Michael Burry shorts Nvidia, bets on 2 software stocks in AI reversal

Michael Burry of ‘The Big Short’ fame is betting against the artificial intelligence boom, placing new shorts on Nvidia and Palantir while buying at least two legacy software makers.

Burry, known for his prescient bet against the 2008 housing market, views the valuation of AI-linked stocks as "stretched relative to fundamentals," according to recent disclosures and commentary.

His firm, Scion Asset Management, initiated a direct short position on Palantir and expanded bearish bets to include Nvidia, semiconductor ETFs, and the Nasdaq 100. The move reverses previous bullish tech stances, including a full exit from GameStop, as he pivots to long positions in software firms Adobe and Autodesk.

The move positions Burry as a high-profile counterweight to the market's AI enthusiasm that has added over $1 trillion to Nvidia's market cap in the last year. The trades suggest a bet that capital will rotate from high-flying AI names back to established software companies whose valuations have lagged.

The bearish stance on semiconductors is comprehensive, extending beyond individual names to the broader sector. By shorting thematic ETFs, Burry is wagering on a sector-wide repricing rather than just company-specific weakness. The portfolio also maintains bearish exposure to other high-growth tech names, including Tesla and Meta Platforms, reinforcing a defensive macro view.

Burry's public disclosures could increase short-term selling pressure on Nvidia, Palantir, and related AI stocks as his followers may seek to replicate the trades. Investors will now watch quarterly 13F filings to see if Scion maintains or expands these positions in the coming months.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.