Most shorted UK energy stocks
Oil, gas, coal, uranium, renewables and energy technology. 12 classified United Kingdom companies, ranked by disclosed short positions as of 25 Aug 2026. Sector average 4.74%.
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| # | Company | Short % | 20d (pp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CERES POWER HOLDINGS PLC | 11.87% | +2.84 |
| 2 | YELLOW CAKE PLC | 10.10% | +1.36 |
| 3 | Metlen Energy & Metals Plc | 8.74% | – |
| 4 | Diversified Energy Company | 6.71% | +0.62 |
| 5 | ENERGEAN PLC | 5.61% | – |
| 6 | TULLOW OIL PLC | 2.55% | – |
| 7 | ITM Power PLC | 2.53% | – |
| 8 | HUNTING PLC | 2.40% | – |
| 9 | AFC ENERGY PLC | 2.34% | – |
| 10 | SERICA ENERGY PLC | 2.28% | – |
| 11 | SHELL PLC | 1.27% | – |
| 12 | Harbour Energy PLC | 0.50% | – |
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Sector buckets are our own coarse editorial classification, not the licensed GICS or ICB schemes; only classified companies appear here. "20d" is the percentage-point change over 20 trading days. Figures are official FCA disclosures, see the methodology.