Trump Promotes Palantir on Truth Social After Stock Purchases

Former President Donald Trump purchased Palantir Technologies stock and later promoted the company on his social media platform, Truth Social, according to financial records obtained by CNBC. The transactions, which occurred between January and March 2026, have sparked questions about potential conflicts of interest.

Records indicate Trump bought between $630,000 and $247,008 worth of Palantir stock during the first quarter of the year and sold at least $1.1 million, as reported by CNBC. During the same period, Trump posted multiple messages about Palantir on Truth Social, highlighting its work with U.S. government contracts and AI capabilities.

Palantir, a U.S.-based enterprise AI company known for its data analytics platforms, has long been involved in defense and intelligence contracts. Trump’s advocacy on Truth Social included statements about the company’s “innovative technology” and its role in national security, according to the report. Federal regulators have not yet commented on whether the activity violates ethical guidelines.

The issue resurfaces debates about former presidents’ financial activities and their public endorsements. Legal experts note that while stock transactions are not inherently problematic, promoting a company in which one holds shares could raise concerns under federal ethics rules.