Palantir vs. CrowdStrike: Which Stock Is Worth Holding Forever?

Two of AI's hottest stocks -- Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) and CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) -- are soaring on the back of game-changing innovations. Each dominates its niche, but one boasts a stronger moat and better profitability profile. Here's why one of these AI leaders could deliver explosive upside for investors in 2025 and beyond.

*Stock prices used were the market prices of June 6, 2025. The video was published on June 16, 2025.

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