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What Is the Theoretical Maximum Loss When Writing a Naked Call Option?

The theoretical maximum loss when writing a naked call option is unlimited. This is because the price of the underlying asset has no theoretical upper limit.

If the asset's price increases indefinitely, the call writer is obligated to buy the asset at the ever-increasing market price to sell it at the fixed, lower strike price, resulting in an ever-growing loss.

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