PLTR: Rounding Bottom detected on 31 Aug 2026

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On 31 Aug 2026, our scan flagged PLTR as a rounding bottom setup scoring 72 out of 98 (Good tier), with a 67% win probability based on our historical pattern database and a 0.72 to 1 risk to reward profile from the published levels. This is a swing trade setup: win probability reflects a multi-day swing hold, not an intraday move. At $186.29, the conservative target is $194.36 with a stop at $175.10.

Overall Score
72 of 98
Good
Win Probability
67%
Moderate
Trade R:R
0.72 : 1
$8.07 to target $11.19 to stop
Swing Trading Plan
Entry
$186.29
Target
$194.36
Stop Loss
$175.10
Holding Period
3-7 trading days
Expected Return
+$0.02
Exp. Reward
+$4.14
Exp. Risk
-$4.12

Expected figures are probability-weighted from our historical pattern database; Trade R:R is measured from the entry, target and stop levels.

Current Setup
Palantir is forming a rounding bottom pattern at current price of $186.29, near resistance at $187.91. The structure score of 15/15 and volume score of 12/12 demonstrate a well-defined chart foundation, though the breakout score of 10/13 suggests incomplete momentum confirmation. The 67.31% win probability indicates solid pattern reliability. Current volume at 25M shares runs 53% of the 20-day average, showing cautious accumulation. Position data reveals stock is 75% above 52-week lows and 10% below highs, suggesting consolidation after powerful recent advance. MACD histogram at +0.24 and RSI at 69.28 indicate bullish momentum approaching overbought territory.
Stock Context
In early August 2026, Palantir reported Q2 revenue of $1.935 billion and raised full-year 2026 guidance to $8.15–$8.16 billion. Revenue surged 93% year-over-year with U.S. commercial segment booming 149%. Mercury Systems announced a new partnership with Palantir for supply chain automation and digital factory twins supporting U.S. military programs. Q2 delivered 94% revenue growth and 62% operating margin. The rounding bottom is forming post-earnings euphoria, after stock climbed 52% in one month. Recent pullback from August highs reflects valuation repricing rather than business deterioration, creating a technical setup capturing both momentum exhaustion and rebuilding confidence.
What to Expect
A successful rounding bottom breakout above $187.91 resistance would target $194.36 (conservative measure, +4.3% move), with potential acceleration toward $200 given prior bull flag and cup-handle patterns. Volume confirmation is critical—breakout should exceed the 47M average; current 25M indicates buying still accumulating. The 67.31% historical win probability suggests this pattern completes favorably roughly two-thirds of the time. Pattern invalidation occurs at key support $106.37, though near-term technical support lies closer at ~$180 area based on recent consolidation. The rounding bottom typically requires 4-6 weeks to complete; this setup is in mid-phase consolidation.
Risk Factors
RSI at 69.28 indicates stock is nearing overbought conditions heading into potential breakout, creating risk of sharp pullback if momentum fails. Rich valuation paired with heavy exposure to U.S. government and defense spending poses risk to shifts in budgets or policy. Macro environment remains hostile: interest rate guidance from Jackson Hole has dampened multiple expansion for software stocks. Beta of 0.96 shows stock moves with market, so broad equity weakness poses downside risk. Volume ratio at 0.53 suggests weak relative participation in breakout setup—institutional accumulation may be incomplete. Next catalyst window is Q3 earnings, but macro headwinds could pressure premium valuation if growth expectations disappoint. Watch for any policy shifts affecting government/defense spending.
How We Find and Score This Setup
We scan more than 6,000 NYSE and NASDAQ stocks every trading day and compare each detected pattern against a database of 370,000+ historical detections. Every setup is scored across three dimensions: Structure, Volume, and Breakout Readiness. Win probability is a calibrated estimate of how similar historical setups performed over the following 10 trading days. This is a swing trading tool built for multi-day holds. It is not built or tested for day trading.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PLTR a good swing trade?
PLTR scored 72 out of 98 on our rounding bottom scan, with a 67% historical win probability over a 3-7 trading days hold. Good setup based on our systematic scoring.
What is the entry, target, and stop loss for this setup?
The setup's reference price is $186.29, with a conservative target of $194.36 and a stop loss at $175.10.
What would invalidate this rounding bottom setup?
A close below the stop loss at $175.10 would invalidate the setup and suggest the pattern has failed.
How is the win probability calculated?
Win probability is a calibrated estimate of how similar historical rounding bottom setups performed over the following 10 trading days, drawn from a database of 370,000+ historical pattern detections across 6,000+ NYSE and NASDAQ stocks.
Market & Sector Regime
Market
Bullish 0.61
-1.0 0 +1.0
Technology Sector
Bullish 0.55
-1.0 0 +1.0
Other Patterns Detected Today
Bull Flag
44 days in pattern
Good 32.9
Cup Handle
206 days in pattern
Very Strong 36.0
Ascending Triangle
25 days in pattern
Good 32.5
Bullish Pennant
22 days in pattern
Moderate 29.0
Overall Score
37 of 40
Exceptional
Pattern Quality
18 of 20
Exceptional
Setup
11 of 20
Fair
R/R
6 of 18
Weak
Context
Pattern Quality Score
15 of 15
Exceptional
Structure
10 of 13
Good
Breakout
12 of 12
Exceptional
Volume
Recent Performance
+3.5%
1W
+7.0%
2W
+52.4%
1M
+19.0%
3M
Momentum & Trend
RSI (14)
69.3
Neutral
MACD Histogram
+0.24
Bullish
Bollinger Band Position
79.2%
Upper Zone
Volatility & Risk
20-Day Volatility
1.14
Very High
ATR %
3.7%
Medium
Beta
0.96
Market
Volume Analysis
Volume Ratio
0.53x
Below Avg
20-Day Avg Vol
47.1M
shares / day
Current Volume
25.1M
shares traded
Price Levels
52W High
$207.52
Target
$194.36
Resistance
$187.91
Current
$186.29
Stop Loss
$175.10
52W Low
$106.37
Support
$106.37
Disclaimer: This analysis is algorithmically generated for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Past pattern performance does not guarantee future results. Win probabilities are based on historical data across 370,000+ observations. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor. AI-assisted contextual analysis by Claude (Anthropic). Indicators reflect values at time of detection.