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].

Leo Almazora
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AssetMark woos cash-focused advisors with expanded solutions suite
FINTECH AUG 12, 2024
AssetMark woos cash-focused advisors with expanded solutions suite

The fintech platform has added new products to help advisors dig deeper into an estimated $8B planning opportunity.

Trust & Will adds flexibility for advisors with streamlined pricing
FINTECH AUG 12, 2024
Trust & Will adds flexibility for advisors with streamlined pricing

The estate planning tech platform is differentiating itself with new subscription options for its services.

Cadaret Grant, LPL's fresh B-D purchase, to pay $6M+ over revenue sharing conflicts
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 12, 2024
Cadaret Grant, LPL's fresh B-D purchase, to pay $6M+ over revenue sharing conflicts

The Atria subsidiary failed to disclose conflicted payments and mutual fund transaction markups to clients for nearly five years, according to the SEC.

SMArtX beefs up its menu of models
FINTECH AUG 12, 2024
SMArtX beefs up its menu of models

The Florida-based fintech has added new asset managers and strategies, including just over a dozen SMAs from Invesco, to its platform.

Citi to sell off wealth unit’s trust administration services
RIA NEWS AUG 12, 2024
Citi to sell off wealth unit’s trust administration services

The banking giant’s decision comes shortly after news that a key member of its leadership is leaving after just four months.

LPL kicks off biggest-ever conference at Focus 2024
RIA NEWS AUG 12, 2024
LPL kicks off biggest-ever conference at Focus 2024

The three-day agenda for the San Diego event includes a brand-new visual identity, 200 breakout sessions, and discussions around AI and cybersecurity.

Russell Investments taps Goldman Sachs vet for global alts role
ALTERNATIVES AUG 12, 2024
Russell Investments taps Goldman Sachs vet for global alts role

The global asset manager’s latest executive hire will be in charge of developing its global alts strategy, with a special focus on private markets.

Sanctuary Wealth strikes alts education partnership with CAIA
ALTERNATIVES AUG 12, 2024
Sanctuary Wealth strikes alts education partnership with CAIA

The hybrid RIA is helping partner firms brush up on alternative investments through its new SWAP initiative.

Washington RIA takes $430k penalty over misleading advertisements
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 09, 2024
Washington RIA takes $430k penalty over misleading advertisements

The SEC said Bellevue, Washington-based firm flouted the regulator’s marketing rule when it touted certain performance figures.

BofA Private Bank taps ex-Citi leader to head Miami growth
RIA NEWS AUG 09, 2024
BofA Private Bank taps ex-Citi leader to head Miami growth

The firm’s latest hire will bring 25 years of experience with hedge funds and family offices as part of a strategic push in South Florida.