S4 Capital plc (OTCMKTS:SCPPF) Short Interest Down 93.2% in January

S4 Capital plc (OTCMKTS:SCPPF) saw a significant decline in short interest in January. As of January 15th, there was short interest totaling 107,224 shares, a decline of 93.2% from the December 31st total of 1,586,552 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 34,992 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 3.1 days. Based on an average daily volume of 34,992 shares, the short-interest ratio is presently 3.1 days.

S4 Capital News Roundup

Here are the key news stories impacting S4 Capital this week:

• Positive Sentiment: S4 reported 2025 trading ahead of market estimates, citing revenue and profit outcomes above expectations — a direct catalyst for the rally. Reuters: S4 Capital reports 2025 trading above market estimates
• Positive Sentiment: Coverage notes the company will beat its recently downgraded guidance, prompting sharp buying interest from investors reassessing downside risk. WSJ: S4 Capital Shares Soar After Performance Set to Beat Revised Guidance
• Positive Sentiment: Market reports highlight improved liquidity and lower net debt commentary, which supports valuation and reduces balance-sheet risk. SharePrices: Shares in S4 Capital surge on better than forecast trading, lower debt
• Positive Sentiment: Multiple outlets report the earnings/performance beat and improved guidance, creating broad positive press that likely amplified buying. MarketWatch: S4 Capital Earnings Beat Revised Forecasts
• Positive Sentiment: Short interest plunged in January — short positions fell about 93% to ~107k shares as of Jan 15, leaving a short-interest ratio near 3.1 days — indicating significant short covering that can pressure the stock higher.
• Positive Sentiment: Coverage frames the update as “less gloomy” than prior warnings, helping the stock recover from prior lows and prompting momentum buying. MSN: S4 Capital shares bounce back on less gloomy outlook
• Neutral Sentiment: Trading volume today is very light versus its average, which can exaggerate price moves; investors should note limited liquidity when sizing positions.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

Separately, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reiterated a “hold” rating on shares of S4 Capital in a report on Tuesday. One analyst has rated the stock with a Hold rating, Based on data from MarketBeat.com, S4 Capital has a consensus rating of “Hold”.

S4 Capital Stock Performance

SCPPF traded up $0.00 on Tuesday, hitting $0.39. 191 shares of the company were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 17,531. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $0.25 and its 200-day moving average is $0.28. S4 Capital has a 12 month low of $0.20 and a 12 month high of $0.49.

S4 Capital Company Profile

S4 Capital plc is a global digital advertising and marketing services company specializing in data-driven creative solutions, media buying, and programmatic advertising. Founded in 2018 by Sir Martin Sorrell, the firm was established with the aim of disrupting traditional advertising models by integrating cutting-edge technology with creative content production. Its network of agencies delivers end-to-end marketing services tailored to clients’ evolving digital needs.

The company’s core offerings span creative content development, media strategy and planning, performance marketing, data analytics and insight, and digital transformation consultancy.