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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Cerity Partners bolsters high-net-worth tax offering in FBD deal
NEWS RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Cerity Partners bolsters high-net-worth tax offering in FBD deal

The PE-backed wealth firm overseeing $104 billion in assets is doubling down on the Los Angeles wealth market with its latest strategic integration.

$11.84B Merit strikes deal for Roth Asset Management
NEWS RIAS DEC 17, 2024
$11.84B Merit strikes deal for Roth Asset Management

The PE-backed hybrid RIA is expanding its reach in the Pacific Northwest while increasing its assets by $773 million.

Waverly debuts in Pennsylvania with Planning Capital acquisition
NEWS RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Waverly debuts in Pennsylvania with Planning Capital acquisition

The RIA firm's latest partnership extends its reach to 12 states while boosting its assets to $15.9 billion.

NEPC caps off year of growth with new partner and principal appointments
NEWS RIAS DEC 17, 2024
NEPC caps off year of growth with new partner and principal appointments

The OCIO giant's latest promotions 'highlight its focus on continuity, innovation, and a client-first ethos,' says managing partner.

Beacon Pointe seizes $40B victory with dual acquisitions
NEWS RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Beacon Pointe seizes $40B victory with dual acquisitions

The prominent woman-led RIA's latest deals add $613 million in assets as well as new footholds in Boston and Dallas.

Revealed: The top financial professionals in the US for 2024
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 17, 2024
Revealed: The top financial professionals in the US for 2024

From RIAs to investment advisory, financial planning firms, and service providers, this year's crop of veterans and executives are defining what it means to lead in the world of wealth.

Corient set to snap up mega-RIA $7.9B H.M. Payson
NEWS RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Corient set to snap up mega-RIA $7.9B H.M. Payson

The deal to acquire Maine's largest RIA gives CI Financial's US wealth subsidiary its first-ever location in the Northeastern state.

LPL elevates Marc Cohen to expanded managing director role
NEWS BROKER DEALERS DEC 16, 2024
LPL elevates Marc Cohen to expanded managing director role

The firm's longtime leader of corporate strategy will also spearhead efforts to reshape its models for independent advisors and other channels while reimagining its business services offerings.

Snowden Lane unveils exit planning program for senior advisors
NEWS RIAS DEC 16, 2024
Snowden Lane unveils exit planning program for senior advisors

The independent RIA's new initiative helps retiring advisors monetize their practices while helping ensure a smooth handoff to the next generation.

Social Security Fairness Act faces resistance ahead of landmark vote
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 16, 2024
Social Security Fairness Act faces resistance ahead of landmark vote

Advocacy group argues the measure, set for approval by the Senate, disproportionately favors certain public workers while risking the stability of the program.