What is the margin requirement for shorting stocks under $2.50?

Short positions for symbols trading below $2.50 are generally subject to a minimum margin requirement of $2.50 per share.

Important:

• Trading between 4:00 AM to 4:00 PM ET = $2.50 per share
• Trading between 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET = $5.00 per share
• Overnight maintenance of the short position = $2.50 per share

Margin requirements may change at any time based on factors such as:

• Volatility
• Low float
• Concentration risk
• Other applicable risk controls