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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SEC tightens rules on robo-advisor registration
FINTECH MAR 29, 2024
SEC tightens rules on robo-advisor registration

The rule revamp fills a gap in an early-2000s exemption that let investment advisors use websites as ‘props,’ says SEC Chair Gary Gensler.

Cetera bolsters credit union commitment with new council
RIA NEWS MAR 28, 2024
Cetera bolsters credit union commitment with new council

Seven founding members from Cetera’s credit union partners are coming together in a forum to improve wealth offerings in the sector.

Raymond James signs $243M advisor from Wells Fargo
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 28, 2024
Raymond James signs $243M advisor from Wells Fargo

The industry veteran with two decades of experience will reinforce the brokerage firm's presence in Tennessee.

Ascensus seals deal for beefy $3.9B 401(k) business
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 28, 2024
Ascensus seals deal for beefy $3.9B 401(k) business

The third-party administrator will take over 2,300 plans from its long-time partner, Mutual of Omaha.

Omaha senior loses thousands to Dave Ramsey impostor
RIA NEWS MAR 28, 2024
Omaha senior loses thousands to Dave Ramsey impostor

A scammer lured the 72-year-old into a fraudulent bitcoin investment by spoofing the advisor-cum-radio show host’s website.

Kestra Financial unveils partnership with $600M firm
RIA NEWS MAR 28, 2024
Kestra Financial unveils partnership with $600M firm

Based in New York, the multigenerational HNW practice expects to build on its meteoric growth record while elevating its service offerings.

Wealth Enhancement Group gains ground in Florida
RIA NEWS MAR 28, 2024
Wealth Enhancement Group gains ground in Florida

The firm has acquired a $226 million RIA, landing its 12th office in the Southeastern wealth hot spot.

LPL welcomes $250M team from Wells Fargo
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 28, 2024
LPL welcomes $250M team from Wells Fargo

The Brick, New Jersey-based team includes a veteran advisor and two siblings.

It’s official: Health care costs trump retirees’ other concerns
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 28, 2024
It’s official: Health care costs trump retirees’ other concerns

Poll of US seniors reveals that worries over health care expenses impact other areas, but only one-third have saved for health costs.

FusionIQ launches unified investment platform
FINTECH MAR 27, 2024
FusionIQ launches unified investment platform

The new platform brings together various investments including digital assets, special purpose vehicles, and ETFs.