99 () posted 2 years ago by nothingberg 2 years ago by nothingberg +99 / -0 16 comments share 16 comments share save hide report block hide replies
Regular shorting is ok and can be used to sniff out bad companies. Naked shorting which is already illegal, is the issue. As creates counterfeit shares.
Shorts help prevent over valued stock that may have been part of a pump and dump scheme.