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Palantir is an analytical software company that focuses on leveraging data to create efficiencies in its clients' organizations. The firm serves commercial and government clients via its Foundry and Gotham platforms, respectively. The Denver-based company was founded in 2003 and went public in 2020.

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<a href="https://open.substack.com/pub/europeancapitalinsights/p/european-stability-may-improve-with?r=3nmatg&amp;utm_campaign=post&amp;utm_medium=web">European geopolitical stability</a> may improve during the next Trump administration, despite concerns about the upcoming US president's impact on global security.&nbsp;
Citi analyst<a href="https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Citi-Sees-Oil-Prices-Dropping-to-60-Under-Trump.html"> have forecasted</a> Citi analysts forecasted that Brent crude, which closed at $73.49 a barrel on Wednesday,&nbsp; would average $60 per barrel next year driven lower by the energy policies of the incoming US administration. They also said Trump's presidency could lead to a decline in geopolitical tensions.
For European nations, lower oil prices will help spur economic growth and keep prices in check, allowing for lower interest rates and higher capital investments.&nbsp;After the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Europe experienced an "<a href="https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/blog/date/2024/html/ecb.blog240311~968c707650.en.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">extraordinary surge</a>" in inflation.
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6728e40f-9830-4f1b-817a-83d4126d0480_766x407.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F6728e40f-9830-4f1b-817a-83d4126d0480_766x407.png" alt="" style="width:627px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Source:<a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/blog/date/2024/html/ecb.blog240311~968c707650.en.html"> European Union</a></figcaption></figure>
Europe has struggled to recover from the twin shocks of Covid-19 and the war in Ukraine. And there is little indication that euro area will shake off its weak <a href="https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-euro-indicators/w/2-30102024-ap" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">growth of 0.4% in Q3 this year</a>.
"Economic activity has been weaker than expected: we have revised down our projections twice – before the summer and in September," Luis de Guindos, Vice President of the European Central Bank, <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/key/date/2024/html/ecb.sp241118~752a75497e.en.html">said</a> on Monday. "The growth outlook is clouded by uncertainty about economic policies and the geopolitical landscape."&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump May Spur European Leaders Into Action</h3>
Trump's mandate for change after winning the election could influence European leaders to alter course. Germany&#8217;s <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.dw.com/en/germanys-media-react-to-donald-trumps-us-election-victory-v2/a-70715243">most widely read tabloid, Bild, said</a> that the US election was &#8220;the last warning signal for our government&#8221; to address voters&#8217; grievances.
Like their American counterparts, many <a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/eu-tilts-right-as-economy-migration?r=3nmatg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">European voters are frustrated</a> with their economic prospects and political leadership. They are <a href="https://europeancapitalinsights.substack.com/p/europe-frets-about-trump-presidency?r=3nmatg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">concerned about geopolitical instability</a> impacting Europe with the war in Ukraine and tensions in the Middle East.&nbsp;
Trump's "peace through strength" policy had successfully fostered stability in Europe and the Middle East. <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.aa.com.tr/en/energy/energy-diplomacy/trump-hails-record-of-no-new-wars-while-in-office/31647">His supporters point to</a> the fact there were no new wars during his last administration.&nbsp;
Under President Joe Biden, through, Europe witnessed the Russian invasion of Ukraine and an escalation in tensions between Iran and Israel. The latest US policy shift by the outgoing president on Ukraine has also caused jitters in global markets.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Markets Fall After US Shifts Ukraine Policy</h3>
European markets moved lower after Biden <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/17/us/politics/biden-ukraine-russia-atacms-missiles.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">authorized the first use </a>of the US-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine inside Russia. The DAX Index fell, bringing its one-month decline to 1.5%. Poland's main stock index (WIG) sank more than 7%.
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F762ebe4b-4a09-4fea-a708-5f9c1b3c54bd_1600x811.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F762ebe4b-4a09-4fea-a708-5f9c1b3c54bd_1600x811.png" alt="" style="width:624px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Poland WIG20 reacts to latest Russia-Ukraine tensions: <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.tradingview.com/chart/Fl8iqpOT/?symbol=MARKETSCOM%3APOLAND20">Trading View</a></figcaption></figure>
After Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to target sites within Russia, <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4v0rey0jzo">Vladimir Putin approved changes</a> to Russia's nuclear doctrine. The doctrine now says an attack from a non-nuclear state, if backed by a nuclear power, will be treated as a joint assault on Russia.
In Washington, lawmakers in both parties generally supported Biden's policy change. "In a month-and-a-half, you're going to have a new president, and Russia will probably sue for peace," Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said. "So let them defend themselves, punch Russia back in the face."&nbsp;&nbsp;
That show of support for Ukraine may reassure European politicians fretting about the new Trump administration.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Europe Concerns About Trump's Ukraine Policy ‘Unrealistic'</h3>
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has expressed concern about <a href="https://www.dw.com/en/prospect-of-trumps-return-stokes-anxiety-in-europe/a-69686356" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Trump&#8217;s unwillingness to support Ukraine</a>. But Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PYPL#NASDAQ">PYPL</a>) and Palantir Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), swept aside these fears.&nbsp;
"You probably can't simply retreat from Ukraine without it just <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://youtu.be/wwJV_NuN43Y?si=_Acn9qUqGsyJbNuO">becoming a route</a>," he said on November 14. "I don't think President Trump wants a repeat of what happened with Biden in Afghanistan."
