Palantir Is Down 27% — And I’m Not Selling

Palantir Is Down 27% — And I’m Not Selling

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Despite market volatility and geopolitical fears causing a recent dip, the speaker argues Palantir presents a significant opportunity, not a warning. While many see a high-risk, expensive stock, the real story is its increasing business relevance. Palantir's software is mission-critical for making faster, better decisions from messy data in high-stakes environments, proven by its use in defense but with broader commercial upside. The company boasts elite financials: 70% revenue growth (137% US commercial), strong profitability (41% GAAP operating margin, 56% free cash flow margin), and an "absurd" Rule of 40 at 127. These numbers demonstrate real AI monetization, not just hype. The speaker contends that a high PE is typical for major growth winners (like Google, Amazon) in their early stages, and Palantir's metrics justify its premium. Investors should separate stock noise from business strength, recognize Palantir's unique utility in the AI stack, and practice disciplined position sizing, as fear alone isn't a reason to sell a fundamentally strong, growing business.