Stock Analysis on Net

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:PLTR)

Income Statement 
Quarterly Data

Palantir Technologies Inc., consolidated income statement (quarterly data)

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3 months ended: Sep 30, 2025 Jun 30, 2025 Mar 31, 2025 Dec 31, 2024 Sep 30, 2024 Jun 30, 2024 Mar 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021
Revenue 1,181,092 1,003,697 883,855 827,519 725,516 678,134 634,338 608,350 558,159 533,317 525,186 508,624 477,880 473,010 446,357 432,867 392,146 375,642 341,234
Cost of revenue (207,307) (192,934) (172,970) (174,533) (146,639) (128,562) (116,256) (108,639) (107,922) (106,899) (107,645) (104,311) (107,611) (102,224) (94,403) (87,563) (86,804) (90,926) (74,111)
Gross profit 973,785 810,763 710,885 652,986 578,877 549,572 518,082 499,711 450,237 426,418 417,541 404,313 370,269 370,786 351,954 345,304 305,342 284,716 267,123
Sales and marketing (274,636) (243,788) (236,309) (288,295) (209,474) (196,809) (193,177) (197,363) (176,373) (184,163) (187,093) (190,233) (182,918) (168,875) (160,485) (162,593) (153,443) (162,379) (136,097)
Research and development (144,191) (135,043) (134,889) (171,502) (117,555) (108,781) (110,040) (109,283) (105,708) (99,533) (90,100) (82,044) (100,863) (88,171) (88,601) (84,176) (94,316) (110,524) (98,471)
General and administrative (161,702) (162,615) (163,639) (182,146) (138,708) (138,643) (133,984) (127,271) (128,173) (132,648) (136,233) (149,862) (148,679) (155,485) (142,307) (157,478) (149,524) (157,961) (146,569)
Operating expenses (580,529) (541,446) (534,837) (641,943) (465,737) (444,233) (437,201) (433,917) (410,254) (416,344) (413,426) (422,139) (432,460) (412,531) (391,393) (404,247) (397,283) (430,864) (381,137)
Income (loss) from operations 393,256 269,317 176,048 11,043 113,140 105,339 80,881 65,794 39,983 10,074 4,115 (17,826) (62,191) (41,745) (39,439) (58,943) (91,941) (146,148) (114,014)
Interest income 59,762 56,255 50,441 54,727 52,120 46,593 43,352 44,545 36,864 30,310 20,853 12,750 5,540 1,472 547 480 379 372 376
Interest expense (136) (742) (1,317) (1,275) (1,712) (1,082) (670) (594) (601) (609) (590) (1,840)
Other income (expense), net 27,483 6,596 (3,173) 14,768 (8,110) (11,173) (13,507) (3,956) 3,864 (9,024) (2,861) 44,637 (65,046) (135,798) (59,870) (64,118) (8,528) 2,125 (4,894)
Income (loss) before (provision for) benefit from income taxes 480,501 332,168 223,316 80,538 157,150 140,759 110,726 106,247 79,969 30,043 20,832 37,849 (122,779) (176,741) (99,356) (123,182) (100,699) (144,241) (120,372)
(Provision for) benefit from income taxes (3,753) (3,596) (5,599) (3,602) (7,809) (5,189) (4,655) (9,334) (6,530) (2,171) (1,681) (4,360) (1,096) (2,588) (2,023) (33,006) (1,438) 5,661 (3,102)
Net income (loss) 476,748 328,572 217,717 76,936 149,341 135,570 106,071 96,913 73,439 27,872 19,151 33,489 (123,875) (179,329) (101,379) (156,188) (102,137) (138,580) (123,474)
Net (income) loss attributable to noncontrolling interests (1,149) (1,845) (3,686) 2,073 (5,816) (1,444) (541) (3,522) (1,934) 255 (2,349) (2,611)
Net income (loss) attributable to common stockholders 475,599 326,727 214,031 79,009 143,525 134,126 105,530 93,391 71,505 28,127 16,802 30,878 (123,875) (179,329) (101,379) (156,188) (102,137) (138,580) (123,474)

Based on: 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2025-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2024-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2023-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2022-03-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-09-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-06-30), 10-Q (reporting date: 2021-03-31).


Revenue
Revenue shows a consistent upward trend throughout the observed quarters, increasing steadily from approximately $341 million in early 2021 to over $1.18 billion by the first quarter of 2025. This indicates sustained growth in the company's top line.
Cost of Revenue
The cost of revenue also rises over the same period, increasing from about $74 million to over $207 million. While costs fluctuate somewhat, the overall increase appears proportionate to revenue growth, maintaining a relatively stable gross margin.
Gross Profit
Gross profit grows steadily from approximately $267 million in early 2021 to nearly $974 million by early 2025. This reflects the company's ability to scale its operations while maintaining profitability at the gross level.
Operating Expenses
Operating expenses, encompassing sales and marketing, research and development, and general and administrative expenses, exhibit a varied pattern:
Sales and Marketing
Sales and marketing expenditures generally increase over time, rising from about $136 million to highs near $288 million in late 2024, before fluctuating somewhat through early 2025. This suggests a focus on growth and customer acquisition, although some volatility is present.
Research and Development
R&D expenses fluctuate but maintain an upward trend overall, starting near $98 million and rising to over $171 million at a peak in late 2024 before moderate declines. This indicates ongoing investment in innovation and product development.
General and Administrative
General and administrative costs remain relatively stable with moderate growth, increasing from approximately $146 million to around $182 million at their highest point in late 2024, before slightly decreasing again. This reflects consistent overhead management.
Income (Loss) from Operations
Operating income transitions from negative values in early 2021, indicating operating losses, to positive figures beginning in late 2022. The amount grows significantly, reaching over $393 million by early 2025, demonstrating improved operational efficiency and profitability.
Interest Income and Expense
Interest income shows a strong increasing trend, rising from a few hundred thousand to nearly $60 million by early 2025, which positively impacts net income. In contrast, interest expense is relatively minor and decreases over time, suggesting lower borrowing costs or reduced debt levels.
Other Income (Expense), Net
This category shows volatility, with large swings from negative to positive values across periods. Despite this variability, the net effect appears less significant compared to core operational results, and it introduces some unpredictability in overall profitability.
Income Before Taxes
Income before taxes mirrors the operational improvement, moving from consistent losses toward substantial positive earnings starting in late 2022, culminating in close to $481 million by early 2025. This confirms an overall shift to profitability.
Provision for Income Taxes
Income tax expenses fluctuate but remain relatively moderate compared to pre-tax income, indicating effective tax management or benefits, potentially linked to the company's evolving profitability status.
Net Income
Net income follows the trajectory of operating and pre-tax income. Initially, the company reports substantial losses, particularly in 2021 and early 2022. From late 2022 onwards, net income turns positive and increases significantly, reaching nearly $477 million by early 2025. This reflects strong earnings growth and improved financial health.
Net Income Attributable to Common Stockholders
The net income attributable to common stockholders closely tracks total net income trends, transitioning from losses to sustained profits over the period. This indicates enhanced value generation for shareholders moving into the later quarters.