The sudden reversal shows how the hottest AI trade and top-performing stock of the year is colliding with a broader market rotation out of big tech.

Palantir's price-to-sales ratio of 114 is way above OpenAI's 17. Palantir's success in defense work could block access to growth as enterprise AI payoff remains elusive

In recent days, Palantir's stock has been showing signs of slowing down. After hitting a new all-time high of $190 on Aug. 12, it has proceeded to trade lower. By Monday, the AI stock would close at just over $174 -- down 8% from its recent high.