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(Short positions allowed) Most say yes and others say no....Why??? anyone pls & tx
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Brazen
Super Contributor
Absolutely yes, Cents.
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cfm
Super Contributor
SFM will only allow a short SSF if they can borrow the underlying. If borrowing is not allowed, then short SSF is not allowed. Or something like that.
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Brazen
Super Contributor
Sorry cents, misunderstood your question.
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Tx guys.
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Sirah
Occasional Contributor
The issuer of SSF contract hedge the position by buying the underlying share. If it's difficult to find the share they won't allow short trades.
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