Shortsellers take aim at manufacturing in June amid supply chain stress, Hazeltree data shows

In June, global hedge funds increased bearish positioning in manufacturing stocks, according to Hazeltree data. The shift is tied to rising worries that renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt supply chains. This positioning suggests investors are bracing for potential margin and production headwinds in manufacturing.

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In June, global hedge funds increased bearish positioning in manufacturing stocks, according to Hazeltree data. The shift is tied to rising worries that renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt supply chains. This positioning suggests investors are bracing for potential margin and production headwinds in manufacturing.