It was surely the moment of the match for Arsenal, albeit the bar was set low. The Carabao Cup final on Sunday appeared to be beyond them, Manchester City 2-0 up with 20 minutes to go and now Rayan Cherki was taking the mickey. The City winger controlled a crossfield pass on his chest and proceeded to play a bit of keepy-uppy. Ben White was having none of it and when the ball was returned to Cherk...
It was surely the moment of the match for Arsenal, albeit the bar was set low. The Carabao Cup final on Sunday appeared to be beyond them, Manchester City 2-0 up with 20 minutes to go and now Rayan Cherki was taking the mickey. The City winger controlled a crossfield pass on his chest and proceeded to play a bit of keepy-uppy. Ben White was having none of it and when the ball was returned to Cherki, the Arsenal right-back smashed through him, picking up a yellow card but able to sport it like a badge of honour. The City manager, Pep Guardiola, shook his head – definitely at Cherki – and it is fair to say that White’s old‑school reaction played well with everyone at Arsenal. What of Thomas Tuchel? The England manager, who was in the Wembley posh seats, has never been averse to a bit of devilment. Less than 24 hours later, he had given White an England recall. It was not for that reason, of course – however much fun it might be to imagine it that way. Tuchel has wanted to involve White ever since he named his first squad last March. It has not been possible, mainly because of White’s injury problems. The stars have finally aligned, Jarell Quansah’s withdrawal giving Tuchel the opportunity he has long talked about in private – and with White, as well. Tuchel, already without his first-choice right-back, Reece James, because of injury, was never going to turn to Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is so far down the pecking order he barely has a place on it. Tuchel has Djed Spence in front of him and Tino Livramento, who he has also recalled for the Wembley friendlies against Uruguay on Friday and Japan next Tuesday. Livramento has been kept out of the Newcastle starting XI for the last two matches by Kieran Trippier, who announced his England retirement in 2024. The wider point with White is that hot takes and popular perceptions can be misleading. The 28-year-old is sometimes seen as the footballer who hates football; he is this generation’s Benoît Assou-Ekotto. It is based o...
Available for over a year Today, President Trump has extended his initial 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to unblock the Strait of Hormuz to five days. The President said Iran has 'one more chance at peace', following what he called “good and productive conversations”. But, while Sir Keir Starmer said he was aware the talks had taken place, Iran has denied speaking to the US and has called Trump’s claim...
Available for over a year Today, President Trump has extended his initial 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to unblock the Strait of Hormuz to five days. The President said Iran has 'one more chance at peace', following what he called “good and productive conversations”. But, while Sir Keir Starmer said he was aware the talks had taken place, Iran has denied speaking to the US and has called Trump’s claims of talks ‘fake news’. To help us make sense of the head-spinning pace of the US-Israel war with Iran, James and Chris are joined by economics editor Faisal Islam and chief presenter Caitriona Perry in Washington. Apply for tickets to Castfest here https://www.bbc.co.uk/showsandtours/shows/castfest-2026 You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If you want to listen, just say "Ask BBC Sounds to play Newscast”. It works on most smart speakers. You can join our Newscast online community here: https://bbc.in/newscastdiscord Get in touch with Newscast by emailing newscast@bbc.co.uk or send us a WhatsApp on +44 0330 123 9480. New episodes released every day. If you're in the UK, for more News and Current Affairs podcasts from the BBC, listen on BBC Sounds: https://bbc.in/4guXgXd Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the BBC. The presenter was James Cook. It was made by Anna Harris with Shiler Mahmoudi. The social producers were Jem Westgate and Sophie Millward. The technical producer was James Piper. The assistant editor was Jack Maclaren. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham. Programme Website
stockcam Spotify ( SPOT ) has conducted additional job cuts in its podcast group, with roughly 3% of staff at The Ringer and Spotify Studios let go. Last June the division reduced its headcount by 5%. While the company would not comment on the action, sources internally say the job cuts are not about cost-cutting but rather an effort to create a leaner management structure to facilitate “speed and...
