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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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August 7, 2025 3:07 PM ET

AppLovin’s Q2 Miss Spooks Market, But Wall Street Doubles Down

Leo Miller

Markets absolutely whipsawed AppLovin after its Q2 earnings, but the stock ultimately came out on top. Its e-commerce push could be huge for shares in 2026.

NASDAQ:APP
Read AppLovin’s Q2 Miss Spooks Market, But Wall Street Doubles Down
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August 7, 2025 10:31 AM ET

4 Semiconductor Stocks Earning Fresh Wall Street Upgrades

Leo Miller

Wall Street just issued big upgrades on several notable chip stocks. LRCX's strong upside potential and MPWR's history of beating forecasts are key takeaways.

NASDAQ:LRCXNASDAQ:PINASDAQ:MPWR
Read 4 Semiconductor Stocks Earning Fresh Wall Street Upgrades
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August 6, 2025 2:08 PM ET

More Than Yield: 5 Stocks Beating the Market and Hiking Dividends

Leo Miller

Check out these five stocks that are beating the market in 2025 and just announced dividend increases of between 10% and 15%.

NYSE:FIXNYSE:EHCNASDAQ:WING
Read More Than Yield: 5 Stocks Beating the Market and Hiking Dividends
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August 6, 2025 12:18 PM ET

Rivian Takes Earnings Hit—R2 Could Be the Stock's 2026 Lifeline

Leo Miller

Rivian's Q2 results gave investors the jitters. However, the company's true test comes in 2026, as its new vehicle looks to reshape the trajectory of shares.

NASDAQ:RIVN
Read Rivian Takes Earnings Hit—R2 Could Be the Stock's 2026 Lifeline
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August 6, 2025 9:13 AM ET

Does Broadcom Have a VMware Problem? Goldman Eyes Upside in NTNX

Leo Miller

Competition is heating up for Broadcom in its highly important VMware business. Nutanix stock is worth a look, with AVGO trading near all-time high valuations.

NASDAQ:AVGONASDAQ:NTNX
Read Does Broadcom Have a VMware Problem? Goldman Eyes Upside in NTNX
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August 5, 2025 6:53 AM ET

META Gets Huge Upgrades: How High Analysts Think Shares Could Go

Leo Miller

Analysts just updated their forecasts on Meta Platforms as the company crushed Q2 expectations. They continue to see palpable upside in this AI leader.

NASDAQ:METANASDAQ:GOOGLNASDAQ:MSFT
Read META Gets Huge Upgrades: How High Analysts Think Shares Could Go
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August 4, 2025 8:09 AM ET

Yes, You Can Get Dividends in Tech: 3 Stocks With Yield + Upside

Leo Miller

TXN, ADI, and QCOM have high-end tech dividend yields, and Wall Street analysts see 25% or more upside potential in these stocks.

NASDAQ:TXNNASDAQ:ADINASDAQ:QCOM
Read Yes, You Can Get Dividends in Tech: 3 Stocks With Yield + Upside
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August 4, 2025 7:13 AM ET

Why These 3 Market-Beaters Are Backing Up Their Buyback Trucks

Leo Miller

SPOT, VRSN, and NEM are all greatly outperforming in 2025. As a signal of confidence going forward, they are also boosting buyback capacity significantly.

NYSE:SPOTNASDAQ:VRSNNYSE:NEM
Read Why These 3 Market-Beaters Are Backing Up Their Buyback Trucks
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August 4, 2025 6:07 AM ET

Why Robinhood Just Added Upside Potential After a Q2 Earnings Dip

Leo Miller

Markets and Wall Street had starkly different reactions to Robinhood's latest earnings. This divergence sets up an opportunity for added upside going forward.

NASDAQ:HOOD
Read Why Robinhood Just Added Upside Potential After a Q2 Earnings Dip
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July 31, 2025 9:06 AM ET

Broadcom Tops $300: What's Fueling Gains and a Key Risk to Watch

Leo Miller

Broadcom shares just eclipsed $300, with a plethora of positive factors driving a big two-month rally. Investors should keep their eyes on this key risk.

NASDAQ:AVGONASDAQ:GOOGL
Read Broadcom Tops $300: What's Fueling Gains and a Key Risk to Watch
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July 31, 2025 8:07 AM ET

Meta Blasts Up 11% on Q2 Results—The AI Train Keeps Chugging

Leo Miller

Meta Platforms obliterated Wall Street's expectations in Q2, sending shares up over 10%. The tech stock continues to be one of the best AI plays in the market.

NASDAQ:META
Read Meta Blasts Up 11% on Q2 Results—The AI Train Keeps Chugging
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July 31, 2025 6:01 AM ET

Spotify's Q2 Earnings Plunge: An Opportunity or Ominous Signal?

Leo Miller

Spotify is grappling with its Q2 results, which caused shares to drop 11%. But, detailed analysis indicates that the fall could be an opportunity for investors.

