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Palantir’s Soaring Results Collide With a Lofty Valuation

The shares trade at valuation multiples that leave little room for disappointment.

Overview

  • Palantir’s stock has climbed roughly 1,740% over five years, recently setting new highs.
  • Second‑quarter revenue reached $1 billion, up 48% year over year on accelerating generative‑AI adoption.
  • U.S. commercial revenue grew 93% as more enterprises implemented the company’s data and AI tools.
  • Net income rose 144% to $328.6 million, underscoring a shift to meaningful profitability.
  • Valuation multiples are extreme—P/E near 623, forward P/E about 217, and price‑to‑sales around 136—leading some investors to stay cautious and flagging competitive threats such as Salesforce.