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].

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Robinhood going after advisory business 'aggressively', says CEO
NEWS RIAS FEB 13, 2025
Robinhood going after advisory business 'aggressively', says CEO

DIY investment giant's earnings surge as TradePMR acquisition plan rolls along, putting it on strong footing for future expansion.

SignatureFD welcomes M&A veteran Peter Nesvold to board
NEWS RIAS FEB 12, 2025
SignatureFD welcomes M&A veteran Peter Nesvold to board

The $9.1 billion RIA is tapping into Nesvold's decades of leadership, including his time at Silver Lane Advisors and Bear Stearns, for its next leg of thoughtful expansion.

For two-fifths of modern couples, commitment is spelled with joint insurance
RETIREMENT LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES FEB 12, 2025
For two-fifths of modern couples, commitment is spelled with joint insurance

Survey of renting couples finds joint policies on par with traditional milestones, including moving in together and their first "I love you," as a means to cement relationships.

How pro bono planning creates a practice management edge
GO RIA PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 12, 2025
How pro bono planning creates a practice management edge

Finding purpose, skills enhancement, and attracting new talent are just a few potential benefits for altruistic planners and the firms that support them.

Carson Group taps Zocks for AI-powered client insights
NEWS RIAS FEB 12, 2025
Carson Group taps Zocks for AI-powered client insights

The $38 billion national RIA's latest fintech partnership joins a broader trend of platforms helping firms and advisors pursue organic growth with artificial intelligence.

After strong December, ETF inflows took a breather in January
INVESTING ESG FEB 12, 2025
After strong December, ETF inflows took a breather in January

New FactSet research breaks down the asset classes and categories that drove new ETF launches, with a short detour into why ESG funds are down but not out.

Advisors weigh reputational risks, regulatory shifts in digital asset adoption
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES FEB 12, 2025
Advisors weigh reputational risks, regulatory shifts in digital asset adoption

Client sentiment and the regulatory climate may be getting sunnier, but fiduciary concerns are still holding three-fifths of surveyed advisors back from embracing crypto investments.

wealth.com welcomes Kathy Wunderli in private wealth push
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH FEB 11, 2025
wealth.com welcomes Kathy Wunderli in private wealth push

The top estate planning platform's veteran hire will lead its legal team's efforts to develop estate planning, tax analysis, and wealth transfer solutions for ultra-high-net-worth clients.

LPL welcomes $630M sibling advisor duo from Corebridge
NEWS BROKER DEALERS FEB 11, 2025
LPL welcomes $630M sibling advisor duo from Corebridge

Meanwhile, Ameriprise has bolstered its own ranks as an LPL defector joins its branch channel in California.

Veris Wealth Partners and Choreo make C-suite changes
NEWS RIAS FEB 11, 2025
Veris Wealth Partners and Choreo make C-suite changes

Veris revealed a key promotion and its successful CIO transition, while $24.6 billion RIA Choreo taps a veteran leader for a newly created role.