Leo Almazora

Leo Almazora has been the resident US News Writer for InvestmentNews since February 2024. 

An experienced journalist, he honed his understanding of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and wealth technology over seven years of conversations with portfolio managers, advisors and other industry experts and insiders over the course of nearly a decade. 

In his spare time, he enjoys running (he's run a full mary once, and is hoping to make it twice), singing, biking, listening to audiobooks, or doing some combination thereof.

Email him at [email protected].

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Mercer surpasses 100-deal milestone in decade-long acquisition strategy
RIA NEWS MAY 08, 2025
Mercer surpasses 100-deal milestone in decade-long acquisition strategy

The $71 billion RIA giant's newest partners in Washington, DC and Colorado mark a symbolic turning point for its inorganic growth strategy launched in 2016.

Can ETF issuers mimic Buffett's investing magic?
EQUITIES MAY 07, 2025
Can ETF issuers mimic Buffett's investing magic?

As Berkshire Hathaway remains a top-performing financial stock, ETFs that offer a similar value style could appeal to investors, according to CFRA.

How is AI rewiring financial planning? Global survey sheds light
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAY 07, 2025
How is AI rewiring financial planning? Global survey sheds light

More than three-quarters of planners believe AI will enhance client service, but call for more training and guidance.

Advisor moves: LPL welcomes women-led B. Riley team as RayJay reels in father-son pair from Wells Fargo
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 07, 2025
Advisor moves: LPL welcomes women-led B. Riley team as RayJay reels in father-son pair from Wells Fargo

Elsewhere, Wells Fargo also recently announced several new hires from Cetera, Merrill Lynch, and JPMorgan.

Changes at Cetera: John Lefferts to lead indie advisor community as Clint Brookshire heads up Avantax
FINTECH MAY 07, 2025
Changes at Cetera: John Lefferts to lead indie advisor community as Clint Brookshire heads up Avantax

The leadership changes are happening just as the firm forges a strategic partnership with AI notetaking leader Jump.

Integrated Partners allies with Carefull against elder fraud
FINTECH MAY 07, 2025
Integrated Partners allies with Carefull against elder fraud

The $21 billion RIA is adding financial safety tools to help advisors support aging clients and strengthen cross-generational ties.

$4B Dynasty firm Nordwand Capital adds veteran Patrick McGinnis
RIA NEWS MAY 06, 2025
$4B Dynasty firm Nordwand Capital adds veteran Patrick McGinnis

The Radnor, Pennsylvania-based multifamily office is enhancing its offerings for complex client relationships with its newest managing director.

Focus pursues 'strategic approach to organic growth' with new C-suite role
RIA NEWS MAY 06, 2025
Focus pursues 'strategic approach to organic growth' with new C-suite role

The $450 billion RIA behemoth is elevating a veteran executive at its Focus Partners division shortly after a broader expansion in its leadership.

Morningstar debuts fund rating framework for semiliquid investments
ALTERNATIVES MAY 06, 2025
Morningstar debuts fund rating framework for semiliquid investments

The investment research firm's new medalist methodology aims to help bring transparency to increasingly complex product offerings.

LPL rolls out eMoney-powered WealthVision tool for advisors
FINTECH MAY 06, 2025
LPL rolls out eMoney-powered WealthVision tool for advisors

The broker-dealer giant is adding best-in-class software to its tech stack amid increased demand for sophisticated planning solutions.