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Short Build Up

Short build up describes conditions suggesting that new short exposure is being added to a derivatives market. It is generally inferred using open interest alongside price, funding, volume and other positioning data.

Why it matters to you

Price falling while OI increases may be consistent with new short exposure entering the market. But OI itself does not identify which side initiated the new positioning. Additional context is required.

Terms that sit next to this one

Position Build Up
Open Interest
Short Position
Funding Rate
Volume

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