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Avis Budget shares touch record high as short squeeze hammers bearish bets

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Avis Budget shares hit a record high and have quadrupled so far in April, driven by a short squeeze that is inflicting steep losses on investors betting against the stock. The move reflects extreme positioning and momentum rather than a fundamental update, but it is still likely to be highly relevant for the stock.

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Avis Budget shares hit a record high and have quadrupled so far in April, driven by a short squeeze that is inflicting steep losses on investors betting against the stock. The move reflects extreme positioning and momentum rather than a fundamental update, but it is still likely to be highly relevant for the stock.

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