Thiel was referring to the Biden administration's "<a href="https://edition.cnn.com/2023/06/30/politics/state-deparment-afghanistan-withdrawal-report/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">chaotic</a>" 2021 withdrawal, widely perceived as a major US foreign policy failure.&nbsp;&nbsp;
British Defense Minister John Healey characterized as "<a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://news.sky.com/story/amp/donald-trump-committed-to-nato-and-right-to-push-europe-to-increase-funding-uk-defence-secretary-john-healey-says-13252519">unrealistic</a>" accusations that Trump's return would be "a disaster for Europe" and "undermining" of NATO. Former EU official Thierry Breton said Trump's re-election "<a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://x.com/RnaudBertrand/status/1855804917103124893">accelerated</a>" policymakers' discussions about resolving the conflict.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">European Stability Benefited From Trump's Defense Spending Push&nbsp;&nbsp;</h3>
<a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://m.economictimes.com/news/international/us/trumps-russia-ukraine-peace-plan-heres-what-his-plans-are-to-freeze-the-war/amp_articleshow/115123040.cms">One potential course of action under</a> consideration by the Trump administration includes European enforcement of a buffer zone in Ukraine. This would be accompanied by US security guarantees, in exchange for temporary deferment of full Ukrainian NATO membership.&nbsp;&nbsp;
During Trump's first term, he pressured European North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) members to increase their defense spending to 2% of GDP. In 2017, only four NATO members had reached the alliance&#8217;s target, compared to the 23 expected this year.&nbsp;
Trump "was right," NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://news.sky.com/story/amp/donald-trump-committed-to-nato-and-right-to-push-europe-to-increase-funding-uk-defence-secretary-john-healey-says-13252519">said</a>. "You have a president who is experienced, who is extremely clear about what he wants. He will push us all to spend more on defense and he is right on this."&nbsp;
Rutt made his comments during a gathering of European leaders in Budapest on November 7 to "<a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20241027-europe-guardrails-tries-to-trump-proof-security-nato">Trump-proof</a>" Europe.&nbsp;
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trump's Mideast Engagement&nbsp;Could Support European Stability</h3>
During his first term, the Trump administration's <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/return-peace-strength-trump-obrien">Abraham Accords</a> established peace between Israel and four additional Arab nations. The US withdrawal from the Iran Nuclear Deal was crucial in significantly crippling Iran&#8217;s regional influence.&nbsp;
These efforts simultaneously restricted Tehran's access to international markets and limited its ability to fund regional conflicts. Iran supports proxy forces in Iran, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen.&nbsp;
<figure class="wp-block-image is-resized"><a href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc073ad2a-9c6c-4dfa-9fdf-f6aa4839153e_806x822.png" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img decoding="async" src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc073ad2a-9c6c-4dfa-9fdf-f6aa4839153e_806x822.png" alt="" style="width:auto;height:450px" /></a><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Iran's proxy forces in the Middle East, Source:&nbsp; <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.wilsoncenter.org/article/irans-islamist-proxies">Wilson Center</a></figcaption></figure>
"When U.S. allies see renewed American determination to contain the Islamist regime in Tehran, they will join with Washington," former US National Security Advisor, Robert C. O'Brien <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/return-peace-strength-trump-obrien">said</a>.
This will "help bring peace to a region that is crucial to energy markets and global capital markets," he added.&nbsp;
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Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) has once again defied market expectations, delivering a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/42099904/nvidia-beats-q3-revenue-eps-estimates-supply-constraints-ding-stock-huang-says-age-of-ai-is-in-full-steam">blockbuster third-quarter performance</a> that tech analysts are calling a watershed moment for artificial intelligence.
What Happened: Wedbush Securities Managing Director Dan Ives described the results as a &#8220;jaw-dropper,&#8221; emphasizing the transformative potential of the company&#8217;s AI technology. &#8220;This is the fourth revolution playing out in front of our eyes,&#8221; Ives told CNN, <a href="https://x.com/jchatterleyCNN/status/1859386289315053838">highlighting</a> the broader implications for the tech sector.
Referring to Nvidia&#8217;s CEO Jensen Huang as the &#8220;Godfather of AI,&#8221; he <a href="https://x.com/DivesTech/status/1859387551351546328">described</a> the company&#8217;s performance as a transformative moment.
Ives boldly predicted a Nasdaq surge to 25,000, driven by the &#8220;fourth revolution&#8221; in technology. &#8220;This is the rally, get ready,&#8221; he emphasized, highlighting an extraordinary economic multiplier where &#8220;one dollar spent on GPU chips translates to an $8 to $10 impact across the tech sector.&#8221; The analyst believes the market is underestimating demand for AI technologies in the next 12 to 18 months.
The analyst addressed potential risks to the AI boom, noting initial market nervousness about high spending and profitability concerns. However, he sees improving confidence, citing companies like Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), ServiceNow Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOW#NYSE">NOW</a>), and Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>) as positive indicators.
Geopolitical concerns, particularly around China and potential tariffs, remain a consideration. Yet, Ives found reassurance in diplomatic channels, specifically mentioning Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>) CEO Elon Musk&#8216;s involvement in negotiations, which he believes will help mitigate potential challenges.
Nvidia reported third-quarter revenue of $35.1 billion, a 94% increase year-over-year, significantly exceeding Street consensus estimates of $33.12 billion. The company delivered earnings per share of 81 cents, beating analyst expectations of 75 cents.
Prior to Nvidia&#8217;s third-quarter earnings, Ives <a href="https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/11/20/nvidias-quarterly-report-will-be-drop-the-mic-moment-says-wedbushs-dan-ives.html?__source=sharebar&#x7C;twitter&amp;par=sharebar">told</a> CNBC that the company&#8217;s pathway to a $4 trillion valuation &#8220;begins today&#8221; with a &#8220;drop the mic performance.&#8221; He emphasized Nvidia&#8217;s unparalleled market dominance, stating they are &#8220;the only game in town&#8221; in AI chip development.
The company&#8217;s Blackwell product line, which Ives highlighted as critical, is now in full production.
Why It Matters: The analyst&#8217;s commentary went beyond dry financial analysis, sprinkled with his trademark flair. In a moment that captured both his tech insight and unexpected humor, Ives even ventured into fashion advice for President-elect Donald Trump.
The earnings report marks Nvidia&#8217;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/42099904/nvidia-beats-q3-revenue-eps-estimates-supply-constraints-ding-stock-huang-says-age-of-ai-is-in-full-steam">ninth consecutive quarter</a> beating revenue estimates and eighth straight quarter exceeding earnings per share expectations.
Price Action: Nvidia&#8217;s stock closed at $145.89 on Wednesday, down 0.76% for the day. In after-hours trading, the stock dipped further by 2.53%. Year to date, Nvidia&#8217;s stock has surged 202.86%, according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">data from Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) has witnessed a big surge in market value, adding over $23 billion since Donald Trump&#8217;s victory in the 2024 Presidential election.
Investors anticipate increased federal spending on national security, immigration, and space exploration. The company&#8217;s shares have nearly tripled over the past year, reaching $61 per share and pushing its market capitalization to approximately $140 billion, surpassing principal defense contractor Lockheed Martin (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LMT#NYSE">LMT</a>).
