Palantir Lifts 2026 Guidance to $7.66B and Tops Q1 Estimates Following Army Deal
Palantir announced a defense collaboration with the U.S. Army and lifted full-year 2026 revenue guidance to $7.65–7.66 billion, well above analysts’ $7.27 billion forecast. The company also exceeded Q1 estimates with $1.63 billion in revenue and $0.33 adjusted EPS, spurring a 3.52% stock gain and higher price targets.
1. Q1 Financial Outperformance
Palantir reported Q1 revenue of $1.63 billion versus consensus of $1.54 billion and adjusted EPS of $0.33 against an estimated $0.28. Government segment revenue surged 84% year-over-year, reflecting robust demand for analytics and AI deployments.
2. Defense Collaboration Deal
The company secured a new partnership with the U.S. Army to integrate its data-analytics platforms into defense operations. This agreement expands Palantir’s footprint in military applications and underscores its strategic role in national security.
3. Guidance Raise and Analyst Response
Palantir raised its full-year 2026 revenue forecast from $7.18–7.20 billion to $7.65–7.66 billion, surpassing the $7.27 billion consensus. In reaction, Rosenblatt raised its price target to $225 and Piper Sandler to $230, citing continued government business momentum.