Leo Almazora

Leo Almazora is a senior journalist at InvestmentNews. Having been with IN since February 2024, he covers the full spectrum of wealth management — equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and wealth technology — drawing on nearly a decade of reporting experience built through direct conversations with portfolio managers, financial advisors, and industry insiders.

Before joining InvestmentNews, Leo spent years developing deep fluency in the language of financial professionals, giving him an instinct for what matters to advisors and their clients alike.

Outside the newsroom, he's a runner (one marathon down, one more on the horizon), a singer, a dance enthusiast, a cyclist, and an audiobook devotee – sometimes all at once.

Connect with Leo on LinkedIn or reach him at [email protected].

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Ex-Edward Jones trio unveils RIA platform for breakaways
RIA NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Ex-Edward Jones trio unveils RIA platform for breakaways

The veteran-founded firm officially launches its “Bridge Builder to Independence” model with the arrival of a former $275 million wirehouse advisor.

Baird adds to Ohio presence with Wells Fargo hire
RIA NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Baird adds to Ohio presence with Wells Fargo hire

The employee-owned wealth firm’s latest addition previously managed north of $185M at the wirehouse.

Envestnet confirms $4.5 billion acquisition
FINTECH JUL 11, 2024
Envestnet confirms $4.5 billion acquisition

Wealthtech titan to be snapped up in a transaction that also includes Reverence Capital, BlackRock, Fidelity, and other strategic partners.

Modern Wealth tops $4B AUM with C&J Wealth Advisors deal
RIA NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Modern Wealth tops $4B AUM with C&J Wealth Advisors deal

The RIA aggregator’s ninth acquisition in 14 months also represents its first foray into the South as it gains a foothold in Tennessee.

Robertson Stephens breaks another billion-dollar barrier with RIA partnership
RIA NEWS JUL 10, 2024
Robertson Stephens breaks another billion-dollar barrier with RIA partnership

The national RIA has officially exceeded $6B in advisory assets while gaining its first foothold in Oregon.

Pensionmark enters a new era with World Investment Advisors rebrand
RIA NEWS JUL 10, 2024
Pensionmark enters a new era with World Investment Advisors rebrand

After two years of supercharged growth, the RIA aggregator is refreshing its brand to entice more independent wealth practices.

Americans with advisors feel more ready to retire, finds Northwestern Mutual
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 10, 2024
Americans with advisors feel more ready to retire, finds Northwestern Mutual

Survey research showcases the value of financial advice for high-net-worth individuals, Black Americans, and next-gen investors.

Roaring Kitty’s $211M GameStop stake poses a mathematical mystery
RIA NEWS JUL 10, 2024
Roaring Kitty’s $211M GameStop stake poses a mathematical mystery

The magnitude of Keith Gill’s recently revealed meme stock positions has investing leaders and experts scratching their heads.

Lincoln takes $300k fine over VUL marketing arrangement
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JUL 10, 2024
Lincoln takes $300k fine over VUL marketing arrangement

The firm breached Finra rules when it directed some $2.9M in compensation to go to an unregistered entity, the regulator said.

Broadridge bolsters advisor platform with values-based client insights
FINTECH JUL 10, 2024
Broadridge bolsters advisor platform with values-based client insights

The global fintech provider is taking a new tack on personalization with a new integration partnership.