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This growth is fueled by Palantir&#8217;s deep ties to government agencies and its reputation for delivering cutting-edge data analysis tools.
According to the Financial Times, the company&#8217;s technology has proven valuable, from supporting military operations to streamlining pandemic vaccine distribution.
With heightened demand for AI-driven intelligence systems, Palantir&#8217;s trajectory under Trump&#8217;s presidency positions it as a potential beneficiary of increased defense and space budgets.
Earlier this year, Palantir secured a $480 million Pentagon contract to enhance Project Maven, a key AI battlefield intelligence initiative.
This aligns with expectations of broader defense allocations under the Trump administration. Palantir&#8217;s participation in projects like the Starlab commercial space station further underscores its growing influence in space exploration alongside NASA and private enterprises.
FT report says, Palantir&#8217;s shares trade at one of the highest multiples in the software sector, reflecting optimism around AI advancements and commercial expansion.
Launching its AI platform has bolstered private sector revenue, contributing 35% of the company&#8217;s total. Notable contracts with corporations like CVS Health and BP have fueled this growth, helping Palantir achieve its first profitable year in 2023 with a net income of $144 million in the third quarter. Palantir Technologies stock surged 280% year-to-date.
Despite its successes, analysts express concern over Palantir&#8217;s high valuation. Top hedge funds, including Renaissance Technologies and ARK Investment Management, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/24/11/42039361/palantir-soars-to-150b-market-cap-as-analysts-flag-risks-in-valuation-insider-sales" rel="noreferrer noopener">trimmed their Palantir</a> stakes in the third quarter, offloading over 3 million shares while maintaining significant holdings.
Palantir&#8217;s lofty valuation metrics, such as a P/E ratio of 328.85, spark skepticism among investors who question its ability to sustain its AI-driven growth trajectory.
With retail investors holding about 50% of shares, analysts highlight the potential for amplified stock volatility, both upward and downward, driven by shifting market sentiment.
CEO Alexander Karp&#8217;s recent $1.2 billion insider sales have raised concerns about internal confidence despite the company&#8217;s robust public narrative and strong third-quarter results.
CNBC&#8217;s Jim Cramer highlighted Palantir as one of <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/11/41964178/jim-cramer-says-these-10-frothy-stocks-are-up-over-200-ytd-including-rocket-lab-palantir-and-carvana-heres-what-he-suggests-investors-can-do-for-terrific-long-term-returns" rel="noreferrer noopener">ten high-growth stocks</a> of 2024, calling it a speculative but promising investment.
While recognizing Palantir&#8217;s substantial market performance, Cramer noted its lofty valuation, advising against immediate purchase.
He emphasized including speculative stocks like Palantir in portfolios to boost long-term returns when paired with stable investments.
Cramer advocates balancing risk with index funds while keeping speculative picks on watch for future growth opportunities.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is Palantir Tech A Good Stock To Buy?</h2>
When deciding whether to buy a stock, there are some key fundamentals investors may want to consider. One of these factors is revenue growth. Buying a stock is essentially a bet that the business will continue to grow and generate profits in the future.
Palantir Technologies has reported average annual revenue growth of 115.77% over the past 5 years. .
It's also important to pay attention to valuation when deciding whether to buy a stock. Palantir Technologies has a forward P/E ratio of 136.99. This means investors are paying $136.99 for each dollar of expected earnings in the future. The average forward P/E ratio of Palantir Technologies's peers is 51.62.
Other important metrics to look at include a company's profitability, balance sheet, performance relative to a benchmark index and valuation compared to peers. For in-depth analysis tools and important financial data, check out <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga PRO</a>. 
Price Action: PLTR stock is down 3.08% at $61.04 at the last check on Wednesday.
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In the current market session, Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) stock price is at $60.91, after a 3.29% drop. However, over the past month, the company's stock increased by 42.41%, and in the past year, by 215.90%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is not performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732120212_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Palantir Technologies P/E Compared to Competitors</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Palantir Technologies has a better P/E ratio of 314.9 than the aggregate P/E ratio of 74.07 of the Software industry. Ideally, one might believe that Palantir Technologies Inc. might perform better in the future than it's industry group, but it's probable that the stock is overvalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732120212_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

P/E Ratio Insights for Palantir Technologies

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bearish stance on Palantir Technologies (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the positions showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with PLTR, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
Today, Benzinga's options scanner spotted 8 options trades for Palantir Technologies.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 25% bullish and 37%, bearish.
Out of all of the options we uncovered, there was 1 put, for a total amount of $97,800, and 7, calls, for a total amount of $588,330.
<h3>Expected Price Movements</h3>
After evaluating the trading volumes and Open Interest, it's evident that the major market movers are focusing on a price band between $55.0 and $95.0 for Palantir Technologies, spanning the last three months.
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is an insightful way to conduct due diligence on a stock.
This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Palantir Technologies's options for a given strike price.
Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Palantir Technologies's whale activity within a strike price range from $55.0 to $95.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Palantir Technologies Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
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<h3>Biggest Options Spotted:</h3>

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<th>Symbol</th>
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<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$16.2</td>
<td>$15.7</td>
<td>$15.7</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$314.0K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>203</td>
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<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$2.01</td>
<td>$1.99</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$62.00</td>
<td>$97.8K</td>
<td>10.1K</td>
<td>3.6K</td>
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<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.6</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$91.9K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>666</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/06/24</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$4.3</td>
<td>$4.55</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$54.6K</td>
<td>4.4K</td>
<td>265</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$7.6</td>
<td>$7.4</td>
<td>$7.46</td>
<td>$75.00</td>
<td>$44.4K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>4</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Palantir Technologies</h3>
Palantir is an analytical software company that focuses on leveraging data to create efficiencies in its clients' organizations. The firm serves commercial and government clients via its Foundry and Gotham platforms, respectively. The Denver-based company was founded in 2003 and went public in 2020.
In light of the recent options history for Palantir Technologies, it's now appropriate to focus on the company itself. We aim to explore its current performance.
