Palantir Upgraded as Volatility Sparks “Full Circle” Move


DA Davidson upgrades Palantir amid heavy 2026 volatility and a >20% gap from recent 52-week lows; analyst takeaways and an example options trade examine potential upside.

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Schwab Network turned a bright light on Palantir after a DA Davidson upgrade landed amid a fresh bout of volatility, a reminder that this stock has been doing the full circle dance of 2026, sharp sell-offs followed by quick upgrades and option trades. The segment highlighted both the sell-off since the start of 2026 and that shares still sit more than 20 percent from recent 52-week lows, while an options example underscored how traders are positioning for big moves. For anyone watching PLTR, the clip crystallizes why headlines and flow can swing sentiment faster than fundamentals.