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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Diversify scores fourth 2024 acquisition with $645M firm
RIA NEWS APR 11, 2024
Diversify scores fourth 2024 acquisition with $645M firm

The Delaware-based fee-only practice, led by a veteran with 25 years of experience, is joining the RIA’s partner platform.

Among financial challenges, Americans say inflation hurts worst
RIA NEWS APR 10, 2024
Among financial challenges, Americans say inflation hurts worst

New survey reveals three-quarters feeling the pinch from higher prices, with economic uncertainty impacting tax refunds and spending plans.

Fidelity unveils for-teens, by-teens thematic baskets
RIA NEWS APR 10, 2024
Fidelity unveils for-teens, by-teens thematic baskets

Billed as an industry first, the investing giant’s new thematic lineup targets three sectors and trends that are on next-gen investors’ radar.

F.L.Putnam eyes a slice of high-net-worth trust service pie
RIA NEWS APR 10, 2024
F.L.Putnam eyes a slice of high-net-worth trust service pie

The Massachusetts-based RIA is expanding its wealth management offerings with a key deal in New Hampshire.

Don’t repeat 2016 fiduciary rule mistake, NAIFA urges DOL
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 10, 2024
Don’t repeat 2016 fiduciary rule mistake, NAIFA urges DOL

'Real-world experience' shows impact of fiduciary standard on Main Street investors, advisor association warns.

Stride’s portable benefits push expands to Utah
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 10, 2024
Stride’s portable benefits push expands to Utah

Through key state legislation, the fintech firm has secured strong support for its pioneering benefits program.

LPL lands $300M team in Kentucky
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 10, 2024
LPL lands $300M team in Kentucky

The advisors from Ameriprise are joining the broker-dealer's network with their own independent practice in Louisville.

RIA Waverly scoops up $700M investment boutique
RIA NEWS APR 10, 2024
RIA Waverly scoops up $700M investment boutique

The fee-only RIA builds on its acquisition streak so far this year with its first foothold in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Cetera successfully rolls up its advisor businesses
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 10, 2024
Cetera successfully rolls up its advisor businesses

With a leaner organization, the broker-dealer is funneling cost savings from its streamlining effort into more support for advisors.

Gen Z, millennials as likely to own crypto as real estate
RIA NEWS APR 09, 2024
Gen Z, millennials as likely to own crypto as real estate

Online poll of 4,000 adults reveals younger generations’ approaches to wealth-building, financial 'hacks,' and trusted financial sources.