<h3>Where Is Palantir Technologies Standing Right Now?</h3>
<ul>
<li>Trading volume stands at 8,757,849, with PLTR's price down by -1.69%, positioned at $61.91.</li>
<li>RSI indicators show the stock to be may be overbought.</li>
<li>Earnings announcement expected in 75 days.</li>
</ul>
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<li>NVDA</li>
<li>MSTR</li>
<li>TGT</li>
<li>$BTC</li>
<li>WMT</li>
<li>TSLA</li>
<li>LUNR</li>
<li>LOT</li>
<li>PLTR</li>
<li>ACHR</li>
</ul>
Data from <a href="https://swaggystocks.com/dashboard/wallstreetbets/ticker-sentiment">https://swaggystocks.com/dashboard/wallstreetbets/ticker-sentiment</a>
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<li>NVDA</li>
<li>WMT</li>
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<li>TSLA</li>
<li>MSTR</li>
<li>LUNR</li>
<li>DJT</li>
<li>$BTC</li>
<li>PLTR</li>
<li>AI</li>
</ul>
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Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) has been making headlines after its board member, and partner at 8VC, Alex Moore deleted his X (formerly Twitter) account after saying in a tweet that its move to Nasdaq will &#8220;force billions in ETF buying.&#8221;
The tweet also said, "Everything we do is to reward and support our retail diamondhands following.&#8221;
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">A deleted tweet by Alex Moore, board member of Palantir, <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24PLTR&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$PLTR</a>. He also said: "Everything we do is to reward and support our retail diamondhands following.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/KmMVQ2M7gD">pic.twitter.com/KmMVQ2M7gD</a>
&mdash; unusual_whales (@unusual_whales) <a href="https://twitter.com/unusual_whales/status/1857831246283301221?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 16, 2024</a></blockquote>
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What Happened: Palantir Technologies, also popularly known on the r/PLTR, subreddit as "pili,&#8221; is a data management and software company cofounded by Peter Thiel. It deals with government and military contracts. Knowing Palantir&#8217;s business it&#8217;s unlikely for the financial market participants to peg this company for having a vehement, meme-making fandom.
On Nov. 14, Palantir announced that it would<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/41994158/palantir-stock-is-rising-after-the-bell-whats-going-on"> transfer the listing of its Class A common stock</a> from the New York Stock Exchange to the Nasdaq Global Select Market. Palantir said it expects to begin trading as a Nasdaq-listed company on Nov. 26. "Upon transferring, Palantir anticipates meeting the eligibility requirements of the Nasdaq-100 Index," the company said.
The tweet from Moore came after the announcement where he said that the shift to Nasdaq was to &#8220;deliver tendies to retail investors&#8221; consequent to the Nasdaq-following ETFs buying the stock.
Moore did not immediately respond to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com">Benzinga&#8217;s</a> request for comment.
The use of &#8216;tendies&#8217; is part of a broader meme culture within the stock market, where the slang term is used to discuss stock appreciation and profits. On Reddit, what &#8216;tendies&#8217; also represent are the chicken tenders that an adult can buy as a reward for doing his chores.
Also read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/41994158/palantir-stock-is-rising-after-the-bell-whats-going-on">Palantir Stock Is Rising After The Bell: What&#8217;s Going On?</a>
Why It Matters: The fandom started when the company&#8217;s chief executive officer Alex Karp&#8217;s video overdubbed with fake vocals was posted by fans in r/PLTR. In the spoof video, Karp also known in the meme community as Daddy Karp was using indecent words and claimed that the stock would climb to $504 apiece. Following was the real video, which was spoofed:
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<blockquote class="reddit-embed-bq" style="height:500px" ><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/PLTR/comments/13nxy0z/papa_karp_on_taking_us_to_the_promised_land_of/">Papa Karp on taking us to the Promised Land of Tendies</a> by<a href="https://www.reddit.com/user/WildWestCollectibles/">u/WildWestCollectibles</a> in<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/PLTR/">PLTR</a></blockquote>
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However, Arny Trezzi, from Lecco, Italy, who runs the weekly Substack newsletter, Palantir Bullets told <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-palantir-stock-developed-weird-passionate-meme-crazy">LinkedIn News</a> that "even though the fundamentals of the company actually started to emerge, the meme community basically died when the stock went down in 2022."
"Board members should not be making posts like this regarding the companies they serve," a former regulator with the Securities and Exchange Commission and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and founder of FrontLine Compliance Amy Lynch <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-18/palantir-pltr-board-member-deletes-x-account-after-etf-buying-post">told </a>Bloomberg.
The SEC will look at all trading activity and Reddit posts to see what was happening at the time of the tweet and who benefited from the tweet via transactions, Lynch said. While nothing may come of their investigation, it's possible the company could look to remove him from the board, she added.
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Palantir Board Member In A Deleted X Post Said Nasdaq Move Will 'Force Billions In ETF Buying And Deliver Tendies': Here's What This Meme-Stock Term Means

Risk sentiment edged higher on Monday, rebounding after two consecutive losing sessions and the worst week for the U.S. stock market since early September, as pressures from dollar <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s">and Treasury yields faded.</a>
All 11 sectors of the S&amp;P 500 traded in positive territory, with consumer discretionary stocks outperforming, thanks to a 7% surge in Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>). 
The electric vehicle maker's rally followed reports the incoming Donald Trump administration plans to prioritize a federal framework for fully autonomous vehicles. According to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-17/trump-team-said-to-want-to-ease-us-rules-for-self-driving-cars">Bloomberg</a>, the Department of Transportation could soon place this framework at the top of its agenda.
The tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 outperformed both the S&amp;P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average on Monday. Gains in commodities also stood out, as gold, crude oil natural gas prices all posted strong rebounds amid escalating geopolitical tensions between <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/econ-s/24/11/42038707/gold-natural-gas-prices-rally-us-russia-tensions-escalate-over-ukraines-long-range-strikes">the U.S. and Russia. </a>
The U.S. dollar paused its recent rally after marking seven consecutive weeks of gains through Friday. Treasury yields, meanwhile, were flat, as the session lacked significant economic data or fresh comments from Federal Reserve officials to provide market direction.
