Why MediaCo Holding Stock Is Soaring

MediaCo Holding Inc. MDIA shares are trading higher Friday after an SEC filing showed Standard General L.P. reported a 95.2% stake in the company as of April 1.

The Details:

Standard General is a hedge fund controlled by Soohyung “Soo” Kim as its managing partner and CIO. 

MediaCo shares are racing higher on heavy trading volume as investors digest the report. According to data from Benzinga Pro, more than 46.5 million shares have already been traded in the session, compared to the stock’s 100-day average of slightly more than 575,000 shares.

MediaCo Holding has grabbed the interest of short-sellers with 19.54% of available shares being sold short which can contribute to large price moves when combined with heavy trading volume. 

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Whether to sell or hold a stock largely depends on an investor's strategy and risk tolerance. Swing traders may sell an outperforming stock to lock in a capital gain, while long-term investors might ride out the turbulence in anticipation of further share price growth.

Similarly, traders willing to minimize losses may sell a stock that falls a certain percentage, while long-term investors may see this as an opportunity to buy more shares at a discounted price.

Shares of MediaCo Holding have gained 289.85% year to date. This compares to the average annual return of -28.06%, meaning the stock has outperformed its historical averages. Investors can compare a stock's movement to its historical performance to gauge whether this is a normal movement or a potential trading opportunity.

Investors may also consider market dynamics. The Relative Strength Index can be used to indicate whether a stock is overbought or oversold. MediaCo Holding stock currently has an RSI of 93.41, indicating overbought conditions.

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MDIA Price Action: According to Benzinga Pro, MediaCo Holding shares are up 186% at $4.01 at the time of publication Friday.

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