Palantir’s Record Quarter Sparks Debate: Growth Story or Overvalued Bet?
Palantir (PLTR -0.58%) delivered a seismic surprise with $1 billion in quarterly revenue—a first for the data analytics firm—coupled with a landmark $10 billion U.S. Army contract and surging commercial demand. The achievement has analysts whispering about a $200 price target, though skepticism lingers around its eye-watering 709 P/E ratio and execution risks.
Wall Street remains divided. Bulls see a defining growth narrative of the 2020s, while bears question whether Palantir can sustain its trajectory amid intensifying competition in AI-driven analytics. The stock’s performance as of September 9, 2025, reflects this tension, with volatility likely to persist as markets digest its dual identity: government contractor and enterprise software disruptor.