The cryptocurrency market remained on fire, with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) surging 1.5% past the $92,000 mark and setting the stage for a potential record-high close. Ethereum (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/eth/usd">ETH</a>) also advanced, rising 3% on the day. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day % chg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,547.68</td>
<td>0.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,315.20</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,897.81</td>
<td>0.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,504.83</td>
<td>0.1%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 12:45 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent111824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 0.4% to $587.87.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;flattened at $434.49.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) rose 0.7% to $499.91.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) rose 0.5% to $229.72.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Consumer Discretionary Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) outperformed, rising 1.2%. The&nbsp;Health Care Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLV#NYSE">XLV</a>) lagged, up 0.1%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Monday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
<ul>
<li>Redfin Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RDFN#NASDAQ">RDFN</a>) fell 3.7% after<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/real-estate/reit/24/11/42044923/goldman-sachs-turns-bearish-on-redfin-affordability-could-weigh-on-a-housing-recovery"> Goldman Sachs downgraded</a> the stock from &#8220;Neutral&#8221; to &#8220;Sell.&#8221;</li>
<li>Super Micro Computer Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>) rallied 18% after the company announced plans to submit a compliance proposal to Nasdaq by Monday to avoid delisting.</li>
<li>Affirm Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>) rose 9.3% on Monday after the company revealed an expanded partnership with online travel agency Priceline, under which Affirm will serve as the pay-over-time provider for Priceline Partner Solutions.</li>
<li>Uber Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UBER#NASDAQ">UBER</a>) dropped more than 7% as concerns over potential regulations on fully autonomous vehicles raised questions about the company's business model.</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) declined 5% due to profit-taking after an 11% rally on Friday, which had pushed the AI-defense company's year-to-date gains to nearly 290%.</li>
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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$61.00</td>
<td>$28.4K</td>
<td>8.3K</td>
<td>15.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>INTC</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$10.00</td>
<td>$220.0K</td>
<td>7.4K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$370.00</td>
<td>$93.0K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>3.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$62.0K</td>
<td>13.5K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$180.00</td>
<td>$60.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/18/26</td>
<td>$0.50</td>
<td>$1.2 million</td>
<td>34.2K</td>
<td>1.7K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSFT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$25.4K</td>
<td>11.4K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>DT</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>02/21/25</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$114.0K</td>
<td>210</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>FTNT</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$93.00</td>
<td>$33.4K</td>
<td>139</td>
<td>927</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NN</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$82.3K</td>
<td>953</td>
<td>824</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For PLTR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be neutral, expiring in 4 day(s) on November 22, 2024. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $61.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $28.4K, with a price of $142.0 per contract. There were 8355 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 15274 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding INTC (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 760 day(s) on December 18, 2026. Parties traded 4000 contract(s) at a $10.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $220.0K, with a price of $55.0 per contract. There were 7499 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 4036 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on November 22, 2024. Parties traded 37 contract(s) at a $370.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $93.0K, with a price of $2535.0 per contract. There were 2597 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 3801 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 123 day(s) on March 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 200 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 7 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $62.0K, with a price of $310.0 per contract. There were 13573 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2336 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 123 day(s) on March 21, 2025. Parties traded 2000 contract(s) at a $180.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $60.0K, with a price of $30.0 per contract. There were 1169 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2025 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 760 day(s) on December 18, 2026. Parties traded 90 contract(s) at a $0.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $1.2 million, with a price of $13941.0 per contract. There were 34271 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1705 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSFT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 60 day(s) on January 17, 2025. Parties traded 20 contract(s) at a $420.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.4K, with a price of $1272.0 per contract. There were 11435 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1079 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For DT (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DT#NYSE">DT</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 95 day(s) on February 21, 2025. This event was a transfer of 600 contract(s) at a $55.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $114.0K, with a price of $190.0 per contract. There were 210 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1019 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding FTNT (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FTNT#NASDAQ">FTNT</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 4 day(s) on November 22, 2024. Parties traded 167 contract(s) at a $93.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $33.4K, with a price of $200.0 per contract. There were 139 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 927 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NN#NASDAQ">NN</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 424 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 183 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $82.3K, with a price of $450.0 per contract. There were 953 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 824 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more about unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Information Technology Stocks With Whale Alerts In Today's Session

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) stock continues <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR/news">to ride high</a>, but hedge fund titans are easing off the throttle. 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Hedge Funds Take Profits, Not Exit</h2>
Palantir&#8217;s stock has captured market attention with its meteoric rise to a 52-week high of $66.07, but hedge funds are stepping back—albeit cautiously. 
Late Jim Simons&#8216; Renaissance Technologies and Cathie Wood&#8216;s ARK Investment Management offloaded a combined over 3 million shares in the third quarter, trimming their stakes while still holding significant positions.
These moves, coinciding with Palantir&#8217;s soaring market cap of nearly $150 billion, have sparked speculation about profit-taking. Renaissance's portfolio allocation to Palantir dropped to 2.15%, while ARK Investment cut its exposure to 3.75%.
Despite these reductions, neither fund has signaled a complete exit, underscoring confidence in Palantir's longer-term potential.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">PLTR&#8217;s Lofty Valuation Draws Skepticism</h2>
At a P/E ratio of 328.85 and a forward multiple of 143x (according to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent111824&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data), Palantir's valuation continues to polarize investors. 
Skeptics like Hataf Capital <a href="https://www.tipranks.com/news/time-to-lock-in-profits-says-investor-about-palantir-stock">argue</a> that these metrics reflect unrealistic expectations:
<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">"The market is effectively pricing in not just continued excellence but perfect execution for years to come."
</blockquote>
The third quarter earnings showcased impressive growth, with the company improving profitability and solidifying its AI-driven narrative. But critics caution that maintaining such momentum might prove challenging.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42010539/whats-going-on-with-palantir-technologies-stock-today">What&#8217;s Going On With Palantir Technologies Stock?</a>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Retail Investors: A Double-Edged Sword</h2>
Retail investors make up about 50% of Palantir's shareholder base, a factor that could amplify volatility. 
Hataf Capital warns: "This ownership structure could amplify volatility in both directions, potentially leading to rapid multiple compression if market sentiment shifts."
Adding to the concerns, CEO Alexander Karp's insider sales—totaling $1.2 billion over the past three months—have raised red flags about insider confidence, despite the company's strong public messaging.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Crossroads For Palantir</h2>
While hedge funds appear to be trimming their sails, Palantir stock's performance hinges on the company's ability to meet sky-high expectations. 