stockcam Spotify ( SPOT ) has conducted additional job cuts in its podcast group, with roughly 3% of staff at The Ringer and Spotify Studios let go. Last June the division reduced its headcount by 5%. While the company would not comment on the action, sources internally say the job cuts are not about cost-cutting but rather an effort to create a leaner management structure to facilitate “speed and alignment across teams,” Variety reported, as the company continues to invest in growth areas in its podcast business. Among the programs affected by the job cuts is New York, New York With John Jastremski, a sports show included in Spotify’s $250M acquisition of The Ringer from ESPN in 2020. More on Spotify Spotify: Strong Moat, But The Next Phase Of Growth Looks Harder Spotify: Intense Competition And A Weak Moat Have Me Hitting Pause (Rating Upgrade) Spotify Just Posted Its Best Year Ever; We Think It Should Get Better Gold surrenders 2026 gains as war-driven inflation sparks rate hike fears; silver plunges 11% Global recorded music revenue hit $31.7B in 2025 as paid streaming surged
Expand NASDAQ : SMCI Super Micro Computer Today's Change ( 5.31 %) $ 1.09 Current Price $ 21.62 Key Data Points Market Cap $12B Day's Range $ 19.49 - $ 22.14 52wk Range $ 19.49 - $ 62.36 Volume 4.2M Avg Vol 33M Gross Margin 8.02 % Super Micro Computer (SMCI +5.31%), developer of modular server and storage solutions, closed Monday at $21.58, up 5.11%. The stock bounced during the regular session as...
Expand NASDAQ : SMCI Super Micro Computer Today's Change ( 5.31 %) $ 1.09 Current Price $ 21.62 Key Data Points Market Cap $12B Day's Range $ 19.49 - $ 22.14 52wk Range $ 19.49 - $ 62.36 Volume 4.2M Avg Vol 33M Gross Margin 8.02 % Super Micro Computer (SMCI +5.31%), developer of modular server and storage solutions, closed Monday at $21.58, up 5.11%. The stock bounced during the regular session as investors weighed governance and legal risks from the alleged AI‑server export‑control scheme against short‑term bargain hunting and shifting analyst views, and they are watching how investigations and potential index‑membership questions evolve. Trading volume reached 114 million shares, coming in about 240% above its three-month average of 33 million shares. Super Micro Computer IPO'd in 2007 and has grown 2,338% since going public. How the markets moved today The S&P 500 (^GSPC +1.15%) advanced 1.15% to 6,581, while the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC +1.38%) added 1.38% to finish at 21,947. Among computer hardware industry peers, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE +2.90%) closed at $22.32, up 2.90%, and Dell Technologies (DELL +4.39%) finished at $164.59, gaining 4.39% as investors reassessed AI‑infrastructure demand. What this means for investors Investors should remember that Monday’s 5.11% bounce in Super Micro Computer’s stock came on a day when the market itself experienced a fairly strong rally. It also followed a week of concerning news for the company. Shares fell more than 32% last week as investors learned of a federal indictment alleging a $2.5 billion AI‑server export‑control scheme to China that is heightening legal and reputational uncertainty for shareholders. Time will tell how that indictment turns out, but there have been consensus “hold“ ratings and modest price targets from analysts, reinforcing skepticism about Super Micro Computer’s risk‑reward profile after the legal fallout. Another layer of complexity is Super Micro’s status in the S&P 500. Should the rec...
Key Points Bristol Myers has historically been a good and safe dividend stock to own. A strong track record, however, doesn't guarantee future payments will be safe. The company faces an uncertain future due to multiple patent cliffs. 10 stocks we like better than Bristol Myers Squibb › A big theme for investors in 2026 has been to buy dividend stocks. They can make for valuable investments for no...
Key Points Bristol Myers has historically been a good and safe dividend stock to own. A strong track record, however, doesn't guarantee future payments will be safe. The company faces an uncertain future due to multiple patent cliffs. 10 stocks we like better than Bristol Myers Squibb › A big theme for investors in 2026 has been to buy dividend stocks. They can make for valuable investments for not only the recurring income they can generate but also their stability, as they are often fairly safe investments to hang on to. Companies that pay dividends normally have strong financials that enable them to make regular payments -- but that doesn't make them guarantees. Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) is a top healthcare company that pays a great dividend. It currently yields 4.4%, which is far above the S&P 500 average of 1.2%. At first glance, it may seem like a no-brainer dividend stock. But with patent cliffs looming and big question marks about its future, is that really the case? Will AI create the world's first trillionaire? Our team just released a report on the one little-known company, called an "Indispensable Monopoly" providing the critical technology Nvidia and Intel both need. Continue » The past doesn't predict the future when it comes to dividends A big mistake investors can make when looking at dividend stocks is giving too much importance to their track records. As impressive as dividend streaks are, they can be broken, and policies can be changed, especially when a company faces adversity and needs to direct cash to other places. Bristol Myers faces a tough road ahead as it is facing patent cliffs in the coming years on multiple key drugs, including Eliquis and Opdivo. As generic competition intensifies, its top line could suffer, resulting in lower earnings and less cash flow to fund dividend payments. The company may also be compelled to take on acquisitions to lessen the blow, putting further pressure on its cash. Last year, the company's revenue w...
US Weighs Deployment Of Elite Airborne Troops As Hawks Push Kharg Island Takeover A steady flow of headlines continue to point in the direction of escalation in Iran and around the Persian Gulf, even as President Trump has touted backchannel dialogue with Tehran, which Iranian leaders have denied . The NY Times writes Monday afternoon, "Senior military officials are weighing a possible deployment ...
US Weighs Deployment Of Elite Airborne Troops As Hawks Push Kharg Island Takeover A steady flow of headlines continue to point in the direction of escalation in Iran and around the Persian Gulf, even as President Trump has touted backchannel dialogue with Tehran, which Iranian leaders have denied . The NY Times writes Monday afternoon, "Senior military officials are weighing a possible deployment of a combat brigade from the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division and some elements of the division’s headquarters staff to support U.S. military operations in Iran, defense officials said." US Army file image A combat brigade would suggest some 3,000 additional elite soldiers , as the thousands of Marines currently still en route from Japan as well as from San Diego. The first group of Marines is reportedly expected to arrive to the Mideast region Friday, which would coincide with President Trump's announced five day pause on energy infrastructure strikes. US officials speaking to the Times have made clear that the Airborne planning is just that - a preparatory phase which has not formally been ordered by the Pentagon or CENTCOM. All of this comes amid speculation that Trump could order some kind of assault and takeover of Kharg Island : Another possibility being considered, should President Trump authorize U.S. troops to seize the island, is an attack by about 2,500 troops from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, which is on its way to the region. The airfield on Kharg Island was damaged by the recent U.S. bombing raids so former U.S. commanders said it was more likely to first bring in Marines, whose combat engineers could quickly repair airfields and other airport infrastructure . Once the airfield is repaired, the Air Force could start flowing matériel and supplies, as well as troops, if necessary, by C-130s. In that scenario, it is possible that the troops from the 82nd Airborne would augment the Marines . The upside of going with paratroopers is they can arrive overnight. T...
In trading on Monday, shares of Bny Mellon Municipal Bond Infrastructure Fund Inc (Symbol: DMB) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $10.57, changing hands as low as $10.53 per share. Bny Mellon Municipal Bond Infrastructure Fund Inc shares are currently trading down about 0.7% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of DMB shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Loo...
In trading on Monday, shares of Bny Mellon Municipal Bond Infrastructure Fund Inc (Symbol: DMB) crossed below their 200 day moving average of $10.57, changing hands as low as $10.53 per share. Bny Mellon Municipal Bond Infrastructure Fund Inc shares are currently trading down about 0.7% on the day. The chart below shows the one year performance of DMB shares, versus its 200 day moving average: Looking at the chart above, DMB's low point in its 52 week range is $9.58 per share, with $11.28 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $10.53. Click here to find out which 9 other stocks recently crossed below their 200 day moving average » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
In trading on Monday, shares of the Invesco BulletShares 2027 Corporate Bond ETF (Symbol: BSCR) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $19.58 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls be...
In trading on Monday, shares of the Invesco BulletShares 2027 Corporate Bond ETF (Symbol: BSCR) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $19.58 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls below 30. In the case of Invesco BulletShares 2027 Corporate Bond, the RSI reading has hit 27.1 — by comparison, the RSI reading for the S&P 500 is currently 39.9. A bullish investor could look at BSCR's 27.1 reading as a sign that the recent heavy selling is in the process of exhausting itself, and begin to look for entry point opportunities on the buy side. Looking at a chart of one year performance (below), BSCR's low point in its 52 week range is $19.41 per share, with $19.80 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $19.59. Invesco BulletShares 2027 Corporate Bond shares are currently trading off about 0.3% on the day. Find out what 9 other oversold stocks you need to know about » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
In trading on Monday, shares of the Virtus Newfleet Short Duration Core Plus Bond ETF (Symbol: SDCP) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $25.57 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading fal...
In trading on Monday, shares of the Virtus Newfleet Short Duration Core Plus Bond ETF (Symbol: SDCP) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $25.57 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls below 30. In the case of Virtus Newfleet Short Duration Core Plus Bond, the RSI reading has hit 29.1 — by comparison, the RSI reading for the S&P 500 is currently 39.9. A bullish investor could look at SDCP's 29.1 reading as a sign that the recent heavy selling is in the process of exhausting itself, and begin to look for entry point opportunities on the buy side. Looking at a chart of one year performance (below), SDCP's low point in its 52 week range is $25.57 per share, with $27.06 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $25.57. Virtus Newfleet Short Duration Core Plus Bond shares are currently trading down about 0.5% on the day. Find out what 9 other oversold stocks you need to know about » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
In trading on Monday, shares of the Invesco BulletShares 2028 Municipal Bond ETF (Symbol: BSMS) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $23.3901 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls ...
In trading on Monday, shares of the Invesco BulletShares 2028 Municipal Bond ETF (Symbol: BSMS) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $23.3901 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls below 30. In the case of Invesco BulletShares 2028 Municipal Bond, the RSI reading has hit 28.3 — by comparison, the RSI reading for the S&P 500 is currently 39.9. A bullish investor could look at BSMS's 28.3 reading as a sign that the recent heavy selling is in the process of exhausting itself, and begin to look for entry point opportunities on the buy side. Looking at a chart of one year performance (below), BSMS's low point in its 52 week range is $22.41 per share, with $23.70 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $23.45. Invesco BulletShares 2028 Municipal Bond shares are currently trading down about 0.2% on the day. Find out what 9 other oversold stocks you need to know about » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Shares in Vitesse Energy (VTS 5.20%) were down by 6.6% at 12:30 a.m. today, only to recover a little later in the afternoon. The move comes as the price of oil corrected in light of President Trump's commentary on a constructive dialogue with the regime in Iran. While Iran has denied that any negotiations have taken place, investors are pricing in a more favorable outcome to the conflict, and one ...
Shares in Vitesse Energy (VTS 5.20%) were down by 6.6% at 12:30 a.m. today, only to recover a little later in the afternoon. The move comes as the price of oil corrected in light of President Trump's commentary on a constructive dialogue with the regime in Iran. While Iran has denied that any negotiations have taken place, investors are pricing in a more favorable outcome to the conflict, and one that could take the pressure off of oil supplies. Vitesse Energy's business model offers some protection As an oil company with significant exposure to higher-cost oil in the Bakken formation (primarily North Dakota), Vitesse is sensitive to oil prices. Vitesse operates an unusual business model: it owns and operates only 9% of the wells in which it has an operating interest, with the rest coming from owning stakes in wells operated by other oil producers. The company uses hedging to protect against downside risk from falling energy prices (64% of its expected oil production in 2026 is hedged, as is 44% of its expected natural gas production). In theory, the hedging strategy should isolate the risk in what the company does best: identifying, investing, and participating in productive oil wells in the Bakken. However, the reality is that oil producers, including the operators Vitesse invests in, will likely restrain activity if oil prices decline. Expand NYSE : VTS Vitesse Energy Today's Change ( -5.20 %) $ -1.03 Current Price $ 18.86 Key Data Points Market Cap $791M Day's Range $ 18.59 - $ 19.67 52wk Range $ 17.44 - $ 27.15 Volume 26K Avg Vol 434K Gross Margin 18.87 % Dividend Yield 13.51 % Where next for Vitesse Energy Energy markets are likely to remain volatile, and Vitesse and other oil stocks offer protection until there is a firm resolution to the conflict; they are worth holding to protect a larger and broader portfolio of stocks.
In trading on Monday, shares of the Invesco BulletShares 2028 Corporate Bond ETF (Symbol: BSCS) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $20.35 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls be...
In trading on Monday, shares of the Invesco BulletShares 2028 Corporate Bond ETF (Symbol: BSCS) entered into oversold territory, changing hands as low as $20.35 per share. We define oversold territory using the Relative Strength Index, or RSI, which is a technical analysis indicator used to measure momentum on a scale of zero to 100. A stock is considered to be oversold if the RSI reading falls below 30. In the case of Invesco BulletShares 2028 Corporate Bond, the RSI reading has hit 29.3 — by comparison, the RSI reading for the S&P 500 is currently 39.9. A bullish investor could look at BSCS's 29.3 reading as a sign that the recent heavy selling is in the process of exhausting itself, and begin to look for entry point opportunities on the buy side. Looking at a chart of one year performance (below), BSCS's low point in its 52 week range is $20.07 per share, with $20.69 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $20.39. Invesco BulletShares 2028 Corporate Bond shares are currently trading off about 0.2% on the day. Find out what 9 other oversold stocks you need to know about » Also see: The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
Key Points Forefront Analytics, LLC acquired 165,743 shares of iShares ESG Aware MSCI EM ETF (ESGE) Quarter-end position value rose by $7.47 million, reflecting both trading activity and price movements Transaction equaled 6.45% of 13F reportable assets under management Post-trade stake: 363,728 shares valued at $16.07 million ESGE now represents 14.18% of the fund's AUM, placing it outside the fu...
Key Points Forefront Analytics, LLC acquired 165,743 shares of iShares ESG Aware MSCI EM ETF (ESGE) Quarter-end position value rose by $7.47 million, reflecting both trading activity and price movements Transaction equaled 6.45% of 13F reportable assets under management Post-trade stake: 363,728 shares valued at $16.07 million ESGE now represents 14.18% of the fund's AUM, placing it outside the fund's top five holdings 10 stocks we like better than iShares - iShares Esg Aware Msci Em ETF › What happened According to a Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filing dated February 17, 2026, Forefront Analytics, LLC increased its holding in iShares ESG Aware MSCI EM ETF (NASDAQ:ESGE) by 165,743 shares. The fund’s quarter-end position value increased by $7.47 million, a figure that includes both new purchases and market price changes. What else to know This was a buy; ESGE now accounts for 14.18% of Forefront Analytics, LLC's 13F reportable assets Top holdings after the filing: NASDAQ: ESGD: $20.08 million (17.7% of AUM) NYSEMKT: MTUM: $12.68 million (11.2% of AUM) NYSEMKT: VWO: $9.74 million (8.6% of AUM) NYSEMKT: HDV: $8.43 million (7.4% of AUM) NYSEMKT: VEA: $7.70 million (6.8% of AUM) As of February 17, 2026, shares were priced at $49.08, up 40.0% over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500 by 29.0 percentage points. The fund’s dividend yield was 2.25%, with shares sitting 1.6% below their 52-week high as of February 18, 2026. ETF overview Metric Value AUM 6.63 billion Dividend yield 2.21% One-year total return 28.40% Price (as of market close 2/17/26) $49.08 ETF snapshot iShares ESG Aware MSCI EM ETF offers institutional investors a scalable vehicle to access emerging market equities while integrating environmental, social, and governance criteria. Its fund structure is an open-ended ETF designed for investors seeking ESG-aware emerging market exposure. The ETF’s portfolio primarily consists of a diversified basket of emerging market stocks, optimized to maintai...
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock pushed meaningfully higher on March 23 after the Pentagon designated its Maven Smart System as a “program of record.” PLTR is now trading just below its 200-day moving average (MA). A clear break above the $163 level would signal a long-term trend reversal that may trigger a fresh wave of institutional buying. Despite the rally on Monday, Palantir shares remain d...
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock pushed meaningfully higher on March 23 after the Pentagon designated its Maven Smart System as a “program of record.” PLTR is now trading just below its 200-day moving average (MA). A clear break above the $163 level would signal a long-term trend reversal that may trigger a fresh wave of institutional buying. Despite the rally on Monday, Palantir shares remain down more than 10% versus their YTD high. Does the Pentagon News Warrant Buying Palantir Stock? The Pentagon announcement is bullish for PLTR shares as it confirms that Maven is now officially codified into the military’s long-term budget and operational infrastructure. It effectively eliminates the pilot phase uncertainty, locking Palantir into the administration’s core command-and-control workflows. This secures highly predictable, high-margin federal revenue for Palantir Technologies. In short, by embedding its Ontology platform at the heart of military decision-making, PLTR just made its software significantly more difficult to displace, reinforcing its lead in the defense-tech arms race. Why PLTR Shares’ Premium Is Justified in 2026 While Palantir shares have already recovered sharply from their year-to-date low, Mizuho remains constructive, seeing them reaching $195 by the end of this year. In their latest research note, the firm’s analysts highlighted PLTR’s unique ability to scale complex AI deployments where others fail. According to them, this AI stock is a category killer, “delivering total revenue growth, acceleration, and margin expansion at scale that is unlike anything else in software.” Mizuho analysts agreed that Palantir is trading at a massive premium, but dubbed it well-deserved, given the firm’s gross margin is currently hovering around an exceptional 82%. At the time of writing, PLTR’s relative strength index (14-day) sits at about 60 only, signaling it has significant further room for upside. What’s the Consensus Rating on Palantir Technologies? Intere...
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock pushed meaningfully higher on March 23 after the Pentagon designated its Maven Smart System as a “program of record.” PLTR is now trading just below its 200-day moving average (MA). A clear break above the $163 level would signal a long-term trend reversal that may trigger a fresh wave of institutional buying. Despite the rally on Monday, Palantir shares remain d...
Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock pushed meaningfully higher on March 23 after the Pentagon designated its Maven Smart System as a “program of record.” PLTR is now trading just below its 200-day moving average (MA). A clear break above the $163 level would signal a long-term trend reversal that may trigger a fresh wave of institutional buying. Despite the rally on Monday, Palantir shares remain down more than 10% versus their YTD high. More News from Barchart www.barchart.com Does the Pentagon News Warrant Buying Palantir Stock? The Pentagon announcement is bullish for PLTR shares as it confirms that Maven is now officially codified into the military’s long-term budget and operational infrastructure. It effectively eliminates the pilot phase uncertainty, locking Palantir into the administration’s core command-and-control workflows. This secures highly predictable, high-margin federal revenue for Palantir Technologies. In short, by embedding its Ontology platform at the heart of military decision-making, PLTR just made its software significantly more difficult to displace, reinforcing its lead in the defense-tech arms race. Why PLTR Shares’ Premium Is Justified in 2026 While Palantir shares have already recovered sharply from their year-to-date low, Mizuho remains constructive, seeing them reaching $195 by the end of this year. In their latest research note, the firm’s analysts highlighted PLTR’s unique ability to scale complex AI deployments where others fail. According to them, this AI stock is a category killer, “delivering total revenue growth, acceleration, and margin expansion at scale that is unlike anything else in software.” Mizuho analysts agreed that Palantir is trading at a massive premium, but dubbed it well-deserved, given the firm’s gross margin is currently hovering around an exceptional 82%. At the time of writing, PLTR’s relative strength index (14-day) sits at about 60 only, signaling it has significant further room for upside. What’s the Consensu...