Leila Farooq

Leila Farooq

Telecom & Media Analyst

Telecom and media analyst covering wireless carriers, broadband, and streaming ecosystems. Background in network economics and competitive strategy. Emphasizes subscriber quality, pricing discipline, spectrum/capex tradeoffs, and content cost leverage.

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Jan 26, 2026 Finance

Nucor Posts Q4 Earnings Below Expectations, Projects Growth for Q1

Steelmaker Experiences Earnings Miss Amid Lower Volumes and Margin Compression, Foresees Uptick in Early 2026

Nucor Corporation reported quarterly earnings and revenue that fell short of analyst forecasts for the fourth quarter, due to decreased volumes and ma...

Strategies to Rebuild Your Retirement Savings in 2025
Jan 26, 2026 Business News

Strategies to Rebuild Your Retirement Savings in 2025

Practical approaches to recover from missed contributions and improve your future financial security

If circumstances in 2025 have led to reduced or halted retirement savings, it's important to recognize that there are actionable steps to regain momen...

Trump Swiftly Appoints Tom Homan to Minnesota Following Fox News Suggestion
Jan 26, 2026 Business News

Trump Swiftly Appoints Tom Homan to Minnesota Following Fox News Suggestion

MAGA Media Concerns Over Minnesota Enforcement Optics Prompt Rapid Federal Response

In response to concerns raised by Fox News about the political and public relations challenges of federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota, Presid...

Arizona Remains Top-Ranked as Nebraska Achieves New Heights in Men's College Basketball
Jan 26, 2026 News & Politics

Arizona Remains Top-Ranked as Nebraska Achieves New Heights in Men's College Basketball

Unbeaten Arizona retains No. 1 spot; Nebraska climbs to program-record No. 5 amid Big Ten challenges

Arizona holds a unanimous No. 1 ranking in the latest AP Top 25 men's college basketball poll, maintaining its undefeated record before a pivotal game...

Jan 26, 2026 Finance

Ryanair's Q3 Results Highlight Clash Between Regulatory Impacts and Market Sentiment

Strong operational metrics clash with an Italian antitrust fine and Elon Musk-related speculation influencing market perceptions

Ryanair Holdings PLC's third quarter performance showcased robust operational growth with rising passenger numbers, improved revenue per passenger, an...

NATO Chief Emphasizes Europe's Dependence on U.S. Military Backing
Jan 26, 2026 News & Politics

NATO Chief Emphasizes Europe's Dependence on U.S. Military Backing

Secretary-General warns Europe must significantly increase defense spending to achieve self-reliance

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte highlighted on Monday that Europe currently lacks the capacity to defend itself without U.S. military support and wo...

Jan 26, 2026 Finance

UPS Forecasts Dimmer Fourth Quarter Earnings Amid Revenue Decline Expectations

A Collection of Leading Analysts Adjust Their Price Targets Ahead of UPS's Upcoming Earnings Report

United Parcel Service Inc. is poised to reveal its fourth-quarter financial performance, with consensus estimates pointing to a decrease in both earni...

Precious Metals Surge While XRP and Altcoins Falter: A Closer Look at Market Shifts
Jan 26, 2026 Finance

Precious Metals Surge While XRP and Altcoins Falter: A Closer Look at Market Shifts

Silver's Remarkable Rise Highlights Challenges Facing Cryptocurrency Assets Amid Geopolitical Tensions and Economic Policy Changes

Over the past six months, XRP has sharply declined against silver, which has surged to historic highs. This divergence reflects broader market trends ...

Jan 26, 2026 Finance

Surging AI Demand Intensifies Memory Chip Shortage with Elevated Prices and Limited Relief Through 2027

Memory chip manufacturers capitalize on AI-driven demand surge as capacity remains constrained, impacting consumer electronics supply and pricing

The escalating investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure has markedly exacerbated demand for memory chips, particularly high-bandwidth memo...

Gold Price Breaks New Ground Surpassing $5000 Per Ounce
Jan 26, 2026 Business News

Gold Price Breaks New Ground Surpassing $5000 Per Ounce

A Landmark Surge Reflects Rising Market Instabilities

Gold prices have reached an unprecedented milestone, climbing above $5000 per ounce for the first time in history. This extraordinary increase highlig...