Fortescue (FMG) Short Interest
Fortescue (ASX:FMG) had 3.08% of shares reported as short positions as of 24 Aug 2026, representing 94,789,950 shares. Fortescue operates in the Materials industry. Source: ASIC short position report (T+4 delay).
Source: official ASIC short position report, T+4 delay. Methodology · Disclaimer — not financial advice.
Fortescue
Fortescue is a leading integrated green technology, energy, and metals company based in Western Australia. It is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the materials sector, leveraging its expertise to deliver high returns to shareholders. The company is a pioneer in transitioning to green energy solutions, aiming to reduce its carbon footprint while maintaining robust production capabilities.
Short position
Fortescue (ASX:FMG) has 3.08% of its shares on issue reported as short positions as of 24 Aug 2026, or about 94,789,950 shares. Over the past 30 days that figure has risen 0.26 percentage points, and over 90 days it has risen 0.77 percentage points. Its highest recorded short interest was 12.50% in April 2015. FMG is classified in the Materials industry. All figures come from official ASIC short position reports, published with a four trading-day (T+4) delay.
Operations exposure
Western AustraliaMajority of operations (estimate)
Basis: Pilbara iron ore mines and ports
Coarse bands are AI estimates based on public company information.
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