With its AI-driven narrative and robust growth story, Palantir remains a stock to watch—but the road ahead may not be as smooth as its recent rally suggests.
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<li>TSLA</li>
<li>NVDA</li>
<li>SMCI</li>
<li>INTC</li>
<li>RKLB</li>
<li>CORN</li>
<li>LOT</li>
<li>NFLX</li>
<li>LUNR</li>
<li>PLTR</li>
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Top 10 Trending Stocks On WallStreetBets As Of November 18, 2024 (Via Swaggy Stocks)

These ten large-cap stocks were the best performers in the last week. Are they in your portfolio?
<ol>
<li>MicroStrategy Inc.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>) stock gained 25.97% last week amid the sharp rise in Bitcoin&#8217;s (CRYPTO: BTC/USD) price.</li>
<li>Shopify Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOP#NYSE">SHOP</a>) shares escalated 24.53% after the company reported better-than-expected&nbsp;third-quarter results and several analysts revised <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41950175" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">their price targets on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Affirm Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AFRM#NASDAQ">AFRM</a>) gained 20.80% last week. Wells Fargo maintained an Overweight rating on the stock and raised its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/afrm/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast from $52 to $55</a>.</li>
<li>Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) stock upped 16.22% after announcing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41971559" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fourth-quarter results</a>. Analysts raised the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/dis/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecast on the stock</a>.</li>
<li>Spotify Technology (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPOT#NYSE">SPOT</a>) stock upped 14.39% after the company reported better-than-expected&nbsp;third-quarter&nbsp;earnings and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41950852" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">analysts boosted price targets.</a></li>
<li>Jack Dorsey&#8217;s Block, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SQ#NYSE">SQ</a>) stock increased by 13.06%. Several analysts raised their <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/sq/analyst-ratings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">price forecasts</a> on the stock.</li>
<li>Coinbase Global Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>) shares gained 12.97% last week. The company recently announced it acquired on-chain payments platform Utopia Labs. A sharp rise in Bitcoin price also played a part.</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc.&#8217;s (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) stock upped 12.64%. The company announced it renewed its multi-year enterprise agreement with Rio Tinto for an additional four years of access to its AI platform. It also plans to transfer its stock <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/42010539" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">exchange listing to the Nasdaq</a>.</li>
<li>Grab Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GRAB#NASDAQ">GRAB</a>) shares increased 11.82% &nbsp;after the company reported third-quarter&nbsp;results and raised its FY25 revenue<a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41889889" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> guidance&nbsp;above estimates</a>.</li>
<li>NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NTES#NASDAQ">NTES</a>) shares rose 11.37% after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41964319" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">third-quarter&nbsp;financial results</a>.</li>
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Shopify, Disney And Coinbase Were Among Top 10 Large Cap Gainers Last Week (November 11-15): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

Risk aversion dominated Wall Street in the final session of the week, driving <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets">sharp losses across major indices</a>.
Investors grappled with growing uncertainties surrounding the economic impacts of Donald Trump's policies and the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/interest-rates">Federal Reserve&#8217;s next moves.</a>
Fed Chair Jerome Powell's remarks from the previous day weighed heavily on risk assets. Powell signaled no need to lower rates, citing the economy's resilience and emphasizing the importance of fully finishing the inflation jobs. 
Boston Fed President Susan Collins added to the uncertainty on Friday, stating she needs to see additional data before deciding on further rate cuts at the Federal Reserve&#8217;s upcoming policy meeting.
Expectations for a 25-basis-point rate cut in December were significantly scaled back, with odds falling to 59%, down from 82% just a day earlier.
U.S. indices are poised to end the week in negative territory, as optimism fueled by Trump's win fizzled. Tech stocks were hit hardest, with the Nasdaq 100 plunging 2.5%, wiping out its post-election gains. 
Chipmakers tumbled across the board, with the iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) reaching a 2-month low, as Applied Materials Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>) released a disappointing outlook.
The surge in rate-cut uncertainty and broader economic concerns pushed the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) up by more than 17%, reflecting heightened market fear.
Treasury yields edged lower, indicating a flight to safe-haven bonds. The drop in yields supported the Japanese yen, which ended a four-day losing streak.
The U.S. dollar eased but remains on track for its seventh consecutive week of gains, marking its longest winning streak since September 2023.
Gold prices remained flat despite falling yields and a softer dollar, failing to act as a hedge in a turbulent session. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) defied the risk-off sentiment, rising 2.5% to $89,600 in a surprising show of strength.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Performance In Major US Indices, ETFs</h3>
<figure class="wp-block-table is-style-stripes"> 
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Major Indices</td>
<td>Price</td>
<td>1-day %chg</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,416.20</td>
<td>-0.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,869.72</td>
<td>-1.3%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,302.85</td>
<td>-1.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,391.40</td>
<td>-2.4%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CBOE VIX</td>
<td>16.79</td>
<td>17.3%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Updated at 1:00 p.m. ET</figcaption></figure>
According to&nbsp;<a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent111424&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
<ul>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) fell 1.4% to $585.28.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;fell 0.8% to $434.08.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) fell 2.5% to $496.12.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) tumbled 1.4% to $228.75.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Utilities Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLU#NYSE">XLU</a>) outperformed, rising 0.8%. The&nbsp;Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLY#NYSE">XLY</a>) lagged, down 2.7%.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
<ul>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) skyrocketed 8.4%, on news that the AI-champion will be included in the Nasdaq 100 index. </li>
<li>Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) rose over 4%, fueling stock momentum after the 6.2% gain on Thursday amid stronger than expected earnings. </li>
<li>Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) rallied over 8% after China announced to end its export-tax rebate for aluminum from Dec. 1. </li>
</ul>
Stocks reacting on earnings reports were: 
<ul>
<li>Globant S.A. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLOB#NYSE">GLOB</a>), down 11%. </li>
<li>AST SpaceMobile Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASTS#NASDAQ">ASTS</a>), down 13.8%, </li>
<li>Post Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/POST#NYSE">POST</a>), down 2.8%. </li>
</ul>
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Stocks Tumble As Traders Rethink Fed's Action, VIX Spikes 17%, Nasdaq Erases Post-Trump Gains: What's Driving Markets Friday?

