Leo Almazora

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.

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As college costs surge, three-quarters of parents have started saving for their kids
RIA NEWS AUG 01, 2024
As college costs surge, three-quarters of parents have started saving for their kids

Fidelity research reveals the psychic toll of inflation and student debt, and how heart-to-heart conversations could kickstart the 529 habit.

Merrill Lynch nabs three advisors from Morgan Stanley
RIA NEWS AUG 01, 2024
Merrill Lynch nabs three advisors from Morgan Stanley

The Wall Street giant is expanding its profile in key markets with a trio of new additions who collectively oversaw more than $1B.

Raymond James swipes $245M advisor from LPL
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 01, 2024
Raymond James swipes $245M advisor from LPL

The independent broker-dealer has bolstered its employee advisor unit with the latest addition in New York.

Bill Ackman backtracks on Pershing Square US fund
RIA NEWS JUL 31, 2024
Bill Ackman backtracks on Pershing Square US fund

After multiple setbacks and delays, the hedge fund titan has cancelled the much-anticipated IPO for his closed-end fund.

Pershing hammered with $1.4M fine over variable-rate security errors
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE JUL 31, 2024
Pershing hammered with $1.4M fine over variable-rate security errors

Despite red flags, Finra says it failed to fix systemic reporting issues that led to over one million inaccurate account statements and trade confirmations.

Most Americans agree Social Security can’t stay status quo
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 31, 2024
Most Americans agree Social Security can’t stay status quo

Research by Nationwide reveals almost three-quarters fear funds will run out before they die, while nearly four-fifths see a need for reform.

Bluespring snaps up $1.35B retirement planning powerhouse
RIA NEWS JUL 31, 2024
Bluespring snaps up $1.35B retirement planning powerhouse

The wealth aggregator is extending its presence in Pennsylvania as it welcomes its 27th partner firm.

Sequoia expands in Connecticut with $420M UHNW manager
RIA NEWS JUL 31, 2024
Sequoia expands in Connecticut with $420M UHNW manager

The nearly $20B RIA is extending its acquisition streak as it integrates a new team into its family office.

Father-son advisor duo hops to LPL from Avantax
RIA NEWS JUL 31, 2024
Father-son advisor duo hops to LPL from Avantax

The Virginia-based family practice joins the firm after it reportedly managed some $170M at the tax-focused Cetera subsidiary.

Commonwealth snags $300M team from Northwestern Mutual
RIA NEWS JUL 31, 2024
Commonwealth snags $300M team from Northwestern Mutual

The top-ranked IBD and RIA firm has just added a Wisconsin-based advisory team to its network.