Tue Mar 04 21:00:00 UTC 2025: ## CNBC’s Cramer Slams ChatGPT, Praises Home Depot (HD) in Latest Squawk Box Appearance
**NEW YORK** – Jim Cramer, the outspoken CNBC personality, took aim at ChatGPT during a recent appearance on “Squawk on the Street,” calling the AI chatbot “dumb” and “more stupid than Alexa.” Cramer recounted instances where ChatGPT provided inaccurate information, including a drastically flawed calculation of Meta’s return since its IPO. While admitting to previously using ChatGPT for stock research, he declared the tool unreliable and too time-consuming to fact-check effectively.
The segment also included a heartfelt tribute to the late Gene Hackman, whom Cramer described as a “quiet genius” and a close friend. Cramer shared anecdotes from their relationship, highlighting Hackman’s humility and contrasting their respective film preferences.
Turning to market concerns, Cramer addressed US-China trade tensions, acknowledging ongoing uncertainty about the Biden administration’s policies and their impact on various companies. He specifically mentioned the complexities surrounding restrictions on sales to China.
Among the stocks Cramer discussed, Home Depot (HD) ranked seventh on a list compiled by Insider Monkey. While acknowledging Home Depot’s resilience, particularly its performance following natural disasters, Cramer noted the company’s reluctance to publicly celebrate such gains. The article highlighted Home Depot’s recent positive same-store sales growth, exceeding analyst expectations. However, the Insider Monkey report ultimately favored AI stocks over HD, suggesting greater potential returns in that sector. The full list of stocks discussed, along with a hedge fund analysis, is available in the original report.
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