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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Aldi Accelerates U.S. Store Growth Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns
Jan 13, 2026 News & Politics

Aldi Accelerates U.S. Store Growth Amid Persistent Inflation Concerns

Discount grocer expands footprint with plans for hundreds of new stores and distribution centers as consumers seek budget-friendly food options

With economic uncertainty driving many Americans to reduce dining out and increase home cooking, Aldi has intensified its expansion across the United ...

Jan 13, 2026 Finance

Sony Group Gains Favor as CubeSmart Faces Growth Concerns

Analyst Insights Highlight Sony’s Expanding Entertainment Portfolio and Caution on CubeSmart’s Prospects

Sony Group is recognized as an undervalued investment opportunity, buoyed by its strategic acquisition plans related to the Peanuts franchise. In cont...

December US Consumer Inflation Holds at 2.7% Annually amid Rising Monthly Prices
Jan 13, 2026 Business News

December US Consumer Inflation Holds at 2.7% Annually amid Rising Monthly Prices

Year-End Inflation Data Reflects Persistent Affordability Challenges for Americans

In December, the United States experienced an annual inflation rate of 2.7%, matching November's pace, as reported by the latest Consumer Price Index ...

Fanatics Expands Into Sports Entertainment with New Studio Producing Olympic and Tom Brady Content
Jan 13, 2026 News & Politics

Fanatics Expands Into Sports Entertainment with New Studio Producing Olympic and Tom Brady Content

Fanatics Studios to launch original sports documentaries and collaborate on major event productions

Fanatics, renowned for its sports merchandise offerings, is advancing into the entertainment sector with the creation of Fanatics Studios. This new di...

China Encourages Canada to Pursue Independent Foreign Policy Amid Trade Tensions
Jan 13, 2026 News & Politics

China Encourages Canada to Pursue Independent Foreign Policy Amid Trade Tensions

As Canadian envoy Mark Carney visits Beijing, calls mount for Ottawa to assert strategic autonomy from the United States

During Mark Carney’s visit to China, state media and experts in Beijing are advocating for Canada to adopt a foreign policy independent of US influe...

Understanding Required Minimum Distributions: Key Questions Retirement Savers Should Consider
Jan 13, 2026 Business News

Understanding Required Minimum Distributions: Key Questions Retirement Savers Should Consider

Navigating the complexities of RMDs to optimize your retirement income strategy

Required minimum distributions (RMDs) are mandatory withdrawals from tax-deferred retirement accounts once individuals reach certain ages. These rules...

Jan 13, 2026 Finance

Exxon Mobil Advances Venezuela Oil Asset Evaluation Amid Political Pressure

The energy giant proceeds cautiously with asset reviews following public rebuke from U.S. leadership

Exxon Mobil Corporation is moving ahead with plans to send a technical team to Venezuela to assess the country's oil infrastructure and related assets...

Jan 13, 2026 Trade Ideas

Huntington Bancshares: Tactical Long Into Q1 — Underwritten by Loan Growth and Stable Capital

A measured swing trade ahead of the next quarterly report — entry, stops and targets included.

Huntington (HBAN) looks fundamentally solid heading into the next quarterly report: sequential loan and asset growth, rising revenue and consistent ne...

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Iran’s Nationwide Protests Result in Over 2,000 Deaths Amid Communication Blackout
Jan 13, 2026 News & Politics

Iran’s Nationwide Protests Result in Over 2,000 Deaths Amid Communication Blackout

Mass demonstrations continue despite extensive security crackdowns and international responses

The current wave of protests across Iran has resulted in at least 2,003 fatalities, according to activist sources. These protests, initially sparked b...

Padre Guilherme Blends Faith and Electronic Music in Beirut, Sparking Diverse Reactions
Jan 13, 2026 News & Politics

Padre Guilherme Blends Faith and Electronic Music in Beirut, Sparking Diverse Reactions

Portuguese Catholic priest turns DJ to engage youth and promote peace amid Lebanon's complex social landscape

Guilherme Peixoto, known as Padre Guilherme, a Portuguese Catholic priest and DJ, has gained international attention for merging his religious calling...