Short Interest in QNB Corp. Declines by Nearly 20%

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QNB Corp. (OTCMKTS:QNBC), a regional financial holding company headquartered in Quakertown, Pennsylvania, saw a significant 19.8% decline in short interest on its stock in February. As of February 27th, there were 2,376 shares sold short, down from 2,961 shares on February 12th. This represents approximately 0.1% of the company's total shares outstanding.

Why it matters

The drop in short interest suggests investors are becoming less bearish on QNB Corp.'s stock prospects. With a short interest ratio of just 1.1 days based on average daily trading volume, it indicates short sellers are covering their positions, potentially due to an improved outlook for the regional bank.

The details

QNB Corp. operates through its principal subsidiary, QNB Bank, delivering a range of banking and financial services to individuals, small businesses, and institutions across southeastern Pennsylvania, northern Delaware, and parts of New Jersey. The company has grown both organically and through selective acquisitions since its founding in 1877 as Quakertown National Bank.

• As of February 27th, 2026, QNB Corp. had 2,376 shares sold short.
• On February 12th, 2026, QNB Corp. had 2,961 shares sold short.