Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (OTCMKTS:EPWDF) Short Interest Up 138.7% in July

Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (OTCMKTS:EPWDF) was the recipient of a large increase in short interest in the month of July. As of July 15th, there was short interest totaling 137,352 shares, an increase of 138.7% from the June 30th total of 57,542 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 0 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently ∞ days.

Electric Power Development Stock Performance

Shares of OTCMKTS EPWDF opened at $15.39 on Tuesday. Electric Power Development has a 52 week low of $14.60 and a 52 week high of $16.49. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $15.39 and its 200 day moving average is $15.39.

About Electric Power Development

Electric Power Development Co, Ltd., commonly known as J-POWER, is a Japan-based independent power producer engaged primarily in the generation and sale of electricity. The company operates a diversified portfolio of thermal, hydroelectric, nuclear and renewable energy facilities, providing baseload and peak power to utilities and industrial customers. Its thermal power stations utilize coal, natural gas and oil, while its hydroelectric plants draw on river systems across Japan. In addition to conventional generation, J-POWER has expanded into wind, geothermal and biomass projects to support the transition to a lower-carbon energy mix.

Founded in 1952 and headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, J-POWER has grown from a domestic power generator into a global energy developer.