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.

Articles 796

Dec 30, 2025 Trade Ideas

Ecolab: A Quiet 'Pick-and-Shovel' Play on Cooling & Water Management in the Data Center Build-Out

Use a tactical long — lever exposure to the data-center/water-management thematic via ECL's cash-generative plumbing and a strategic tuck-in acquisition

Ecolab's core water-management business and recent M&A give it a practical role in the build-out of hyperscale facilities. Strong Q3 2025 results, rob...

Trade Idea Long
Building and Using Trading Contingency Plans: Preparing for Unexpected Events in Stock Trading
Dec 30, 2025 Education

Building and Using Trading Contingency Plans: Preparing for Unexpected Events in Stock Trading

For beginner and intermediate traders seeking structured approaches to handle surprises and maintain control in their trading practice

Unexpected events can disrupt trading plans and lead to emotional decisions or losses if unprepared. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to build...

Essential Guide to Social Security Spousal Benefits for Retired Couples in 2026
Dec 30, 2025 Business News

Essential Guide to Social Security Spousal Benefits for Retired Couples in 2026

Understanding eligibility, claiming strategies, and rules for spouses and divorced partners

Social Security spousal benefits continue to generate confusion among adults, with many unaware of eligibility requirements and claiming strategies. F...

Crypto Markets Signal Low Odds for Chinese Blockade of Taiwan Despite Military Drills
Dec 29, 2025 Finance

Crypto Markets Signal Low Odds for Chinese Blockade of Taiwan Despite Military Drills

Despite recent live-fire exercises near Taiwan, decentralized betting platforms show diminished expectations for a near-term Chinese naval or aerial blockade

Recent military drills conducted by China near Taiwan coincided with a notable decline in the probability of Beijing imposing a blockade on Taiwan, as...

Dec 29, 2025 Finance

Plug Power's Stock Performance: Stability Emerging Amid Lingering Challenges

Despite a near-complete collapse from its peak, Plug Power shows signs of recovery while facing continued operational uncertainties

Plug Power's shares have declined dramatically from their peak levels due to persistent unprofitability, significant cash consumption, and consistent ...

Dec 29, 2025 Finance

Nutriband Advances Strategic Divestiture and Boosts Share Value

The company moves forward with a significant sale of its pharmaceutical subsidiary while maintaining interest in future growth

Nutriband Inc. announced an agreement to divest a majority stake in its subsidiary, Pocono Pharmaceutical, to EarthVision Bio for $5 million, with the...

Understanding When Your Bank Can Legally Restrict Access to Your Funds
Dec 29, 2025 Business News

Understanding When Your Bank Can Legally Restrict Access to Your Funds

Exploring the Circumstances and Legal Framework Behind Bank Account Freezes and Seizures

While FDIC and NCUA insurance offer customers protection for their deposits, banks can legally freeze or seize funds from accounts under specific cond...

Josh Allen to Rest in Season Finale, Easing Pressure Before Playoffs
Dec 29, 2025 News & Politics

Josh Allen to Rest in Season Finale, Easing Pressure Before Playoffs

Buffalo Bills' Quarterback to Sit Out Most of Week 18 Game to Recover from Injuries and Fatigue

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is set to take a well-deserved break during the team's final regular-season game against the New York Jets. After...

Dec 29, 2025 Finance

Analyzing Fluor's Stock Performance and Long-Term Potential

Examining the Recent Market Fluctuations and Strategic Shifts in an Engineering Giant

Fluor's stock trajectory in 2025 has been marked by significant volatility, initially falling sharply before recovering to reach a yearly peak, and th...

Dec 29, 2025 Trade Ideas

Zeta (ZETA) - Buy the Breakout: Technical Setup + AI-Fueled Revenue Acceleration

Upgrade to Long - entry 20.00-20.50, stop 18.50, targets 24.50 / 29.50 (swing trade)

Zeta Global looks actionable after a technical break above recent resistance and an earnings cadence that shows AI-driven revenue acceleration. Q3 FY2...

Trade Idea Long