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Palantir's Stock Faces Challenges Despite Nasdaq-100 Inclusion

By KlickAnalytics Data Insights  |   January 10, 2025 08:04PM ET

Key Points

- Palantir Technologies Inc. joined the Nasdaq-100 index on Dec. 23
- Despite struggles, Palantir secures spot among 25 'perfect' stocks
- Palantir's stock has declined around 7% year-to-date and 11% in the past week
- Analysts predict Palantir's stock may plunge by 34% in 2025
- The company's stock surged 372% in 2024, making it extremely expensive

Palantir Technologies Inc. recently made headlines by joining the prestigious Nasdaq-100 index on December 23, which is often seen as a positive indicator for companies with promising growth prospects. Despite facing struggles, Palantir managed to secure its spot among 25 'perfect' stocks in top-ranked industries, alongside other notable companies like Netflix and three high-flying "apps."

While Palantir's stock had an impressive performance in 2024, with a remarkable increase of about 4 times its original value, driven by the market frenzy around artificial intelligence stocks and optimism following the U.S. election, the stock has faced challenges in 2025. Year-to-date, the stock has declined by approximately 7% and slipped 11% in the past week, currently trading at around $68 per share.

Despite its past success, analysts are predicting a downward trend for Palantir's stock in 2025, with a projected plunge of 34%. This comes after the stock saw a significant surge of 340% in 2024, leading to its current expensive valuation that investors may be cautious about.

As Palantir's stock continues to face volatility and downward pressure, some may wonder if it presents a buying opportunity amid the recent dip. With the stock down over 15% from its highs, investors are weighing the risks and potential rewards of investing in the high-flying artificial intelligence and data analytics software company.

despite Palantir's inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 index and its previous success in 2024, the stock is currently facing challenges with a decline in value and lower market predictions. Investors are closely monitoring the company's performance and weighing the potential risks and benefits of investing in Palantir Technologies.

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