Leo Almazora

Leo Almazora is a senior journalist at InvestmentNews. Having been with IN since February 2024, he covers the full spectrum of wealth management — equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and wealth technology — drawing on nearly a decade of reporting experience built through direct conversations with portfolio managers, financial advisors, and industry insiders.

Before joining InvestmentNews, Leo spent years developing deep fluency in the language of financial professionals, giving him an instinct for what matters to advisors and their clients alike.

Outside the newsroom, he's a runner (one marathon down, one more on the horizon), a singer, a dance enthusiast, a cyclist, and an audiobook devotee – sometimes all at once.

Connect with Leo on LinkedIn or reach him at [email protected].

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Dynasty, FL Putnam announce additions in Virginia
RIA NEWS MAR 06, 2025
Dynasty, FL Putnam announce additions in Virginia

Dynasty Financial Partners helps a Goldman team return to independence as FL Putnam inks its fifth deal in 12 months.

NASAA flags crypto scams, social media schemes among top investor threats for 2025
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 06, 2025
NASAA flags crypto scams, social media schemes among top investor threats for 2025

The regulatory association's annual list highlights risk from tech-powered fraud and affinity scams, with an expected uptick in the weaponization of AI.

Why a weaker IRS is a headache for taxpayers and a 'feast' for tax cheats
RIA NEWS MAR 06, 2025
Why a weaker IRS is a headache for taxpayers and a 'feast' for tax cheats

A reported plan to cut staff at the agency by half and uncertainty over the future of its free tax filing program could have massive consequences, think tank says.

Nearly half of Americans confess they 'file and forget it' when it comes to taxes
RIA NEWS MAR 06, 2025
Nearly half of Americans confess they 'file and forget it' when it comes to taxes

Edelman Financial Engines survey highlights rampant lack of confidence in tax-managed investing, with younger investors feeling like they're missing out on planning wins.

How have auto-IRAs and fintech reshaped retirement saving?
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 06, 2025
How have auto-IRAs and fintech reshaped retirement saving?

New research examines how assets in IRAs have shifted over the years, and whether the vehicles are still serving their intended purpose.

Eighty-four percent of women not confident managing an inheritance or windfall, finds survey
RIA NEWS MAR 05, 2025
Eighty-four percent of women not confident managing an inheritance or windfall, finds survey

Poll of more than 1,500 Americans highlights how demographic gaps in investing and estate planning create an opportunity for advisors.

Choreo sues Compound Planning, claims it poached $1.2B Iowa advisor team
RIA NEWS MAR 05, 2025
Choreo sues Compound Planning, claims it poached $1.2B Iowa advisor team

A lawsuit alleges advisors solicited clients and violated employee agreements, while accusing Compound of unfair recruitment practices.

Advisor360, Practifi, Wealthbox unveil advisor CRM updates
FINTECH MAR 05, 2025
Advisor360, Practifi, Wealthbox unveil advisor CRM updates

Wealth tech providers unveil stand-alone platform, AI strategy, and integration partnership to support demand for productivity and personalization.

$560B Mariner touts succession focus with $730M Ocean Heights Advisors
RIA NEWS MAR 05, 2025
$560B Mariner touts succession focus with $730M Ocean Heights Advisors

The PE-backed mega-RIA highlights its California-based partner firm's strategic transition as a model for advisors seeking long-term business continuity.

Fixed income ETFs set record pace in February with $42B inflows
ETFS MAR 05, 2025
Fixed income ETFs set record pace in February with $42B inflows

State Street Global Advisors sees robust demand for bond strategies as sector funds, notably tech ETFs, fall out of favor.