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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World Investment Advisors bolsters leadership with new CFO
RIA NEWS AUG 13, 2024
World Investment Advisors bolsters leadership with new CFO

The firm recently known as Pensionmark is looking to its next phase of growth with a leader experienced in complex M&A transactions.

Ameriprise lands $1.5B powerhouse group from UBS
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 13, 2024
Ameriprise lands $1.5B powerhouse group from UBS

The elite five-advisor team with a focus on HNW clients and retirement planning is extending the IBD giant’s recruitment streak in Texas

$630M superteam from Osaic departs to Commonwealth
RIA NEWS AUG 13, 2024
$630M superteam from Osaic departs to Commonwealth

The family-owned ensemble led by sibling advisors adds to the fast-growing RIA's footprint in Arizona.

AssetMark woos cash-focused advisors with expanded solutions suite
FINTECH AUG 12, 2024
AssetMark woos cash-focused advisors with expanded solutions suite

The fintech platform has added new products to help advisors dig deeper into an estimated $8B planning opportunity.

Trust & Will adds flexibility for advisors with streamlined pricing
FINTECH AUG 12, 2024
Trust & Will adds flexibility for advisors with streamlined pricing

The estate planning tech platform is differentiating itself with new subscription options for its services.

Cadaret Grant, LPL's fresh B-D purchase, to pay $6M+ over revenue sharing conflicts
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE AUG 12, 2024
Cadaret Grant, LPL's fresh B-D purchase, to pay $6M+ over revenue sharing conflicts

The Atria subsidiary failed to disclose conflicted payments and mutual fund transaction markups to clients for nearly five years, according to the SEC.

SMArtX beefs up its menu of models
FINTECH AUG 12, 2024
SMArtX beefs up its menu of models

The Florida-based fintech has added new asset managers and strategies, including just over a dozen SMAs from Invesco, to its platform.

Citi to sell off wealth unit’s trust administration services
RIA NEWS AUG 12, 2024
Citi to sell off wealth unit’s trust administration services

The banking giant’s decision comes shortly after news that a key member of its leadership is leaving after just four months.

LPL kicks off biggest-ever conference at Focus 2024
RIA NEWS AUG 12, 2024
LPL kicks off biggest-ever conference at Focus 2024

The three-day agenda for the San Diego event includes a brand-new visual identity, 200 breakout sessions, and discussions around AI and cybersecurity.

Russell Investments taps Goldman Sachs vet for global alts role
ALTERNATIVES AUG 12, 2024
Russell Investments taps Goldman Sachs vet for global alts role

The global asset manager’s latest executive hire will be in charge of developing its global alts strategy, with a special focus on private markets.