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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Rockefeller snags $1.3B Morgan Stanley team
NEWS WIREHOUSES FEB 08, 2024
Rockefeller snags $1.3B Morgan Stanley team

The wealth advisory team, which caters to high-net-worth clients, is the firm's fourth recruit this year.

Retirement plan administrator accused of stealing millions
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 08, 2024
Retirement plan administrator accused of stealing millions

EBSA found that the third-party administrator embezzled at least $5.5 million in retirement plan assets.

Cetera signs five-advisor team from Newbridge
NEWS BROKER DEALERS FEB 08, 2024
Cetera signs five-advisor team from Newbridge

Based in New Jersey, the Rosso Financial Group's members boast more than 80 years of combined industry experience.

Raymond James ramps up advisor support with paraplanning service
NEWS BROKER DEALERS FEB 08, 2024
Raymond James ramps up advisor support with paraplanning service

The firm is rolling out two options for advisors who need help building financial plans.

Miracle Mile reels in two new teams with $600M in assets
NEWS RIAS FEB 08, 2024
Miracle Mile reels in two new teams with $600M in assets

A unique ownership model and growing service offerings continue to be a draw for Los Angeles-based RIA.

Employers using 'top hat' plans to sweeten exec comp packages
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 07, 2024
Employers using 'top hat' plans to sweeten exec comp packages

Four-fifths of employers acknowledge the role of non-qualified deferred compensation plans in attracting key recruits.

Gen Z zooming past older generations in saving for retirement
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 07, 2024
Gen Z zooming past older generations in saving for retirement

Data on DC plans and IRAs show young families are accumulating retirement assets faster than ever.

Prudential closes jumbo pension risk transfer transaction with Shell
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 07, 2024
Prudential closes jumbo pension risk transfer transaction with Shell

The financial services giant is taking on $4.9 billion in pension obligations covering more than 20,000 retirees.

CFP Board lauds progress among Black financial planning professionals
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS FEB 07, 2024
CFP Board lauds progress among Black financial planning professionals

Professional body for financial planners reflects on achievements and pledges continued support.

LPL Financial welcomes Texas-based veteran advisor
NEWS BROKER DEALERS FEB 07, 2024
LPL Financial welcomes Texas-based veteran advisor

The seasoned financial advisor is launching his own independent practice as he joins RIA powerhouse.