S&P 500 Call Options Trading Volume Hits Record $2.6 Trillion Amid Retail Frenzy

According to PANews, the trading volume of S&P 500 call options has reached a record high of $2.6 trillion. This surge is driven by a frenzy among retail investors, leading to a gamma squeeze that forces market makers to buy stocks, subsequently pushing the index higher. The situation raises concerns about a potential market bubble, with risks of a sharp downturn if the bubble bursts.