5 Best 52-Week High Stocks to Invest In According to Short Sellers

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​1. Prudential plc (NYSE:PUK)

Short Float: 0.10%

Short Ratio: 1.49

52 Week Range: $22.14 –  $34.03

Current Share Price: $30.95

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 8

Prudential plc (NYSE:PUK) is one of the best 52-week high stocks to invest in, according to short sellers. On May 18, Prudential plc (NYSE:PUK) announced it has reached an agreement to acquire a 75% stake in Indian life insurer Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited.

The $389 million transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other regulatory closing conditions. The acquisition is part of Prudential’s strategic repositioning of its India operations. The acquisition brings together Prudential’s global insurance expertise and Bharti’s strong and growing local presence to serve the savings and protection needs of Indian consumers.

Prudential is to leverage the acquisition to enhance access to insurance products and services to customers in India as part of an effort to achieve insurance for all by 2047. The acquisition also positions the company to pursue growth opportunities in the Indian life insurance sector. Completion of the transaction will result in the consolidation of Prudential India operations into Bharti Life Insurance Company Limited and Prudential HCL Health Insurance Limited.

Prudential plc (NYSE:PUK) is a financial services group that provides life insurance, health insurance, and asset management services. Operating primarily across Asia and Africa, the company offers long-term savings, protection solutions, and wealth management to help individuals secure their financial futures.

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