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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Online brokerages at a crossroads, J.D. Power says
FINTECH APR 04, 2024
Online brokerages at a crossroads, J.D. Power says

With customer satisfaction stalled and trust levels flat, DIY trading firms must show 'clear, quantifiable value' with personalized guidance, research shows.

Washington advisor claims victories in Hightower noncompete saga
COMPLIANCE APR 03, 2024
Washington advisor claims victories in Hightower noncompete saga

The legal skirmish has taken several turns, including a temporary restraining order and a decision kicking the case back to the state level.

Lincoln adds new PEPs to its group retirement shelf
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 03, 2024
Lincoln adds new PEPs to its group retirement shelf

The insurance and retirement solutions provider is taking fresh aim at the workplace coverage gap with 401(k) and 403(b) offerings.

Stride goes further for gig workers with portable benefits program
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 03, 2024
Stride goes further for gig workers with portable benefits program

The fintech’s new savings program for independent workers is being launched in partnership with DoorDash, with a pilot in Pennsylvania.

Fees for financial planning are on the rise: AdvicePay
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 03, 2024
Fees for financial planning are on the rise: AdvicePay

Research shows upticks across subscription and one-time payment models amid investors’ growing appreciation for financial advice.

Focus chugs along with hub merger strategy
RIA NEWS APR 03, 2024
Focus chugs along with hub merger strategy

The latest intra-network consolidation, involving a HNW and retirement plan practice in Illinois, is set to form a $14.5B wealth firm.

EP Wealth snaps up $1.2B California practice
RIA NEWS APR 03, 2024
EP Wealth snaps up $1.2B California practice

The RIA's acquisition of Wacker Wealth Partners, its second deal this year, bolsters its presence in the state’s Central Coast region.

SEI rolls out upgrades to managed accounts program
TAMPS APR 02, 2024
SEI rolls out upgrades to managed accounts program

The investment platform provider adds more SMA and UMA options, reduces costs, and boosts tax optimization tech for advisors.

Mutual funds make a comeback in February, Cerulli says
ETFS APR 02, 2024
Mutual funds make a comeback in February, Cerulli says

Data show the first net inflows into mutual funds in roughly two years, with an unprecedented $22 billion net influx into active ETFs.

ARA, Ceres throw support behind DOL ESG rule for 401(k)s
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 02, 2024
ARA, Ceres throw support behind DOL ESG rule for 401(k)s

The two nonprofits are urging the Court of Appeals to uphold a lower court decision supporting a 'middle-of-the-road' approach for fiduciaries.