easyJet plc (OTCMKTS:ESYJY) Sees Large Decrease in Short Interest

easyJet plc (OTCMKTS:ESYJYGet Free Report) saw a significant decrease in short interest in January. As of January 15th, there was short interest totalling 18,300 shares, a decrease of 5.2% from the December 31st total of 19,300 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 5,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 3.7 days.

easyJet Stock Down 1.3 %

easyJet stock opened at $6.27 on Tuesday. The firm’s fifty day moving average is $6.77 and its 200 day moving average is $6.48. easyJet has a 52-week low of $5.22 and a 52-week high of $7.73.

easyJet Increases Dividend

The firm also recently declared a dividend, which will be paid on Wednesday, March 26th. Investors of record on Friday, February 21st will be paid a dividend of $0.1549 per share. This is an increase from easyJet’s previous dividend of $0.06. The ex-dividend date is Friday, February 21st. easyJet’s dividend payout ratio is presently 38.46%.

About easyJet

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easyJet plc operates as a low-cost airline carrier in Europe. The company engages in the provision of holiday packages; aircraft trading and leasing activities; development of building projects; financing and insurance business; and tour operator activities. easyJet plc was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Luton, the United Kingdom.

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