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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China, Russia, Iran Join South Africa for Maritime Drills Amid Rising Global Tensions
Jan 9, 2026 News & Politics

China, Russia, Iran Join South Africa for Maritime Drills Amid Rising Global Tensions

Multinational naval exercises underway off Cape Town coast as geopolitical frictions intensify

Warships from China, Russia, Iran, and host South Africa commenced a week-long series of naval exercises near Cape Town. Conducted under the BRICS all...

Early Signs of Division Emerge Within Republican Ranks Ahead of Midterm Elections
Jan 9, 2026 News & Politics

Early Signs of Division Emerge Within Republican Ranks Ahead of Midterm Elections

As the midterm election cycle begins, Republican lawmakers exhibit growing independence from President Trump amid discord over foreign policy and healthcare.

The Republican Party is showing early signs of internal fractures as the midterm election year gets underway. Although President Trump galvanized Hous...

Jan 9, 2026 Trade Ideas

Meritage Homes (MTH) - Buy the Pullback as Green Shoots Turn into Real Cash Flow

Balance-sheet strength and improving operating momentum make MTH an actionable long with asymmetric upside

Meritage Homes looks attractively priced after a steady recovery in the share price. The company carries a clean balance sheet (equity roughly $5.29B)...

Trade Idea Long
Jan 9, 2026 Trade Ideas

Upgrade to Buy: Karooooo (KARO) Looks Like a Profitable Growth Replay

Recurring telematics revenue, rising dividends and a resilient price base make KARO a tactical long for swing/position traders

<p>I am upgrading Karooooo Ltd. (KARO) to a Buy. The combination of subscription-heavy Cartrack revenue, a clear payout track record and a mid-$40 sha...

Trade Idea Long
Limited Release of Venezuelan Detainees Draws Hope and Concern
Jan 9, 2026 News & Politics

Limited Release of Venezuelan Detainees Draws Hope and Concern

Only a small fraction of politically detained prisoners freed amid ongoing uncertainty

Venezuela's government announced the release of prisoners labeled as political detainees, yet human rights organizations report only nine individuals ...

Jan 9, 2026 Trade Ideas

AMD Selloff Creates a Tactical Long - Buy the Dip, Size for Volatility

Sentiment-driven pullback into fundamentally strong numbers; tactical long with tight sizing.

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has fallen from its late‑2025 highs into the low $200s on headline rotation and AI sector volatility. The company deliv...

Trade Idea Long
Jan 9, 2026 Finance

Nuvve Holding Corp. Navigates Compliance and Business Restructuring Amid Stock Volatility

Company regains minimum bid rule compliance and pivots strategic focus to energy storage and microgrid ventures

Nuvve Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:NVVE) has recently regained compliance with the minimum bid price rule following a challenging year marked by a significan...

Jan 9, 2026 Finance

Meta Platforms Sparks Surge in Nuclear Energy Stocks with Ambitious Power Agreements

Major tech company’s shift to nuclear energy ignites sector-wide gains reflecting growing demand for carbon-neutral power

Meta Platforms' recent announcement of extensive nuclear energy procurement agreements has triggered a significant rally across nuclear energy stocks....

Jan 9, 2026 Trade Ideas

Brown & Brown: Deep-Value Entry After Acquisition-Fueled Pullback

Market underappreciates durable organic growth, strong cash generation and disciplined payout after aggressive M&A quarter

Brown & Brown (BRO) pulled back into the high‑70s after an acquisition‑heavy quarter that temporarily depressed cash flow and bumped leverage. Fun...

Trade Idea Long
Indiana's Balanced Mastery Secures Dominant Victory Over Oregon in Peach Bowl Semifinal
Jan 9, 2026 News & Politics

Indiana's Balanced Mastery Secures Dominant Victory Over Oregon in Peach Bowl Semifinal

No. 1 Indiana's comprehensive performance showcases strength en route to national title clash against Miami

Indiana delivered a commanding performance against Oregon in the Peach Bowl semifinal, highlighted by quarterback Fernando Mendoza's five touchdown pa...