Net Short Position
Definition
The overall short exposure calculated by netting long positions against short positions in the same security. Australia uses net short position reporting under ASIC Regulatory Guide 196, meaning only the net directional exposure is reported, not the gross short position.
Related Terms
Short Position
The number of shares of a particular stock that have been sold short but not yet covered or closed out. On the ASX, significant short positions must be reported to ASIC.
ASIC
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission - Australia's corporate regulator. ASIC collects and publishes aggregated short position reports from market participants.
Reporting Threshold
Market participants must report short positions to ASIC when they exceed $100,000 or 0.01% of the company's issued capital, whichever is less.
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