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Which Is a Better Defense Stock: Palantir or Rocket Lab?

By Rick Orford | November 26, 2025, 6:00 AM

Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) and Rocket Lab (NASDAQ: RKLB) are emerging as two powerful forces in defense, AI, and space technology. Their momentum, combined with expanding partnerships and rising demand for secure intelligence capabilities, could drive substantial long-term upside. Investors seeking transformative growth may find these companies well-positioned for remarkable future gains.

*Stock prices used were the market prices of Nov. 20, 2025. The video was published on Nov. 24, 2025.

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