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Michael Burry

Michael Burry is an American investor and hedge fund manager known for his role in predicting the 2008 financial crisis. He gained fame for recognizing the housing bubble and betting against subprime mortgages through financial instruments called credit default swaps. Burry's story was widely popularized in the book and film "The Big Short." He is the founder of Scion Asset Management and is recognized for his analytical skills and long-term investment strategies. Burry is also known for his unique investment philosophy and occasional public commentary on markets and economic trends.