Tom doing end zone dance and shining his halo

Because, I and a number of my clients owned Palantir, going back 18 months. Probably never happen again in my professional or personal life.

This is from chatGPT – and of course numerous sources.

In 2024, the S&P 500 experienced a significant rise of 25%, with several companies achieving remarkable total returns, including dividends. The top ten performers were:

1. 1. Palantir Technologies (PLTR): Achieved a total return of 340.5%, driven by accelerated revenue growth and substantial government contracts.

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   2. Vistra (VST): Recorded a 257.9% return, benefiting from surging electricity prices.

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   3. Nvidia (NVDA): Posted a 171.2% return, maintaining its leadership in the AI chip sector.

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   4. GE Vernova (GEV): Experienced a 150.6% return, following its spin-off from General Electric and focus on renewable energy.

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   5. United Airlines (UAL): Achieved a 135.3% return, reflecting a strong rebound in the travel industry.

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   6. Axon Enterprise (AXON): Recorded a 129.9% return, driven by increased demand for its public safety technologies.

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   7. Texas Pacific Land (TPL): Posted a 113.9% return, benefiting from its oil and gas royalties and land holdings.

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   8. Broadcom (AVGO): Achieved a 107.7% return, supported by strong performance in the semiconductor industry.

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   9. Targa Resources (TRGP): Experienced a 105.5% return, capitalizing on increased demand in the energy sector.

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   10. Howmet Aerospace (HWM): Recorded a 102.1% return, reflecting growth in the aerospace components market.

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These companies significantly outperformed the broader market, contributing to the S&P 500's robust performance in 2024.