Short Squeeze

The pharma stock that analysts bet against jumped by 177% in one day, causing billions in losses for short-sellers and forcing hedge funds to sell some of their best stocks. This happened following a successful cancer vaccine trial. But does it justify a $30 billion increase in value?

The crypto market recorded sharp gains following a move by the US Treasury Department, which led to a short squeeze and liquidations on an unusual scale within 24 hours.

The volume of bets against SpaceX stock has surged sharply. Elon Musk warns them repeatedly on X that they are playing with fire, but they are actually increasing their positions. What does this actually mean, and what could happen if the stock reverses?