Mobileye, Palantir Tech And Affirm Are Among Top Large Cap Losers Last Week (Jan 6-10): Are The Others In Your Portfolio?

The week of January 6-10, 2025, saw significant losses for several large-cap stocks, including Mobileye (MBLY), Palantir Technologies (PLTR), and Affirm (AFRM). These companies experienced declines in their stock prices due to a combination of market sentiment, analyst ratings, valuation concerns, regulatory risks, credit risk, and guidance disappointment. As an investor, it is essential to evaluate the potential recovery opportunities for these stocks and consider the impact on your portfolio.

Mobileye (MBLY) stock price decreased by -50.93% in the last 52 weeks, with a beta of 0.29, indicating lower price volatility compared to the market average. The company has a strong financial position, with a current ratio of 5.80 and a Debt/Equity ratio of 0.00. However, Mobileye's return on equity (ROE) is -21.94%, and return on invested capital (ROIC) is -1.71%, suggesting that the company is not currently generating profits. The average price target for MBLY is $23.39, which is 54.31% higher than the current price, and the consensus rating is "Buy."

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) stock price has decreased by -38.51% from the latest price of $67.26. The company has strong fundamentals, with revenue growth of 28.76% for the last twelve months and an expected EPS growth of 331.0% for the upcoming fiscal year. Palantir's EBITDA/Sales ratio is relatively high, resulting in high margins before depreciation, amortization, and taxes. The prospective high growth for the next fiscal years is among the main assets of the company. The average price target of analysts has been revised upwards over the last four months, with a current average target of $41.36, indicating a potential upside of -38.51% from the current stock price.

Affirm (AFRM) stock price has decreased by -15% post-inclusion in the Nasdaq-100 index. The company faces heightened credit risk as buy now, pay later (BNPL) users are more likely to have higher levels of credit card debt and lower credit scores in the subprime range. This could lead to users failing to make payments on time, negatively impacting Affirm's financial performance. Additionally, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's intention to subject BNPL firms to the same supervisory examination as banks and credit unions poses a potential threat, increasing regulatory scrutiny and potentially hindering Affirm's growth.



As an investor, it is crucial to monitor the performance of these companies and consider the potential recovery opportunities they present. Mobileye, Palantir Technologies, and Affirm have all experienced significant losses in recent weeks, but their fundamentals and market positions suggest that they may have potential for recovery in the near future. By staying informed about the latest developments and evaluating the impact on your portfolio, you can make more informed investment decisions.