A margin call occurs when an investor’s brokerage demands additional funds or securities to cover potential losses on borrowed money used for trading. It protects lenders by ensuring collateral remains sufficient, while traders benefit from leveraged positions—but face forced asset sales if they fail to meet the call.
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