Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) has experienced a 350% surge in its stock price, a performance attributed by CEO and cofounder Alex Karp to the company's contrarian strategy of focusing on government and enterprise software. Karp, recognized as one of TIME magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2025, has embraced a techno-nationalist stance, advocating for Western power and maintaining an aggressive approach to business. This strategy, which involves doubling down on government contracts despite criticism, has resonated with investors and followers alike. Karp recently co-authored the New York Times bestseller "The Technological Republic." The company's success is seen as a classic American story of perseverance and focus on winning. Meanwhile, Palantir's cofounder Alon Cohen has expressed confidence in the company's competitive position. The stock's upward trajectory reflects investor approval of Palantir's business model and leadership.