Mapfre, S.A. (OTCMKTS:MPFRY) Short Interest Up 725.4% in December

Mapfre, S.A. (OTCMKTS:MPFRY) was the recipient of a significant 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 daily trading volume, of 1,369 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 2.5 days. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 1,369 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently 2.5 days.

Mapfre Trading Up 0.4%

Mapfre stock traded up $0.05 during mid-day trading on Wednesday, reaching $10.05. The company had a trading volume of 107 shares, compared to its average volume of 1,496. The stock’s 50-day simple moving average is $9.36 and its 200-day simple moving average is $8.84. Mapfre has a 1 year low of $5.06 and a 1 year high of $10.20.

Mapfre Dividend Announcement

The company also recently disclosed a dividend, which was paid on Monday, December 15th. Investors of record on Thursday, November 27th were paid a $0.0988 dividend. This represents a yield of 243.0%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Wednesday, November 26th. Mapfre’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 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.