NYSE:SPOT
Read Spotify's Q2 Earnings Plunge: An Opportunity or Ominous Signal?
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July 30, 2025 6:29 PM ET

Visa Beats Q3 Earnings Expectations, So Why Did the Market Panic?

Leo Miller

Despite beating forecasts, why did Visa's shares fall after its latest earnings? The firm sees big opportunities in Visa Direct and in a key crypto vertical.

NYSE:V
Read Visa Beats Q3 Earnings Expectations, So Why Did the Market Panic?
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July 29, 2025 3:12 PM ET

Should Investors Lock Arms With Buffett and Dive Into POOL Stock?

Leo Miller

Should investors follow Buffett's $466 million footsteps in POOL stock? This little-known name has big-time tailwinds behind it that could drive growth.

NASDAQ:POOL
Read Should Investors Lock Arms With Buffett and Dive Into POOL Stock?
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July 29, 2025 2:18 PM ET

Big 3 Telecom Wars: 2 Solid Showings, 1 Huge Winner in Q2

Leo Miller

Which stock won the Big Three telecom battle in Q2? One posted multiple records and led the industry. Morgan Stanley analysts see +15% upside ahead.

NASDAQ:TMUSNYSE:TNYSE:VZ
Read Big 3 Telecom Wars: 2 Solid Showings, 1 Huge Winner in Q2
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July 29, 2025 2:10 PM ET

Analysts Are Upgrading These 3 Massive AI Stocks After Earnings

Leo Miller

See just how much Wall Street its lifted price targets on these big-time AI stocks post-earnings. Compared to their price actions, the answers may surprise.

NASDAQ:GOOGLNYSE:GEVNYSE:NOW
Read Analysts Are Upgrading These 3 Massive AI Stocks After Earnings
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July 29, 2025 8:42 AM ET

Deckers Stock Recovers on Strong Earnings—More Upside Ahead?

Leo Miller

Deckers Outdoor surged 82% in 2024, but 2025 has been rough. However, DECK's latest earnings showed encouraging signs. A recovery could just be getting started.

NYSE:DECK
Read Deckers Stock Recovers on Strong Earnings—More Upside Ahead?
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July 28, 2025 2:11 PM ET

4 Stocks Planning to Substantially Boost Buybacks After Solid Q2

Leo Miller

Earnings reports are rolling in one after the other, but companies that plan to increase buybacks are in the minority. These four names are doing just that.

NYSE:BACNYSE:DHINYSE:SCHW
Read 4 Stocks Planning to Substantially Boost Buybacks After Solid Q2
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July 28, 2025 10:08 AM ET

Meta's Q2 Earnings: Key Areas Investors Must Pay Attention To

Leo Miller

Meta Platforms has surged 22% in 2025, and Q2 earnings are just on the horizon. From AI to tariffs, these are the key areas investors should focus on.

NASDAQ:META
Read Meta's Q2 Earnings: Key Areas Investors Must Pay Attention To
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July 27, 2025 9:43 AM ET

PEGA Surges 14%: There's Still Time to Ride This GenAI Innovator

Leo Miller

Pegasystems shares ballooned once again after reporting earnings. It's not too late to get in on this $10 billion stock capitalizing strongly on generative AI.

NASDAQ:PEGA
Read PEGA Surges 14%: There's Still Time to Ride This GenAI Innovator
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July 24, 2025 3:05 PM ET

GE Vernova's Q2 Electrifies Stock, What's Next For This Top Name?

Leo Miller

GE Vernova just had a blowout quarter, and shares skyrocketed. However, should investors stick with the stock, or is its valuation getting out of hand?

NYSE:GEV
Read GE Vernova's Q2 Electrifies Stock, What's Next For This Top Name?
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July 24, 2025 8:01 AM ET

These 2 Tech Stocks With 50%+ ROIC Are Built to Beat the Market

Leo Miller

Check out these two tech stocks that are achieving massive returns on invested capital. They could outperform going forward if management keeps it up.

NASDAQ:APPNASDAQ:MPWRNASDAQ:NVDA
Read These 2 Tech Stocks With 50%+ ROIC Are Built to Beat the Market
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July 23, 2025 8:12 AM ET

Intuitive Surgical Crushes Q2 Expectations, So Why No Rally?

Leo Miller

Robotics healthcare giant Intuitive Surgical handily beat expectations in Q2. Shares stayed flat; the bullish long-term outlook for this stock rides on.

NASDAQ:ISRG
Read Intuitive Surgical Crushes Q2 Expectations, So Why No Rally?
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July 23, 2025 5:26 AM ET

Why Meta’s AI Titan Clusters Are a Game-Changer for Broadcom

Leo Miller

Meta Platforms is planning a massive expansion of its AI data center footprint. See the key reasons why this is music to the ears of AI chip designer Broadcom.

NASDAQ:AVGONASDAQ:META
Read Why Meta’s AI Titan Clusters Are a Game-Changer for Broadcom
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