Short Interest in Akzo Nobel (OTCMKTS:AKZOY) Rises By 3,200.0%

Akzo Nobel (OTCMKTS:AKZOY) was the recipient of a significant growth in short interest during the month of January. As of January 15th, there was short interest totalling 9,900 shares, a growth of 3,200.0% from the December 31st total of 300 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 467,800 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 0.0 days.

Akzo Nobel Price Performance

Shares of Akzo Nobel stock traded up $0.08 on Tuesday, hitting $21.21. 334,979 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 185,068. Akzo Nobel has a 1-year low of $18.73 and a 1-year high of $25.91. The company has a quick ratio of 0.89, a current ratio of 1.21 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.76. The stock has a market capitalization of $10.88 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.00, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 0.66 and a beta of 1.24. The company has a 50-day moving average price of $19.94 and a 200 day moving average price of $20.86.

About Akzo Nobel

Akzo Nobel N.V. engages in the production and sale of paints and coatings worldwide. The company operates through two segments: Decorative Paints and Performance Coatings. It offers decorative paints, including paints, lacquers, and varnishes; and a range of mixing machines and color concepts for the building and renovation industry, as well as specialty coatings.