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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EP Wealth scores sports-focused advisors from RBC
RIA NEWS APR 30, 2024
EP Wealth scores sports-focused advisors from RBC

The fee-only RIA’s newest advisors in California cater to high-net-worth individuals and athletes at the pro and college levels.

SEIA eyes expansion with largest-ever acquisition
RIA NEWS APR 30, 2024
SEIA eyes expansion with largest-ever acquisition

The independent RIA’s deal for a Cleveland-based firm with $2B in assets would mark its maiden expansion into the American Midwest.

Janney expands Eastern US profile with veteran advisors
RIA NEWS APR 30, 2024
Janney expands Eastern US profile with veteran advisors

Ex-Baird advisor in North Carolina and Wells Fargo alum in Maryland together reported managing more than $600M.

Michael Nathanson named new Focus CEO
RIA NEWS APR 30, 2024
Michael Nathanson named new Focus CEO

After several months as president, Nathanson is taking over the chief exec position at the wealth advisory giant from Dan Glaser.

Unwanted crypto gifts a headache for bitcoin ETF firms
ALTERNATIVES APR 29, 2024
Unwanted crypto gifts a headache for bitcoin ETF firms

Handcuffed by regulation, crypto ETF issuers are stuck with virtual assets that inadvertently made their way into their wallets.

Freestone strengthens San Francisco office with veteran hire
RIA NEWS APR 29, 2024
Freestone strengthens San Francisco office with veteran hire

The advisor joins the independent in California with 30 years of industry experience, including tenures at Goldman Sachs and UBS.

Majority of women agree a retirement storm is brewing
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 29, 2024
Majority of women agree a retirement storm is brewing

Faced with rising living costs and debt, majority of women call for immediate action on Social Security and pension plans.

Jackson spices up RILA suite with new add-on
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES APR 29, 2024
Jackson spices up RILA suite with new add-on

The leading annuity provider’s new income option allows investors added flexibility in building guaranteed lifetime income.

Tech-focused wealth firms win on multiple counts, says Fidelity
FINTECH APR 29, 2024
Tech-focused wealth firms win on multiple counts, says Fidelity

Survey of more than 400 advisors reveals impact of technology on client growth, AUM expansion, and service delivery.

Despite doubts on retail, private market allocations primed for growth
ALTERNATIVES APR 29, 2024
Despite doubts on retail, private market allocations primed for growth

State Street report points to continuing shift in portfolios as infrastructure and private debt appetite proves robust among investors.