Leo Almazora

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Leo Francis Almazora

Senior Journalist

10 years experience1,025,285 Total views on InvestmentNews in 2025

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RIAs Alternative investments Fintech Mutual funds Practice management

Leo Almazora is the resident US news writer at InvestmentNews, a role he has held since February 2024. He covers a broad range of topics central to the financial advisory industry, including broker-dealer news, registered investment advisor (RIA) activity, advisor recruitment and moves, retirement planning, elder fraud, and wealth technology across the United States. Leo brings nearly a decade of financial journalism experience to his reporting, having developed deep expertise in equities, fixed income, mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), alternative investments, and wealthtech through extensive conversations with portfolio managers, financial advisors, and industry executives.

How I think about writing for this industry…

“After a decade of covering wealth management from the Canadian and US perspectives, I've chosen to see this space as a rich industry filled with motivated individuals working against forces that go against their clients' best interest. It's been encouraging to watch the industry from purely focusing on investment products to a more holistic approach that includes financial planning, risk management, retirement planning, charitable giving, and legacy conversations.”

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Featured content from Leo

Pontera cries 'anticompetitive,' Fidelity cites cyber safety in credential sharing standoff 'This came out of the blue': Why firms are pushing back against New Jersey's proposed independent contractor rule From breakaways to breakouts: How Altruist's Jason Wenk sees next-gen RIAs moving forward

Previous experience

  • Key Media — US News Writer
  • Key Meda — Canada editor
  • Key Media — News editor
  • Key Meda — Business journalist

Education

  • Masters in Applied Business Economics, University of Asia and the Pacific
  • Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, University of the Philippines

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The election is just one of several key investor concerns, says Janus Henderson
RIA NEWS OCT 30, 2024
The election is just one of several key investor concerns, says Janus Henderson

A shift away from equities, the rise of AI, and too-good news on financial literacy should catch advisors' attention, says the global asset manager.

401(k) rollovers fraught with challenges
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 30, 2024
401(k) rollovers fraught with challenges

From forgotten account details to long waiting times and unintended tax triggers, new report shines a spotlight on headaches and pain points for retirement savers.

Wealth tech firm Amplify adds $2B Kingswood to platform
FINTECH OCT 30, 2024
Wealth tech firm Amplify adds $2B Kingswood to platform

The fintech provider will provide digital onboarding, reporting, and trading capabilities to drive the independent wealth firm's growth.

Advisors boost workers' 401(k) confidence, finds Pontera
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 30, 2024
Advisors boost workers' 401(k) confidence, finds Pontera

Survey reveals most advised plan members max out their contributions, are more aware of fees, and have greater peace of mind in their retirement planning.

Annuities' sales growth streak reaches 16th quarter, says Limra
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 30, 2024
Annuities' sales growth streak reaches 16th quarter, says Limra

The latest Q3 figures point to a $331B year-to-date sales bonanza, a new record for RILA sales, and a fresh high for fixed index annuities.

iCapital seals deal to scoop up AltExchange
ALTERNATIVES OCT 30, 2024
iCapital seals deal to scoop up AltExchange

The alts-focused wealth tech giant is looking to ramp up its data management capabilities with an AI-driven solution courtesy of its latest strategic acquisition.

401(k) fee disclosures have improved transparency, though clarity still a concern
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 29, 2024
401(k) fee disclosures have improved transparency, though clarity still a concern

New GAO research reveals DOL regulatory changes have led to lower fees, but retirement savers could still be confused.

Waverly Advisors bolsters Colorado presence with Mueller partnership
RIA NEWS OCT 29, 2024
Waverly Advisors bolsters Colorado presence with Mueller partnership

The PE-backed RIA's second location in the state bolsters its $14.4B AUM enterprise with a HNW tax and retirement planning practice.

$245B Mariner gets capital infusion from Neuberger Berman
RIA NEWS OCT 29, 2024
$245B Mariner gets capital infusion from Neuberger Berman

The national wealth advisory firm is continuing to pursue its growth goal to reach 5,000 advisors with a fresh shot of capital and strategic support.

Hybrid RIA network Kestra welcomes Wealth Empowerment Financial Strategies
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS OCT 29, 2024
Hybrid RIA network Kestra welcomes Wealth Empowerment Financial Strategies

The $103B independent wealth platform's latest addition in Boca Raton, Florida comes after bolting from embattled firm B. Riley.