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The SCTR Report: Why PLTR Stock Remains a Top Contender in a Volatile Market

by April 30, 2025
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Thursday’s market rout, triggered by the grim arithmetic of a negative first-quarter GDP, hardly provides fertile ground for a ‘risk-on’ appetite. Yet some stocks continue to defy the mood, climbing despite the volatility and uncertainty weighing on investor sentiment.

One such stock is Palantir Technologies, Inc. (PLTR), which has consistently ranked in or near the Top 10 Large Cap stocks on the StockCharts Technical Rank  (SCTR) report since late 2024.

FIGURE 1. PLTR IN TOP POSITION. PLTR stock has been at or within the top 10 since late September 2024.

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) is a software company that helps governments and businesses analyze and act on big data. It blends human decision-making with AI, making it a go-to for national security, defense, and enterprise operations.

Why Palantir May Be Tariff-Proof

Unlike typical analytics tools, Palantir combines human insight with AI, so people stay in control while getting help from powerful machines. That balance has made it a trusted choice for just about everything from national security to big business.

So, how does Palantir fit into today’s tariff environment? Here are a few key points:

Tariff-Proof Tech. Since Palantir sells software, not physical goods, it’s mostly insulated from tariffs and global supply chain drama.Stable Government Money. Over half of its revenue comes from government contracts, and most of it is from the U.S., offering a steady income stream even when markets get rocky.Budget Watch. If the government tightens its belt, especially through efficiency initiatives (think DOGE), Palantir’s federal dollars could take a hit.

Looking ahead, analysts generally see strong growth for the company in governmental and commercial sectors.

PLTR Stock’s Weekly Chart: A Long-Term Perspective

Let’s take a long-term view of PLTR’s price action, starting with the weekly chart.

FIGURE 2. WEEKLY CHART OF PLTR STOCK. The stock is attempting to test its all-time high of $125.41.

This chart highlights PLTR’s dramatic climb from its 2022 slump to a parabolic uptrend, followed by a sharp pullback in 2025. The blue rectangles mark three early bullish signals—sustained SCTR readings above the 90 line. A well-timed buy setup based on those signals could have helped you catch the uptrend early.

Now, though, PLTR is trying to claw back the 99% gain it notched earlier in 2025. While analysts—and seemingly investors—remain bullish on PLTR’s long-term outlook, its stretched valuation and the broader market’s volatility make the risks impossible to ignore.

PLTR Stock’s Daily Chart: Rangebound or Poised for a Breakout?

Shifting over to a daily chart, after reaching $125 per share in February, PLTR plummeted due to defense budget cut fears, insider selling, and overvaluation concerns. But then in April, after hitting a low of $66.12, PLTR rallied strongly on easing trade tensions, new government deals, and renewed AI optimism.

FIGURE 3. DAILY CHART OF PLTR. Note the sharp decline in February and rally in April. What happened?

Year-to-date, PLTR stock’s intermediate-term trend remains unclear. On one hand, the wide range between its 2025 high and low suggests the stock may stay rangebound until a clear direction emerges. On the other hand, it’s hard to envision PLTR breaking above its recent high without a meaningful pullback first.

Momentum and volume indicators offer tempered, yet optimistic signals. The Relative Strength Index  (RSI) is approaching the 70 level, hinting at overbought conditions. Meanwhile, the Accumulation/Distribution Line (ADL) sits well above the current price, suggesting that sustained buying pressure could eventually push PLTR back toward all-time highs.

The Ichimoku Cloud, which helps visualize potential support and trend structure, points to a possible support zone around the $90 range. Lastly, the blue dotted line at $66 marks a key swing low—if PLTR closes below that level, it could spell trouble for the stock’s broader uptrend.

At the Close: Should You Buy Palantir Stock?

Well, everyone seems to be buying it, considering its 613.86 PE ratio, which, though indicating strong growth expectations, can also signal market euphoria—and that’s where caution comes in. If you’re planning to go long, it might be wise to wait for a pullback toward the support zone highlighted by the Ichimoku Cloud.

Also, keep an eye on its earnings date—May 5—which you can find in StockCharts’ Earnings Calendar. Political and geopolitical shifts are just as critical, having shaken markets throughout April and being likely to keep doing so.

Disclaimer: This blog is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as financial advice. The ideas and strategies should never be used without first assessing your personal and financial situation, or without consulting a financial professional.

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