisions.