A prime broker margin call occurs when a hedge fund’s account value drops below the required collateral threshold set by its prime broker. This demand forces the fund to deposit additional cash or securities to cover leveraged positions. It protects the broker from default losses while prompting funds to manage risk actively, benefiting both parties through maintained market stability.
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