Jim Cramer recently outlined his investment strategy, advising viewers to avoid buying full positions at once, maintain cash reserves, and refrain from panic-selling during market downturns. Despite these recommendations, a segment of traders continues to bet against his public market calls.
Tuttle Capital Management previously launched the Inverse Cramer Tracker ETF (SJIM) in March 2023, designed to short stocks recommended by Cramer. The fund closed in February 2024 with $2.4 million in assets under management, recording a 15% loss since its inception. A related bullish fund, the Long Cramer ETF (LJIM), shut down five months prior to SJIM.
Separately, Autopilot cofounder Chris Josephs created a portfolio on his trading app that mirrors the inverse of Cramer’s calls. According to Josephs, this portfolio has gained approximately 158% since its 2023 launch, compared to a 68% rise in the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust. As of March 2026, the portfolio managed $55 million in assets.
Discrepancies between Cramer's advice and actions have been noted in the crypto sector. Cramer previously sold his Bitcoin holdings citing concerns over quantum computing, while simultaneously advising a viewer to purchase the asset. This behavior has fueled the skepticism among traders who follow the Inverse Cramer strategy.
