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In the first month of 2023, we saw some of the most beaten-down stocks in the market double or triple, and in some cases move by 50% or more in a single day. Many of these moves are likely caused by short squeezes, and in this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel discusses what short squeezes are, how they happen, and what to do if one happens with a stock you own.

*Stock prices used were the morning prices of Feb. 7, 2023. The video was published on Feb. 7, 2023.

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Matt Frankel, CFP®
Matt Frankel, CFP®, is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst specializing in the real estate and financial sectors. Prior to The Motley Fool, Matt taught high school and college mathematics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in physics from the University of South Carolina, a master’s degree in mathematics from Nova Southeastern University, and a graduate certificate in financial planning from Florida State University. He won a SABEW award for coverage of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. He is also regularly interviewed by Cheddar, Globe St, The National Desk, and other TV networks and publications for his real estate, financial, stock market, and investing expertise.
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Matthew Frankel, CFP® has no position in any of the stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends Silvergate Capital. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. Matthew Frankel is an affiliate of The Motley Fool and may be compensated for promoting its services. If you choose to subscribe through their link they will earn some extra money that supports their channel. Their opinions remain their own and are unaffected by The Motley Fool. 

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