Leo Almazora

Leo Almazora has been the resident US News Writer for InvestmentNews since February 2024. 

An experienced journalist, he honed his understanding of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and wealth technology over seven years of conversations with portfolio managers, advisors and other industry experts and insiders over the course of nearly a decade. 

In his spare time, he enjoys running (he's run a full mary once, and is hoping to make it twice), singing, biking, listening to audiobooks, or doing some combination thereof.

Email him at [email protected].

Leo Almazora
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CFP Board, CFA Institute unveil latest exam results
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 22, 2025
CFP Board, CFA Institute unveil latest exam results

A record number of aspirants sat for the March CFP exam, while CFA pass rates edged lower as the February test introduced new specialized pathways.

Trump targets Harvard's tax-exempt status. What's the upshot for charitable giving?
NEWS RIAS APR 21, 2025
Trump targets Harvard's tax-exempt status. What's the upshot for charitable giving?

RIA founders and C-suite leaders weigh in on the impact for philanthropic clients, and why now could mark a moment in time for investors to make an impact.

Finra unveils new initiatives in efficiency, modernization push
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 21, 2025
Finra unveils new initiatives in efficiency, modernization push

Smaller firms and hybrid advisors may see relief as Finra looks to ease compliance burdens and update its oversight approach.

Younger Americans are planning more – but feeling it less
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 21, 2025
Younger Americans are planning more – but feeling it less

Estate plans and paper records may be boomer territory, but younger Americans are taking digital and emergency-prep steps – with less peace of mind.

NewEdge Wealth deepens Atlanta expansion with two new senior hires
NEWS RIAS APR 21, 2025
NewEdge Wealth deepens Atlanta expansion with two new senior hires

Latest hires reunite former Morgan Stanley and Edge Capital colleagues as part of NewEdge Wealth’s Southeastern expansion strategy

Wirehouse teams find independence in Chicago as Daymark, Rockefeller announce additions
NEWS RIAS APR 21, 2025
Wirehouse teams find independence in Chicago as Daymark, Rockefeller announce additions

The $3.7 billion Dynasty partner firm extends its presence in Chicago and Utah while Rockefeller welcomes a former Merrill Lynch team.

Why recession could spell opportunity for growth-centered advisors
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 21, 2025
Why recession could spell opportunity for growth-centered advisors

Research reveals economic downturns ranks high among factors spurring new advisor searches, alongside life events like inheritance and retirement.

Dynasty firm Procyon Partners inks staking deal with Constellation Wealth Capital
NEWS RIAS APR 17, 2025
Dynasty firm Procyon Partners inks staking deal with Constellation Wealth Capital

The $8 billion RIA is getting more fuel for geographic expansion and recruit top talent through a minority investment partnership.

Concurrent hails first quarter advisor team growth, adding $2B in AUM
NEWS RIAS APR 17, 2025
Concurrent hails first quarter advisor team growth, adding $2B in AUM

The half-dozen teams who joined the hybrid RIA in the early innings of 2025 have lifted it past a key asset milestone.

Advisor moves: RBC, Merrill, Rockefeller announce elite additions
NEWS RIAS APR 17, 2025
Advisor moves: RBC, Merrill, Rockefeller announce elite additions

RBC and Rockefeller strengthened their East Coast presence, including a $5 billion defection from JPMorgan, as Merrill welcomes a top-caliber advisor in California.