US President Donald Trump has criticized short sellers, arguing that they are the only group failing to benefit from the current equity market rally.
In comments reported by Infomoney, the president contrasted the performance of short positions with the gains seen by banks and corporations, suggesting that bearish bets are out of step with the broader economic momentum.
Trump also addressed speculation regarding the ceremonial opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange.
He stated that he has no intention of returning the bell to the exchange, a reference to his recent high-profile appearance ringing the opening bells for both the NYSE and Nasdaq from the Oval Office.
The gesture was widely interpreted as an effort to visually cement the association between his administration and the ongoing market strength.
The remarks highlight the administration's continued focus on market sentiment as a key political metric.