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Leo Miller, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Leo Miller
About The Author

Leo Miller

Contributing Author

Fundamental Analysis, Economics, Industry and Sector Analysis

Experience

Leo Miller has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2024.

  • Professional Background: Leo Miller is a financial writer with a background in investment research and market analysis. He has held roles as an investment research associate at Laird Norton Wetherby and as a research analyst at Sungarden Investment Publishing, where he gained hands-on experience evaluating equities and portfolio strategies.
  • Credentials: He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business, a top-ranked public business school. He has passed the CFA Level II exam.
  • Finance Experience: Leo began researching and investing in gold mining stocks in 2019 and started writing about finance and investing in 2021. He joined MarketBeat as a contributing writer in 2024, where he covers both stocks and ETFs. A strong research foundation and direct exposure to financial markets shape his perspectives.
  • Writing Focus: He specializes in tech stocks, dividend-paying companies, ETFs, and value-oriented opportunities. His work emphasizes clarity, actionable insights, and education for investors at all levels.
  • Investment Approach: Leo follows a disciplined, long-term investing strategy rooted in fundamental analysis, with a strong focus on economics, sector and industry research, and passive investing principles.
  • Inspiration: Leo finds the stock market endlessly compelling and enjoys the challenge of separating meaningful data from noise. He’s passionate about analyzing what makes businesses stand out—and sharing those insights to guide informed investment decisions. As he puts it, “Performing strong analysis requires separating the wheat from the chaff.”
  • Fun Fact: Leo credits his grandfather for sparking his interest in investing and is a lifelong animal lover.
  • Areas of Expertise: Fundamental analysis, economics, industry and sector analysis

 

Education

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance, Foster School of Business at University of Washington

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Latest Articles by Leo Miller

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AppLovin Dips on S&P 500 Snub, Morgan Stanley Lifts Target Anyway

Leo Miller

AppLovin's S&P 500 exclusion just hit the stock hard. However, analysts at Morgan Stanley remain bullish, announcing a price target increase on the same day.

NASDAQ:APPNASDAQ:HOOD
Read AppLovin Dips on S&P 500 Snub, Morgan Stanley Lifts Target Anyway
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June 10, 2025 8:28 AM ET

Meta Pulls Ahead of the Mag 7: Analysts Predict a Breakout Year

Leo Miller

Meta Platforms is solidly leading the Magnificent Seven in performance this year. Recent analyst updates suggest that new all-time highs may be on the horizon.

NASDAQ:META
Read Meta Pulls Ahead of the Mag 7: Analysts Predict a Breakout Year
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June 10, 2025 7:23 AM ET

4 Stocks Raising Dividends Across Energy, Retail & More

Leo Miller

Dividends are rising across sectors. See the energy stock that stands out for its +3% regular dividend yield and potential for big special dividend upside.

NYSE:EOGNYSE:LOWNYSE:DCI
Read 4 Stocks Raising Dividends Across Energy, Retail & More
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June 10, 2025 6:14 AM ET

Tankers, Takedowns & Air Taxis: Insiders Are Buying These 3 Names

Leo Miller

Insiders have doubled down, buying three stocks that they were already heavily invested in. A quote from a renowned investor shows why this is a positive sign.

NYSE:JOBYNYSE:TKONYSE:NAT
Read Tankers, Takedowns & Air Taxis: Insiders Are Buying These 3 Names
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June 9, 2025 5:48 AM ET

In a Historic Shift, 2 Cybersecurity Stocks Plan to Buyback Stock

Leo Miller

For two cybersecurity stocks, dilution may be coming to a fateful end. One industry giant could see its share count start to fall, a key tailwind for investors.

NASDAQ:CRWDNYSE:S
Read In a Historic Shift, 2 Cybersecurity Stocks Plan to Buyback Stock
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June 7, 2025 6:44 AM ET

With Novo Nordisk's CEO Out, Wall Street Wants an American Leader

Leo Miller

With its stock plummeting over the past year, Novo Nordisk is waving goodbye to its top executive. What might the future hold for the weight-loss drug kingpin?

NYSE:NVONYSE:LLY
Read With Novo Nordisk's CEO Out, Wall Street Wants an American Leader
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June 6, 2025 8:44 AM ET

Are NVIDIA's Ethernet Wins Signs of Hope or Horror for Arista?

Leo Miller

Staring competition from NVIDIA in the face, is Arista set to implode? A fight with Big Green may be just the opposite of the death nail it sounds like.

NYSE:ANETNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Are NVIDIA's Ethernet Wins Signs of Hope or Horror for Arista?
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June 6, 2025 8:24 AM ET

Broadcom Slides on Solid Earnings, AI Outlook Still Strong

Leo Miller

Broadcom posted Q2 results that beat estimates, but only by an inch. With shares still near highs, the focus remains on its four potential hyperscale customers.

NASDAQ:AVGO
Read Broadcom Slides on Solid Earnings, AI Outlook Still Strong
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June 5, 2025 2:11 PM ET

Is Meta Plotting a Stablecoin Comeback Years After Libra's Flop?

Leo Miller

Meta may be looking to get back in the stablecoin game. See how this could potentially benefit the stock and why Meta could find more success this time around.

NASDAQ:META
Read Is Meta Plotting a Stablecoin Comeback Years After Libra's Flop?
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June 4, 2025 5:19 AM ET

Constellation Energy and Meta Strike Nuclear Deal, Shares Whipsaw

Leo Miller

Constellation Energy shares soared in pre-market trading after the company announced a deal with Meta. However, what does this actually mean for both companies?

