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

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

Mapfre Trading Up 0.4%

OTCMKTS MPFRY traded up $0.05 during trading hours on Wednesday, hitting $10.05. 107 shares of the stock were exchanged, compared to its average volume of 1,496. Mapfre has a 12-month low of $5.06 and a 12-month high of $10.20. The stock has a 50-day moving average of $9.36 and a 200 day moving average of $8.84.

Mapfre Announces Dividend

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