Mapfre, S.A. (OTCMKTS:MPFRY) Short Interest Update

Mapfre, S.A. (OTCMKTS:MPFRY) was the target of a large increase in short interest in December. As of December 15th, there was short interest totaling 3,376 shares, an increase of 725.4% from the November 30th total of 409 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 1,369 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 2.5 days. Based on an average trading volume of 1,369 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 2.5 days.

Mapfre Stock Performance

Shares of Mapfre stock remained flat at $10.05 on Thursday. The stock’s 50 day moving average price is $9.36 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $8.84. Mapfre has a 12-month low of $5.06 and a 12-month high of $10.20.

Mapfre Dividend Announcement

The business also recently announced a dividend, which was paid on Monday, December 15th. Stockholders of record on Thursday, November 27th were paid a dividend of $0.0988 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, November 26th. This represents a dividend yield of 243.0%. Mapfre’s payout ratio is currently 35.86%.

Mapfre Company Profile

Mapfre is a Spanish‐based global insurance group offering a broad range of protection and assistance services. The company provides life, health, property and casualty, automobile, and agricultural insurance products, as well as reinsurance solutions and risk management services for both individual and corporate clients. Its service portfolio also includes assistance services such as roadside help, travel assistance, and home care, positioning the firm as a full‐service insurance partner.

Founded in 1933 and headquartered in Madrid, Mapfre has grown from a domestic insurer into a multi‐national organization.