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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There’s a gender gap in emerging tech investment
ALTERNATIVES APR 22, 2024
There’s a gender gap in emerging tech investment

Fintech platform’s poll shows men more likely than women to dive into crypto, blockchain, and alternative assets.

BlackRock set for first mutual fund-to-ETF switch
ETFS APR 22, 2024
BlackRock set for first mutual fund-to-ETF switch

The global asset management firm is converting a $700M dividend strategy amid pervasive investor demand for tax-efficient fund structures.

LPL lands breakaway advisor from Merrill Lynch
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 22, 2024
LPL lands breakaway advisor from Merrill Lynch

The broker-dealer giant broadens its presence in Texas with the launch of an $820M multigenerational high-net-worth practice.

Ritholtz Wealth expands its California footprint
RIA NEWS APR 22, 2024
Ritholtz Wealth expands its California footprint

The $4B RIA has announced the opening of a new office branch in Los Angeles, led by a 15-year industry veteran.

Rockefeller deepens its bench with fixed-income muscle
FIXED INCOME APR 22, 2024
Rockefeller deepens its bench with fixed-income muscle

The firm adds three portfolio management professionals to its asset management arm as it seeks opportunities in the muni bond market.

Alpha Capital taps industry vet as portfolio management lead
RIA NEWS APR 22, 2024
Alpha Capital taps industry vet as portfolio management lead

The outsourced family office, headquartered in Colorado, is welcoming an UHNW wealth advisor who managed more than $500M at Northern Trust.

Industry holds breath on DOL’s final fiduciary rule
COMPLIANCE APR 22, 2024
Industry holds breath on DOL’s final fiduciary rule

Following debate from advisors and retirement plan stakeholders, the Department of Labor is set to unveil its final decision on the rule.

SEC warns industry against marketing rule pitfalls
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 19, 2024
SEC warns industry against marketing rule pitfalls

An alert from the regulator details problems it found in firms' compliance procedures, advertising practices, and Form ADV disclosures.

Time for businesses to personalize benefit plans?
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 19, 2024
Time for businesses to personalize benefit plans?

Franklin Templeton poll reveals workers’ focus on health and retirement benefits, including HSAs, 401(k) options, and target-date strategies.

UBS snags Morgan Stanley advisor in California
WIREHOUSES APR 19, 2024
UBS snags Morgan Stanley advisor in California

The latest hire at UBS boasts a bicoastal book, with clients across both Southern California and New York City.