Ashtead Group PLC (OTCMKTS:ASHTY – Get Free Report) saw a significant growth in short interest during the month of September. Zacks Research cut Ashtead Group from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Friday, September 26th. Jefferies Financial Group cut Ashtead Group from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research report on Thursday, September 11th. Get Ashtead Group alerts:Check Out Our Latest Analysis on ASHTYAshtead Group Price PerformanceASHTY stock opened at $269.34 on Friday. Ashtead Group Company Profile(Get Free Report)Ashtead Group plc, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the construction, industrial, and general equipment rental business in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada.