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PLTR EV/EBITDA Analysis

149.5x

Higher than 95% of Technology sector peers

Updated 285h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Palantir’s current EV/EBITDA of 149.5x means its enterprise value (market cap plus debt minus cash) is 149.5 times its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization — a measure of how expensively the market prices each dollar of operating profit.

Sector Performance

95th percentile

PLTR

149.5x

Sector Median

18.4x

Sector Avg

47.7x

Prior Period

130.3x(Jun 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

This is well above the Technology sector median of 16.9x, placing Palantir in the 92nd percentile among its sector peers, indicating a very high valuation relative to the industry. Although the metric’s trend over the last eight quarters is decreasing, the year-over-year change is not available, while the quarter-over-quarter change shows a +14.7% increase from 130.3x to 149.5x. The combination of an extremely high EV/EBITDA and a long-term decline suggests the stock has historically become cheaper, but the recent quarterly uptick introduces risk that the premium is expanding again. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the extreme valuation level signals caution, yet the longer-term downward trend offers some balance, while the quarterly rise requires monitoring for a potential shift in direction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about PLTR?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

How does PLTR's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

PLTR's EV/EBITDA of 149.5x compares to a Technology sector median of 18.4x, placing it in the 95th percentile.

Who are PLTR's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest Technology peers by EV/EBITDA include: BR (18.5x), SQ (18.2x), AMAT (19.3x), MSFT (23.6x), ADI (24.2x).

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The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.