Palantir Technologies Stock Surged 150%, Here’s Why
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock skyrocketed nearly 1.5x, fueled by soaring revenue and profit margins, a buzzworthy AI platform, and major government deals. But with valuations stretched and partnerships heating up, the real story behind this surge is just getting started.
Below is an analytical breakdown of stock movement into key contributing metrics.
| 12032024 | 12032025 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock Price ($) | 71.0 | 175.8 | 147.8% |
| Change Contribution By | LTM | LTM | |
| Total Revenues ($ Mil) | 2,646.3 | 3,896.2 | 47.2% |
| Net Income Margin (%) | 18.0% | 28.1% | 56.1% |
| P/E Multiple | 335.0 | 381.5 | 13.9% |
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 2,250.0 | 2,377.2 | -5.7% |
| Cumulative Contribution | 147.0% |
So what is happening here? The stock surged 148%, driven by a 47% boost in revenue, a 56% rise in net margin, and a 14% lift in the P/E multiple. Let’s explore the key moves behind these gains.
Here Is Why Palantir Technologies Stock Moved
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- Strong Earnings & Outlook: PLTR consistently beat earnings and raised 2025 guidance across Q4’24, Q1’25, Q2’25, Q3’25 reports.
- AI Platform (AIP) Demand: Surging demand for Palantir’s AI Platform (AIP) drove significant U.S. commercial revenue growth.
- Major Government Contracts: Secured and expanded key government contracts, including Army Vantage and Maven Smart System.
- High Valuation Concerns: Despite strong results, high valuation led to stock volatility and analyst caution.
- Strategic Partnerships: Formed alliances with Accenture Federal Services and Deloitte to expand AI adoption.
Our Current Assesment Of PLTR Stock
Opinion: We currently find PLTR stock attractive but volatile. Why so? Have a look at the full story. Read Buy or Sell PLTR Stock to see what drives our current opinion.
Risk: A simple way to gauge Palantir’s risk is by checking its biggest drops in past crises. During the Covid pandemic, it fell about 22%, which is noticeable but not extreme. The bigger hit came during the inflation shock, where the stock plunged roughly 85% from peak to trough. Even with solid fundamentals and growth potential, these kinds of swings show Palantir is far from immune when the market turns. Risk is real, and sharp selloffs can happen despite any positives.
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