Here&#8217;s a look at the top five trending stocks <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/space/24/11/42013739/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet-43">on Yahoo Finance.</a> 
Pfizer, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PFE#NYSE">PFE</a>): Shares of vaccine stocks are down after President-elect Donald Trump pointed to Robert Kennedy Jr. as potentially the next Health and Human Services secretary. Trump has said <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/biotech/24/11/41822473/trumps-potential-health-czar-robert-f-kennedy-jr-rattles-vaccine-stocks-shoot-first-reaction">he would let</a> Kennedy "go wild on health" and could &#8220;do pretty much what he wants&#8221; in his administration, while Kennedy has a record of spreading falsehoods about vaccines, according to The New York Times.
Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMAT#NASDAQ">AMAT</a>): Applied Materials shares are trading lower Friday following the company's fourth-quarter <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41991276/applied-materials-shares-slip-despite-better-than-expected-q4-results">earnings release</a> after Thursday's closing bell. Multiple analyst firms have lowered price targets on the stock. 
Bloom Energy Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>): Bloom Energy shares are charging higher after the energy company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/earnings-beats/24/11/42011327/why-bloom-energy-could-reach-revenues-of-18b-next-year-says-bullish-analyst">became the latest </a>to announce a major deal to power AI data centers. Bloom Energy announced Thursday evening that it has signed a supply agreement with American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AEP#NASDAQ">AEP</a>) for up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of its products, the largest commercial procurement of fuel cells in the world to date.  
Palantir Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>): Palantir shares are trading at record highs Friday after the company said <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42010539/whats-going-on-with-palantir-technologies-stock-today">it will transfer</a> its stock listing to the Nasdaq Global Select Market from the New York Stock Exchange. Palantir will begin trading as a Nasdaq-listed company on Nov. 26.
FuelCell Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FCEL#NASDAQ">FCEL</a>): FuelCell Energy shares are slipping Friday after<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/guidance/24/11/42011849/restructure-and-recharge-fuelcell-cuts-workforce-plans-to-reduce-operating-costs-by-15-in-2025"> the company said </a>it will slash its workforce by 17% and reduce spending across product development, overhead and other expenses. FuelCell Energy said it needs to reduce costs and focus on core technologies due to slower-than-anticipated clean energy investments.
Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>:
<ul>
<li>Pfizer shares are down 4.59% at $24.83</li>
<li>Applied Materials shares are down 8.22% at $170.66</li>
<li>Bloom Energy shares are up 45.1% at $19.27</li>
<li>Palantir shares are up 7.54% at $63.65</li>
<li>FuelCell Energy shares are down 11.1% at $6.23 at last check on Friday. </li>
</ul>
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Friday's Top 5 Trending Stocks: What's The Scoop On Palantir, Bloom Energy, Pfizer?

This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Here's the list of options activity happening in today's session: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$142.00</td>
<td>$144.1K</td>
<td>25.4K</td>
<td>105.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>PLTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$64.00</td>
<td>$30.4K</td>
<td>496</td>
<td>30.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CLSK</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>07/18/25</td>
<td>$37.00</td>
<td>$55.2K</td>
<td>86.9K</td>
<td>2.3K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZETA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$25.0K</td>
<td>2.4K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/22/24</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$61.6K</td>
<td>3.5K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>TSM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$30.0K</td>
<td>12.2K</td>
<td>848</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NN</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$15.00</td>
<td>$105.0K</td>
<td>26</td>
<td>600</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>12/19/25</td>
<td>$77.50</td>
<td>$27.7K</td>
<td>685</td>
<td>530</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MARA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$35.00</td>
<td>$48.1K</td>
<td>2.8K</td>
<td>503</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAOI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$27.3K</td>
<td>1.8K</td>
<td>462</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These itemized elaborations have been created using the accompanying table. 
• For NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be neutral, is expiring today. Parties traded 2027 contract(s) at a $142.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 18 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $144.1K, with a price of $71.0 per contract. There were 25443 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 105282 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, is expiring today. Parties traded 251 contract(s) at a $64.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.4K, with a price of $121.0 per contract. There were 496 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 30310 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For CLSK (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CLSK#NASDAQ">CLSK</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 245 day(s) on July 18, 2025. This event was a transfer of 184 contract(s) at a $37.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $55.2K, with a price of $300.0 per contract. There were 86959 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2305 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ZETA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZETA#NYSE">ZETA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 63 day(s) on January 17, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $20.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $25.0K, with a price of $250.0 per contract. There were 2459 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2094 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we observe a call option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 7 day(s) on November 22, 2024. Parties traded 90 contract(s) at a $400.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $61.6K, with a price of $685.0 per contract. There were 3520 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1848 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For TSM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 35 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 248 contract(s) at a $220.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $30.0K, with a price of $121.0 per contract. There were 12242 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 848 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NN (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NN#NASDAQ">NN</a>), we observe a put option trade with bearish sentiment. It expires in 35 day(s) on December 20, 2024. Parties traded 600 contract(s) at a $15.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $105.0K, with a price of $175.0 per contract. There were 26 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 600 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 399 day(s) on December 19, 2025. This event was a transfer of 36 contract(s) at a $77.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 13 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.7K, with a price of $770.0 per contract. There were 685 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 530 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For MARA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MARA#NASDAQ">MARA</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 217 day(s) on June 20, 2025. This event was a transfer of 148 contract(s) at a $35.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.1K, with a price of $325.0 per contract. There were 2857 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 503 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For AAOI (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAOI#NASDAQ">AAOI</a>), we notice a call option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 35 day(s) on December 20, 2024. This event was a transfer of 161 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $27.3K, with a price of $170.0 per contract. There were 1896 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 462 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Palantir Technologies Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) is making waves with its decision to transfer <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLTR/news">its stock listing</a> from the NYSE to the Nasdaq Global Select Market starting Nov. 26. 
The stock will retain its ticker symbol &#8220;PLTR,&#8221; but investors are left wondering: Could this move to Nasdaq be the first step toward a future in the Nasdaq-100 Index?
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Shift Toward Nasdaq</h2>
This move comes as Nasdaq continues to attract an increasing number of high-profile companies. In <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/newsroom/500-listings-have-switched-from-nyse-to-nasdaq">fact</a>, 16 companies have switched to Nasdaq just this year, with big names like government contractor Science Applications International Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIC#NASDAQ">SAIC</a>) and food giant Campbell Soup Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPB#NASDAQ">CPB</a>) making the leap. With over $1 trillion in market value from recent transfers, Nasdaq is becoming a hub for growth and innovation.
