Core Insights - Under Armour Inc (NYSE:UAA) shares increased by 0.5% to $5.45 following Fairfax Financial Holdings' increase in ownership stake to nearly 42 million shares, representing about 22% of the company [1] Stock Performance - The stock has struggled since an 18% bear gap in early August but has risen approximately 32% since its 15-year low of $4.13 on November 20, 2025 [2] - UAA has finished higher in nine of the last ten trading sessions and is currently facing long-term pressure at the 200-day moving average, which it surpassed earlier today [2] Short Interest and Analyst Ratings - Short interest remains high with a 29.22% short interest to float ratio, indicating potential for a short squeeze; it would take nearly six days to cover the 55.05 million shares sold short [4] - Analyst ratings show three analysts recommending the stock as a "buy" or better, while 22 rate it "hold" or worse, suggesting potential for upgrades [4] Options Activity - Options trading is active, with 3,067 calls exchanged, which is double the intraday average volume; the most active contract is the January 6 call, followed by the January 2027 22.5-strike call [5]
Under Armour Stock Rises After Fairfax Boosts Stake