Palantir Gets a Boost as Citi Bets on a Fresh Commercial Upswing
Citi upgrades Palantir on expectations the US commercial business is reviving, forecasting fiscal 2027 sales growth around 53% (vs ~45% consensus) with commercial revenue up 67% YoY; Citi keeps Buy but trims the price target to $200 from $225 amid valuation concerns, while checks with partners and management point to strength in both commercial and government segments and potential defense-use benefits; investors will watch whether US commercial growth actually accelerates to push further revisions in 2027 estimates.