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Nov 5, 2024
28:32
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David Meier, a keen analyst, shares insights on Palantir's remarkable performance and how it's influencing market trends. He discusses the edge individual investors have over institutions and the mixed results of Harvard’s endowment. The conversation highlights the Rule of 40 for evaluating tech firms, as well as the shift towards rational optimism in unpredictable times. They also touch on Vertex Pharmaceuticals' innovative painkiller and the promising future of AI across sectors.
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  • Palantir's impressive 54% year-over-year growth in commercial revenue demonstrates its successful transition into the corporate software market.
  • The disappointing performance of Harvard's endowment highlights the advantages individual investors have over institutions in navigating market volatility.

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Palantir's Explosive Growth in Commercial Sector

Palantir has demonstrated significant growth in its commercial revenue, which has increased by 54% year-over-year. Originally focused on defense, the company has successfully expanded its software solutions into the corporate world, garnering over 100 new contracts worth more than a million dollars each in just one quarter. This growth highlights the increasing demand for Palantir's capabilities in real-time data analysis, leading to drastic reductions in processes such as insurance underwriting, which was reduced from weeks to hours. With a notable rise in U.S. commercial revenue amounting to approximately $180 million for the quarter, Palantir's ability to scale its operations and cater to business needs marks a critical shift in its market strategy.

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