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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Tesla's Magnificent Seven status in doubt as EV stock tumbles
INVESTING EQUITIES MAR 14, 2025
Tesla's Magnificent Seven status in doubt as EV stock tumbles

Declining sales numbers, concerns around Elon Musk, and exposure to tariff risks are casting a shadow over the company's previously unshakable exceptionalism.

Advisors' gen AI adoption lags growing interest
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH MAR 13, 2025
Advisors' gen AI adoption lags growing interest

A pair of surveys shed light on how advisors want to use generative AI – and the biggest barriers holding them back.

JPMorgan's Dimon joins CEO chorus airing tariff concerns
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 13, 2025
JPMorgan's Dimon joins CEO chorus airing tariff concerns

Larry Fink and David Solomon are also warning of potential consequences from President Trump's approach to trade policies.

Citi cutting back on contractors, taking more IT in-house on mounting regulatory pressure
NEWS WIREHOUSES MAR 13, 2025
Citi cutting back on contractors, taking more IT in-house on mounting regulatory pressure

The banking giant is undertaking a tech revamp as it addresses longstanding concerns around data risk management.

RIA M&A outlook still strong in 2025 amid market uncertainty
NEWS RIAS MAR 13, 2025
RIA M&A outlook still strong in 2025 amid market uncertainty

Report highlights continuing momentum in deal activity, with private equity and minority transactions rising in prominence.

Social Security services at risk as DOGE bulldozer continues
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 13, 2025
Social Security services at risk as DOGE bulldozer continues

Reports of cuts to phone support add to broader concerns about reverberations from mass layoffs amid continued efficiency efforts.

IWI announces changes to CPWA certification program
YOUR PRACTICE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 12, 2025
IWI announces changes to CPWA certification program

The Investments and Wealth Institute's updates – covering investor psychology family dynamics, and other areas – are set to roll out later this year.

Top economists see rising recession risks as Trump undermines trust in US
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS MAR 12, 2025
Top economists see rising recession risks as Trump undermines trust in US

Two leading voices warn the president's disruptive policies could permanently damage America's "exorbitant privilege."

How one top advisor is building connections with collectibles
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES MAR 12, 2025
How one top advisor is building connections with collectibles

After going through his own estate planning reality check, Thomas Ruggie has become a sought-after speaker and authority to help secure high-net-worth investors' prized possessions.

Edward Jones is going upmarket with new high-net-worth service
NEWS BROKER DEALERS MAR 12, 2025
Edward Jones is going upmarket with new high-net-worth service

The firm's new offering, targeted toward investors with at least $10 million, will put it head-to-head against some of Wall Street's biggest names.