Henkel AG & Co. (OTCMKTS:HENKY) Short Interest Update

Henkel AG & Co. (OTCMKTS:HENKY) saw a large increase in short interest in August. As of August 15th, there was short interest totaling 59,900 shares, anincreaseof52.8% from the July 31st total of 39,200 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 149,200 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 0.4 days. Based on an average trading volume of 149,200 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 0.4 days.

Henkel AG & Co. Stock Up 1.2%

Shares of HENKY traded up $0.24 during trading hours on Monday, hitting $20.04. The stock had a trading volume of 79,060 shares, compared to its average volume of 124,249. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.09, a quick ratio of 0.93 and a current ratio of 1.21. The firm has a 50 day simple moving average of $18.68 and a 200-day simple moving average of $18.30. Henkel AG & Co. has a 1-year low of $16.54 and a 1-year high of $21.37.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

Several equities analysts have recently issued reports on the stock. Barclays upgraded shares of Henkel AG & Co. from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 15th. Zacks Research downgraded Henkel AG & Co. from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Monday, August 18th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, one has issued a Buy rating and one has issued a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Buy”.

Henkel AG & Co. Company Profile

Henkel AG & Co KGaA, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the adhesive technologies and beauty care, and laundry and home care businesses worldwide. It operates in two segments, Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands segments. The company offers adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings for various business areas, including packaging and consumer goods; mobility and electronics; and craftsmen, construction, and professional industries.