Palantir Just Made Company History. Is the Stock a Buy?
Palantir's business is booming, but I'm concerned about the stock.
Palantir (PLTR -2.11%) achieved a significant milestone in its latest earnings report, as its U.S. commercial revenue surpassed U.S. government revenue for the first time. This transition from a government-centric business to a more diversified customer base could be viewed positively, as it spreads risk among different clients unaffected by government budget changes.
However, the company's stock remains a topic of debate. In Q3, Palantir's revenue surged to $2.3 billion, representing a 96% year-over-year increase, surpassing analysts' expectations. The company's strong net income margin of 49% in Q3 highlights its profitability, but the stock price is a concern. Palantir's shares are trading at an expensive valuation of 110 times this year's earnings estimates and 76 times next year's.
This high valuation is unusual, especially considering other AI investments trading at lower multiples. Despite Palantir's impressive performance, the premium stock price may lead to a potential correction. As such, the stock may not be a strong buy at its current valuation, despite the company's strong business fundamentals.
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