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PLTR Gross Margin Analysis

84.7%

Higher than 86% of Technology sector peers

Updated 539h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, so 86.8% means Palantir keeps that much of each dollar before other expenses.

Sector Performance

86th percentile

PLTR

84.7%

Sector Median

66.3%

Sector Avg

62.2%

Prior Period

86.8%(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

Gross margin is the share of revenue left after paying direct production costs, so 86.8% means Palantir keeps that much of each dollar before other expenses.

That figure sits well above the sector median of 65.5%, placing the company in the 93rd percentile among technology peers. The trend for this metric is not available: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are listed as N/A, and only the current value is reported. A very high margin paired with no trend data offers a possible opportunity for efficient profit conversion, but it also leaves uncertainty about whether this level is stable or eroding. For investment risk, the high level is favorable, yet the missing trend prevents confirming momentum. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the strong margin is offset by the lack of historical direction, so it neither boosts nor damages the case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Gross Margin tell investors about PLTR?

Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.

How is the Gross Margin calculated?

Gross Margin is calculated as: Gross Profit / Revenue.

How does PLTR's Gross Margin compare to its sector?

PLTR's Gross Margin of 84.7% compares to a Technology sector median of 66.3%, placing it in the 86th percentile.

Who are PLTR's closest peers by Gross Margin?

The closest Technology peers by Gross Margin include: BRZE (65.7%), MSFT (67.2%), ADI (67.3%), TSM (67.7%), MDB (72.2%).

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The Formula

Gross Profit / Revenue

Why It Matters

Gross margin reveals pricing power and cost structure. Software companies often sustain 70–80%; manufacturers typically 30–50%. Expansion is a bullish signal.