Tracking Jim Chanos’ Kynikos Portfolio – Q3 2018 Update


  • Jim Chanos’ 13F portfolio value increased from $160M to $191M this quarter. 
  • Kynikos dropped Toyota Motor (TM) and iShares Russell 2000 Index (IWM) during the quarter. 

Jim Chanos’ 13F portfolio value increased ~19% from $160M to $191M this quarter. Recent 13F reports show around 40 positions. As Kynikos is focused on short-selling, his long positions covered in the 13F are probably hedged. For an introduction to short-selling, check-out the book "Short Stories from the Stock Market: Uncovering Common Themes Behind Falling Stocks to Find Uncommon Short Ideas".

Below is a spreadsheet that shows the changes to Jim Chanos' Kynikos 13F portfolio holdings as of Q3 2018. To have an idea of how the holdings have progressed click on our previous update:




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