I like your point by point analysis. But I guess you cannot look at such articles solely through the lens of analysis.
On an unrelated note - I know a lot of successful professionals and entrepreneurs (mostly non tech and some tech). Surprisingly they are not that analytical as one would expect. They have great drive, self belief, instincts, people skills, adaptability, negotiation skills, ability to bounce back and perhaps several other skills. I realized at some point in my career that great intellectual / analytical ability is just one aspect required for a successful career and there were several other important skills / traits.
Warren Buffet famously said (I think in reference to stock analysts who pore through and analyze stocks endlessly)
"Wall Street is the only place that people ride to in a Rolls Royce to get advice from those who take the subway."