For Palantir, this shift might be more than just a change of scenery—it could mark the start of a new phase. While there's no official word from the company about targeting the Nasdaq-100, the potential is undeniable. Joining this elite index would place Palantir in the company of tech heavyweights and bring significant investor attention.
It could also then find its place in Nasdaq-100 index-tracking ETFs such as the Invesco QQQ Trust Series I (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) and the Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQM#NASDAQ">QQQM</a>).
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Nasdaq?</h2>
Palantir's move to Nasdaq places it among some of the most prestigious companies in the world, all while providing a more innovative, cost-effective environment for growth. Nasdaq is known for its modern technology, streamlined services, and lower listing fees—factors that have made it increasingly attractive to large-cap stocks.
Palantir has positioned itself at the forefront of the AI revolution, integrating advanced artificial intelligence capabilities into its data analytics platform to help clients make data-driven decisions with greater precision. By leveraging AI, Palantir aims to enhance its offerings for industries ranging from government to healthcare, providing powerful tools for predictive analysis and automation.
And with companies like Linde, SAIC, and Campbell's benefiting from Nasdaq's advanced market structure, Palantir could reap similar rewards. Nasdaq's reputation for nurturing successful companies has made it a natural home for firms with high growth potential.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What About The Nasdaq-100?</h2>
While Palantir has yet to announce any ambitions for the Nasdaq-100, Wall Street is watching closely to see if this listing move could set the stage for the next big leap. Historically, <a href="https://www.nasdaq.com/newsroom/500-listings-have-switched-from-nyse-to-nasdaq">24</a> companies that switched to Nasdaq in recent years have made it into the Nasdaq-100, raising the question: Is Palantir on track to join the ranks of this prestigious index?
For now, the focus is on the listing transfer, but investors are curious whether Palantir's growth trajectory and tech prowess will help it meet the performance criteria for inclusion in the Nasdaq-100. 
If it does, the stock is likely to experience increased demand, driven by substantial passive investment from institutional investors linked to the index.
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U.S. stocks were lower, with the Dow Jones index falling around 300 points on Friday.
Shares of Despegar.com, Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DESP#NYSE">DESP</a>) rose sharply during Friday's session after the company reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/DESP/earnings">better-than-expected third-quarter sales.</a>
The company said it sees FY24 revenue of at least $760 million and adjusted EBITDA of at least $170 million
Despegar.com shares jumped 19.1% to $17.70 on Friday.
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<li>Bloom Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BE#NYSE">BE</a>) shares jumped 43% to $18.98. Bloom Energy announced a 1 GW fuel cell deal with AEP, providing clean power for AI Data Centers.</li>
<li>Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RCAT#NASDAQ">RCAT</a>) gained 22.3% to $4.9200.</li>
<li>Intuitive Machines, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LUNR#NASDAQ">LUNR</a>) gained 13% to $11.56. The company reported third-quarter results on Thursday.</li>
<li>Century Aluminum Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CENX#NASDAQ">CENX</a>) rose 12.6% to $23.77.</li>
<li>COMPASS Pathways plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMPS#NASDAQ">CMPS</a>) jumped 12.5% to $5.50.</li>
<li>Lifeway Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LWAY#NASDAQ">LWAY</a>) gained 11% to $24.85. The company reported quarterly results on Thursday.</li>
<li>Kingsoft Cloud Holdings Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KC#NASDAQ">KC</a>) rose 10.3% to $5.13. Kingsoft Cloud Holdings will release its unaudited financial results for the third quarter before the open of U.S. markets on Tuesday, Nov. 19.</li>
<li>Alcoa Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>) gained 7.7% to $44.40.</li>
<li>Zai Lab Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZLAB#NASDAQ">ZLAB</a>) shares rose 6.3% to $28.34. The company priced a $200 million public offering of 7,843,137 shares at $25.50 per ADS.</li>
<li>Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) gained 6% to $62.72 after the company announced it will transfer its stock exchange listing over to the Nasdaq.</li>
<li>The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) rose 3% to $112.38. The company reported quarterly results on Thursday.</li>
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Palantir Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) shares are trading higher on Friday.
Yesterday, the firm announced that it will transfer the listing of its Class A Common Stock to the Nasdaq Global Select Market<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/24/11/41994158/palantir-stock-is-rising-after-the-bell-whats-going-on" rel="noreferrer noopener"> from the New York Stock Exchange.</a>
The company expects to begin trading as a Nasdaq-listed company on November 26.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, PLTR stock has gained over 196% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via REX AI Equity Premium Income ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AIPI#NASDAQ">AIPI</a>).
Meanwhile, Palantir held its first-ever Developer Conference, DevCon 2024, on November 13th-14th, bringing together 150 top commercial and government builders,<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/11/b42004651/palantir-launches-aip-for-developers-at-devcon" rel="noreferrer noopener"> as well as technical leaders</a>.
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The two-day event showcased a series of product launches, hands-on development opportunities, and a competitive environment aimed at accelerating innovation in data and technology.
A key highlight of the conference was the public launch of new features for AIP for Developers.
This marks a significant step in Palantir&#8217;s strategy to streamline backend development, enabling faster and more efficient transitions from prototype to production.
Among the new releases were updates such as Ontology SDK 2.0, enhanced Platform APIs, and the Workflow Builder.
Palantir has been one of the hottest stocks of the year, having gained approximately 245% year-to-date, driven by the company's positioning in <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/ai" rel="noreferrer noopener">the&nbsp;AI space.</a>
Palantir shares really took off at the beginning of November after the company reported&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/11/41730179/palantir-q3-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-beat-customers-up-39-raises-guidance-results-driven-by-unrele" rel="noreferrer noopener">strong quarterly results driven by&nbsp;&#8220;unrelenting&#8221; AI demand.</a>
Revenue jumped 30% year-over-year on continued strength in the U.S. customer count grew 39% year-over-year after the company closed 104 deals worth over $1 million during the quarter.
Price Action: PLTR shares are trading higher by 6.31% to $62.91 at last check Friday.
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