12 Most Widely Held Stocks by Individuals in 2025

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9. Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 64

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR) is a software and data analytics company specializing in AI, big data processing, and decision intelligence solutions for government agencies and commercial enterprises. The company operates through two primary platforms: Palantir Gotham, designed for defense, intelligence, and law enforcement applications, and Palantir Foundry, which enables businesses to integrate and analyze large-scale data for operational efficiency and decision-making. PLTR serves industries such as defense, healthcare, finance, energy, and manufacturing, providing AI-powered tools for data-driven insights, risk management, and automation. The US-based company ranked second on our recent list of 12 Best Multibagger Stocks to Buy in 2025.

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR) posted outstanding Q4 2024 results, with revenue surging 36% year-over-year and 14% sequentially to reach $828 million. The company’s US operations were particularly strong, with overall US revenue increasing 52% YoY. This growth was driven by a 64% jump in US commercial revenue and a 45% rise in US government revenue. PLTR also secured a record number of high-value contracts during the quarter, closing 32 deals worth at least $10 million each. The total contract value reached $1.8 billion, marking a 56% increase from the previous year. Profitability remained a highlight, with the adjusted operating margin hitting a record 45% and the Rule of 40 scores climbing to 81 in Q4.

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR)’s AI-driven platform, particularly AIP, continues to fuel expansion, helping grow its US commercial customer base nearly fivefold over the past three years. Looking ahead, the company projects full-year 2025 revenue to reach approximately $3.749 billion at the midpoint, reflecting a 31% annual growth rate. Unlike competitors still focused on AI model development, PLTR has successfully converted AI capabilities into high-value, real-world applications. International commercial growth remains steady, supported by renewals from long-term clients, but the US remains the company’s primary growth engine. Besides 64 hedge funds owning the stock, PLTR is also one of the most widely held stocks by individuals.

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