Heightened volatility in U.S. equities has led to a surge in interest among retail investors looking to capitalize on potential rebounds in key stocks. Palantir, founded by Peter Thiel, has garnered attention for its data analytics solutions and recent contract with the National Health Services in England. Despite lower-than-expected guidance impacting its stock price, Palantir remains a notable player in the market.
Tesla, facing challenges in the EV market, has seen a decline in deliveries and increased competition from companies like Rivian and Chinese EV makers. With its share price down over 30% year-to-date, retail investors may view this as an opportunity to invest in the struggling EV maker.
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has shown positive developments with its Google Cloud segment turning a significant operating profit in Q1. With a relatively low valuation compared to tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon, Alphabet could attract retail investors seeking growth opportunities.