A gamma squeeze occurs when heavy demand for call options forces market makers to buy the underlying stock to hedge, driving the price higher. This creates a feedback loop, attracting more buyers and amplifying upward momentum. Traders and speculators benefit from the rapid price surge, while short sellers face severe losses.
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