Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (OTCMKTS:EPWDF) Sees Large Growth in Short Interest

Electric Power Development Co., Ltd. (OTCMKTS:EPWDF) saw a large increase in short interest in April. As of April 30th, there was short interest totaling 505,909 shares, an increase of 227.3% from the April 15th total of 154,563 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 0 shares, the short-interest ratio is currently ∞ days.

Electric Power Development Price Performance

OTCMKTS:EPWDF remained flat at $15.39 during trading hours on Friday. Electric Power Development has a one year low of $14.60 and a one year high of $16.49. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $15.39 and its 200-day moving average price is $15.39.

Electric Power Development Company Profile

Electric Power Development Co, Ltd., commonly known as J-POWER, is a Japan-based independent power producer engaged primarily in the generation and sale of electricity. The company operates a diversified portfolio of thermal, hydroelectric, nuclear and renewable energy facilities, providing baseload and peak power to utilities and industrial customers. Its thermal power stations utilize coal, natural gas and oil, while its hydroelectric plants draw on river systems across Japan. In addition to conventional generation, J-POWER has expanded into wind, geothermal and biomass projects to support the transition to a lower-carbon energy mix.

Founded in 1952 and headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, J-POWER has grown from a domestic power generator into a global energy developer.