Ocado builds robots and software that help deliver groceries online.

Jefferies has had a hold recommendation on Ocado since at least December 2021.

Shares out on loan, an indication of short interest, represent about 15% of Ocado's free float as of Tuesday, per S&P Global Market Intelligence.

Last week, The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) cleared Amazon's purchase of Roomba maker IRobot Corp (NASDAQ:IRBT).

iRobot designs and builds consumer robots, including robot vacuum cleaners sold under the 'Roomba' brand. The CMA has concluded that the deal would not hamper competition in the U.K.

Price Action: AMZN shares traded higher by 0.34% at $125.25 premarket on the last check Thursday.