Share Troll
A person who posts persistent negative comments about stocks and shares on boards and twitter.
This type of troll differs from regular trolls in that instead of attacking individuals, they directly target shareholders. They generally work in co-ordinated groups, have multiple identities and may be paid by a group of traders or a cartel. Their main objective is to spread malicious rumours in an attempt to get investors to sell their stock or create market volatility. There are several reasons for the emergence Share Troll activity but the main reason is to "shake out" investors in order to protect short positions. Trading rackets are known to protect their lucrative short positions by employing share trolls.
This type of troll differs from regular trolls in that instead of attacking individuals, they directly target shareholders. They generally work in co-ordinated groups, have multiple identities and may be paid by a group of traders or a cartel. Their main objective is to spread malicious rumours in an attempt to get investors to sell their stock or create market volatility. There are several reasons for the emergence Share Troll activity but the main reason is to "shake out" investors in order to protect short positions. Trading rackets are known to protect their lucrative short positions by employing share trolls.
This company share is under severe pressure at the moment due to market sentiment. Many share trolls are out in force tonight on bulletin boards trying to get shareholders to sell up.
Share Troll by Rod Clements September 7, 2016
