Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. (OTCMKTS:ASBRF) Sees Large Growth in Short Interest

Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. (OTCMKTS:ASBRFGet Free Report) was the recipient of a significant increase in short interest during the month of August. As of August 31st, there was short interest totaling 10,211,857 shares, an increase of 83.3% from the August 15th total of 5,571,210 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 740 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 13,799.8 days.

Asahi Group Stock Performance

Shares of OTCMKTS:ASBRF opened at $11.00 on Wednesday. Asahi Group has a 52-week low of $8.83 and a 52-week high of $13.32. The company has a 50-day simple moving average of $10.14 and a 200 day simple moving average of $9.94.

Asahi Group Company Profile

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Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Japan-based beverage and food company best known for its brewing operations, including the flagship Asahi Super Dry beer. The company’s core activities span brewing, soft drinks, distilled spirits and food products. Through its primary operating subsidiaries—Asahi Breweries, Ltd., Asahi Soft Drinks Co, Ltd. and Asahi Food & Healthcare Co, Ltd.—Asahi Group offers a diverse portfolio that includes lagers, craft-style beers, carbonated beverages, juices, ready-to-drink teas and health-oriented food products.

The origins of Asahi Group date back to 1889 when Osaka Beer Co commenced operations in Osaka, Japan.

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