Lucid Group’s Short Interest Soars to 54.5%, Highest Among Large-Cap Stocks
Lucid Group had a short interest of 54.51% as of Dec. 29, 2025, the highest among stocks with market caps above $2 billion and free floats over 5 million shares. The extreme level of short selling underscores deep bearish sentiment and raises the potential for a sudden, high-volatility short squeeze.
1. LCID Among the Most Heavily Shorted Stocks with 54.51% Interest
As of December 29, data from Benzinga Pro shows Lucid Group, Inc. with 54.51% of its free float sold short, making it the most heavily shorted stock among companies with market capitalizations above $2 billion. Such elevated short interest indicates a strong conviction among institutional traders that Lucid’s valuation remains disconnected from its current production output and revenue trajectory. Investors monitoring Lucid should note that over half of available shares are currently in short positions, setting the stage for extreme volatility should any positive catalysts emerge—such as improved delivery numbers, partnerships for battery supply, or better-than-expected quarterly results. Given Lucid’s cash burn rate of approximately $700 million per quarter and its target to double vehicle production in 2026, the high short interest underscores skepticism about the company’s ability to achieve profitable scale before needing additional capital.