How Palantir Smashed Wall Street Q1 Expectations

Bolstered by government deals, Palantir's Q1 results surpass Wall Street expectations, nearly doubling its US business as revenue grows 85% overall

How Palantir Smashed Wall Street Q1 Expectations

TL;DR

  • Palantir achieved record Q1 2026 results, with overall revenue growing 85% year-over-year.
  • US revenue increased by 104% to US$1.282bn.
  • Revenue from US government customers grew 84% to US$687m.
  • The company's Rule of 40 score reached 145%.
  • Palantir raised its full-year revenue guidance to 71% growth.
  • Total contract value (TCV) reached US$2.41bn, up 61% from the previous year.
  • GAAP income from operations was US$754m, representing a 46% margin.