Market Buzz: Palantir’s Drop, Walmart’s Outlook & Earnings Season Wrap-Up

Key Takeaways:

  • Palantir stock fell 19% due to earnings concerns and future outlook.
  • Walmart’s cautious guidance signaled potential retail sector challenges.
  • The stock market dropped after a weak consumer sentiment report.
  • NVIDIA’s upcoming earnings could be the grand finale of this earnings season.
  • Global events, including the German election, may impact economic trends.
Palantir stock drop - Market Buzz: Palantir’s Drop, Walmart’s Outlook & Earnings Season Wrap-Up

Thanks to a very disappointing University of Michigan consumer sentiment report last Friday, the markets ended the week on a sour note.

To review, the report showed a reading of 64.7, down from 71.7 in January – a 10% decline. The stock market sold off sharply in response, with the S&P 500 and Dow falling 1.7% and the NASDAQ sinking 2.2%.

So, in Sunday’s Market Buzz YouTube video, my friend and colleague Jason Bodner joins me to discuss the numbers and this week’s key economic reports. But first, we begin by previewing a few stocks’ upcoming earnings – including NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA), which will serve as the grand finale for earnings season. We take a closer look at the factors behind Palantir Technologies, Inc. (PLTR) 19% plunge and review Walmart, Inc.’s (WMT) cautious earnings guidance.

Plus, we share our thoughts on President Trump’s bold words on Ukraine and how they could impact peace talks with Russia, as well as the German election and what the outcome could mean for the global economic reports. 

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Sincerely,

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Louis Navellier

Editor, Market 360

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As CEO of TradeSmith, he’s pounding the table to get everyone to pay attention. Because one of their time-tested algorithms just flashed “green” on 10 off-the-radar tech stocks that could deliver generational wealth. So, on Thursday, February 27th, he’s holding a special briefing – and you’ll be blown away by what he reveals. Click here to grab your seat for Thursday’s big event.

The Editor hereby discloses that as of the date of this email, the Editor, directly or indirectly, owns the following securities that are the subject of the commentary, analysis, opinions, advice, or recommendations in, or which are otherwise mentioned in, the essay set forth below:

NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA), Palantir Technologies, Inc. (PLTR) and Walmart, Inc. (WMT)


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