Gamma Scalping

Trading around long gamma

What is Gamma Scalping?

Gamma Scalping Trading around a long gamma position by buying low and selling high as the underlying moves. Market makers gamma scalp continuously.

Complete Definition

Trading around a long gamma position by buying low and selling high as the underlying moves. Market makers gamma scalp continuously.

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