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The stock looks set to extend its dismal performance from last year, when it fell 27% against the 16% gain for the benchmark index.

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SoFi threatened legal action against Muddy Waters, calling its report “factually inaccurate and misleading,” while Muddy Waters remained defiant.

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SoFi, in turn, released a statement threatening legal action against the firm.

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“We intend to explore potential legal action against Muddy Waters for the factually inaccurate and misleading report they shared about our business today.”

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Short sellers benefit if a stock they’re betting against plunges, regardless of whether or not their report ends up being proven true.

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