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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More clients making wealth transfer plans a family affair
RIA NEWS MAR 20, 2024
More clients making wealth transfer plans a family affair

Edward Jones research gives an advisor-eye view of shifting trends in wealth transfer conversations and clients’ planning priorities.

Ramapo Wealth Advisors gains strength with Invesco hire
RIA NEWS MAR 20, 2024
Ramapo Wealth Advisors gains strength with Invesco hire

The New Jersey independent’s newest partner and wealth advisor’s history includes stints at UBS and Merrill Lynch.

Citi taps former UBS exec to head family office unit
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 20, 2024
Citi taps former UBS exec to head family office unit

The firm is tapping the veteran business-builder and reshuffling key members of its wealth unit as it looks to bolster its UHNW division.

DeVoe & Co. names new marketing head
RIA NEWS MAR 20, 2024
DeVoe & Co. names new marketing head

The RIA-focused consultancy’s executive hire joins with more than 20 years of experience.

LPL expands Mississippi presence with family practice
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 20, 2024
LPL expands Mississippi presence with family practice

The veteran advisor and his two sons are joining the IBD after managing $250M at Wells Fargo.

Why pre-retirees with a plan are better off in retirement
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 19, 2024
Why pre-retirees with a plan are better off in retirement

T. Rowe Price report reinforces benefits of formal financial planning on retirement wealth, confidence, and more for 401(k) participants.

Flourish tightens ties with Focus under new tech partnership
RIA NEWS MAR 19, 2024
Flourish tightens ties with Focus under new tech partnership

Deal expanding access to tech solution comes as the independent wealth network eyes a new chapter of growth.

With $67T in liquid assets, US stays on top of the world
RIA NEWS MAR 19, 2024
With $67T in liquid assets, US stays on top of the world

Report details top cities for centimillionaires and billionaires, including wealth hot spots to watch and real estate leaders.

Voyant sweetens its wealth tech suite with new tools
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 19, 2024
Voyant sweetens its wealth tech suite with new tools

The fintech provider has added features to support Social Security income planning, Roth conversions, and life insurance planning.

Investors bullish despite election uncertainty: CFP Board
RIA NEWS MAR 19, 2024
Investors bullish despite election uncertainty: CFP Board

A CFP Board survey found six out of seven advisors say their clients are optimistic.