Description: (Investment manager known as founder of Kynikos Associates)
James Chanos is an American investment manager known for founding Kynikos Associates, a registered investment advisor in New York City specializing in short selling. With a focus on identifying overvalued stocks and making profit from their decline, Chanos has built a reputation in the finance industry. Additionally, he is a noted art collector and has shared his insights on art investment in media, such as appearing on the BBC Four documentary The Banker's Guide to Art.