Why Palantir (PLTR) Is One of the Hottest AI Stocks Right Now

Palantir Technologies (PLTR), known for its expertise in data analytics and machine learning, ended Monday at a new all-time high of $141.41, beating the record it set just last Friday. The stock’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable, up more than 85% in 2025 and over 465% in the past year. This surge has been driven by growing interest in artificial intelligence, solid earnings, and key partnerships. Retail investors have also shown more interest in AI-related stocks like PLTR. Some analysts believe Palantir could benefit further under the Trump administration, especially through new government contracts.

Adding to the bullish sentiment, Loop Capital Markets Top Analyst Mark Schappel recently raised his price target on the stock from $130 to $155. He pointed to Palantir’s long-term potential in AI and the increasing pace of enterprise adoption. The new target implies about 10% upside from current levels.

Analysts’ Views About Palantir Stock

Schappel sees Palantir as a key player in enterprise AI, praising its ability to help businesses automate and make smarter decisions. He believes the company is well-positioned as AI adoption expands from pilot projects to full-scale use across industries. While he admits Palantir’s valuation is high—trading at 48 times its estimated 2027 revenue—Schappel views the stock as a strong long-term bet on the future of AI.

Other analysts also share his optimism about Palantir’s AI potential but remain cautious due to its high valuation. For instance, Mizuho Securities Top analyst Gregg Moskowitz raised his price target from $94 to $116, yet maintained an Underperform rating, noting limited upside at current levels. This concern over valuation is a common theme across recent Wall Street commentary.

Is PLTR a Good Stock to Buy?

Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Hold consensus rating on Palantir Technologies stock based on three Buys, ten Holds, and four Sells assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. The average PLTR stock price target is $104.27, implying downside potential of 26.26%.

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