NASDAQ:CEGNASDAQ:META
Read Constellation Energy and Meta Strike Nuclear Deal, Shares Whipsaw
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June 3, 2025 3:34 PM ET

Among the Market’s Most Shorted: 2 Firms With +40% Short Interest

Leo Miller

Short interest above 20% is high, but these two stocks blow that figure out of the water. These highly volatile names are among the most shorted in the market.

NYSE:WOLFNYSE:KSS
Read Among the Market’s Most Shorted: 2 Firms With +40% Short Interest
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June 3, 2025 10:32 AM ET

Broadcom Earnings Preview: AVGO Stock Near Record Highs

Leo Miller

Broadcom's highly anticipated fiscal Q2 earnings are just on the horizon. Analysts are boosting their price targets with the results just days away.

NASDAQ:AVGO
Read Broadcom Earnings Preview: AVGO Stock Near Record Highs
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June 3, 2025 7:05 AM ET

These 3 Stocks Are Buying Back Billions in Shares

Leo Miller

Amid a new round of buyback authorizations, Deckers Outdoor is getting in on the action. The Hoka shoemaker may spend billions on buybacks with shares down big.

NYSE:DECKNYSE:LIINYSE:TS
Read These 3 Stocks Are Buying Back Billions in Shares
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June 2, 2025 3:03 PM ET

3 Stocks With 3% to 9% Yields Just Raised Dividends Again

Leo Miller

See these stocks with hefty dividend yields that just boosted payouts further. One has a yield closing in on 10%, with even more upside potential per analysts.

NYSE:LYBNYSE:MDTNYSE:FLO
Read 3 Stocks With 3% to 9% Yields Just Raised Dividends Again
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June 2, 2025 8:10 AM ET

Analysts Are Bullish on Marvell Stock Despite Amazon Deal Concern

Leo Miller

Concerns over Marvell's Amazon chip deal have kept shares down. Management remains confident. Analysts’ price targets imply +50% upside, even as issues remain.

NASDAQ:MRVLNASDAQ:AMZN
Read Analysts Are Bullish on Marvell Stock Despite Amazon Deal Concern
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May 31, 2025 5:20 AM ET

AXON: Competition Intensifies as Motorola Makes $4.4B Acquisition

Leo Miller

Axon Enterprise just saw a key competitor make a huge acquisition. It could threaten Axon's ability to grow into its massive market opportunity going forward.

NASDAQ:AXONNYSE:MSI
Read AXON: Competition Intensifies as Motorola Makes $4.4B Acquisition
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May 30, 2025 6:13 AM ET

e.l.f. Beauty Sees Record Surge After Earnings, Rhode Deal

Leo Miller

e.l.f. Beauty is made waves with its latest earnings and new acquisition with star power behind it. Shares are set for their biggest gain ever.

NYSE:ELF
Read e.l.f. Beauty Sees Record Surge After Earnings, Rhode Deal
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May 29, 2025 9:19 AM ET

Intel's Loss Is Broadcom's Gain as AVGO Dominates Networking

Leo Miller

Intel is reportedly running scared when it comes to competing with Broadcom in a key area. This is yet another sign of strength for the chip behemoth.

NASDAQ:AVGONASDAQ:INTC
Read Intel's Loss Is Broadcom's Gain as AVGO Dominates Networking
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May 28, 2025 3:22 PM ET

Amer Sports: The New ONON and DECK of Consumer Discretionary?

Leo Miller

Amer Sports has nearly tripled in value since going public. Can the stock's huge returns, reminiscent of ONON and DECK in the past, continue going forward?

NYSE:ASNYSE:ONONNYSE:DECK
Read Amer Sports: The New ONON and DECK of Consumer Discretionary?
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May 28, 2025 6:35 AM ET

Meta's Institutional & Insider Data Fuels Bulls Despite Disparity

Leo Miller

Meta is seeing a split in investor behavior: institutions are buying, but insiders are selling. What does this divergence signal about the future of Meta stock?

NASDAQ:META
Read Meta's Institutional & Insider Data Fuels Bulls Despite Disparity
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May 27, 2025 3:44 PM ET

3 Beaten-Down Stocks Trading 50% Below Their 52-Week Highs

Leo Miller

Markets have recovered lately, but three high-profile names that once saw explosive returns are still down over 50%. Could their day in the sun be on its way?

NYSE:RDDTNASDAQ:MRVLNYSE:CAVA
Read 3 Beaten-Down Stocks Trading 50% Below Their 52-Week Highs
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May 27, 2025 9:57 AM ET

3 Dividend Stocks Just Hiked Payouts 10%+ and Beat the Market

Leo Miller

For three recently reporting stocks, shareholders are being rewarded with huge dividend increases. These firms now all have yields that exceed the S&P 500.

NYSE:NOCNYSE:RLNYSE:EQH
Read 3 Dividend Stocks Just Hiked Payouts 10%+ and Beat the Market
Quantum Computing
May 27, 2025 7:47 AM ET

Quantum Stocks Skyrocket, Led by IonQ's NVIDIA Declaration

Leo Miller

Driven by discussions with an IonQ head evoking NVIDIA, quantum stocks added over $5 billion in value on May 22. See the exciting statements that led to this.

NYSE:IONQNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Quantum Stocks Skyrocket, Led by IonQ's NVIDIA Declaration
Navitas Soars on NVIDIA Deal: Breaking Down Its Tech and Outlook
May 27, 2025 7:34 AM ET

Navitas Soars on NVIDIA Deal: Breaking Down Its Tech and Outlook

Leo Miller

Navitas Semiconductor just got a huge NVIDIA win, sending shares to the moon. But, what does Navitas actually do, and is the stock poised to keep rising?

NASDAQ:NVTSNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Navitas Soars on NVIDIA Deal: Breaking Down Its Tech and Outlook