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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$328M Wells Fargo advisor jumps to Janney
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 28, 2024
$328M Wells Fargo advisor jumps to Janney

The regional broker-dealer’s latest addition in northeast Florida extends its 2024 recruiting streak, which has so far brought in over $2B in assets.

Steward Partners adds foothold in Florida with $320M ex-Merrill team
RIA NEWS MAY 28, 2024
Steward Partners adds foothold in Florida with $320M ex-Merrill team

The national RIA is getting its first Naples, Florida location with a women-led planning practice headed by a 40-year industry veteran.

“Fearless” singer Taylor Swift joins billionaires’ club on prestigious women’s rich list
RIA NEWS MAY 28, 2024
“Fearless” singer Taylor Swift joins billionaires’ club on prestigious women’s rich list

America’s wealthiest self-made women saw their collective net worths soar past $20B, with 11 new members on the list.

Would-be voters are warming to crypto, says Grayscale
ALTERNATIVES MAY 28, 2024
Would-be voters are warming to crypto, says Grayscale

Poll of roughly 1,700 Americans shows interest in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies on the rise, with nearly half planning to raise their exposure.

LPL welcomes $200M pair from Berthel Fisher
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 28, 2024
LPL welcomes $200M pair from Berthel Fisher

The wealth management giant’s latest advisor additions include a nearly three-decade veteran of the industry.

Trump presidency would be worse for US debt, bond market than Biden, says Bill Gross
RIA NEWS MAY 27, 2024
Trump presidency would be worse for US debt, bond market than Biden, says Bill Gross

The famed bond king has weighed in, saying Donald Trump’s “more disruptive” tax and fiscal policies would aggravate the budget deficit.

The DOL’s fiduciary rule faces another legal challenge
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAY 24, 2024
The DOL’s fiduciary rule faces another legal challenge

A coalition of trade associations including the Insured Retirement Institute, ACLI, and NAIFA has filed a civil suit against the contentious Retirement Security rule.

Stakeholders claim victory from SEC’s ether ETF approval
ALTERNATIVES MAY 24, 2024
Stakeholders claim victory from SEC’s ether ETF approval

Voices from the wealth and crypto industries say the landmark crypto ETF verdict will open new doors for investors and advisors.

Former rap star Vanilla Ice disses death taxes
RIA NEWS MAY 24, 2024
Former rap star Vanilla Ice disses death taxes

Rather than leaving cash exposed to “vulture” lawyers, the ‘90s chart-topper prefers two estate tax planning solutions.

Raymond James unveils new CFO in C-suite shakeup
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 24, 2024
Raymond James unveils new CFO in C-suite shakeup

The broker-dealer giant has revealed new details of leadership changes as part of its long-term succession strategy.