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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Empower partners with Allianz Life for first fixed index annuity
RETIREMENT RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 05, 2024
Empower partners with Allianz Life for first fixed index annuity

The retirement plan giant is giving millions of customers access to its latest guaranteed lifetime income offering through its managed account programs.

Newcomer RIA Serenus goes bicoastal with New York City office
NEWS RIAS DEC 05, 2024
Newcomer RIA Serenus goes bicoastal with New York City office

The independent high-net-worth RIA's inaugural East Coast location will be headed by a new partner previously from Merrill Lynch.

Concurrent hits $9.7B with latest advisor additions
NEWS RIAS DEC 05, 2024
Concurrent hits $9.7B with latest advisor additions

The newest members of the multi-custodial RIA's network in Georgia and Texas have collectively brought $885 million in AUM to the firm.

New anti-woke ETF takes aim at Starbucks
INVESTING ESG DEC 05, 2024
New anti-woke ETF takes aim at Starbucks

The strategy, set for an early 2025 launch, aims to push back against S&P 500 firms that push diversity, equity, and inclusion in their hiring processes.

Trump names ex-congressman Billy Long as surprise pick for IRS commissioner
RETIREMENT TAX DEC 05, 2024
Trump names ex-congressman Billy Long as surprise pick for IRS commissioner

The incoming US president's signal to prematurely replace Danny Werfel, a Biden appointee, has drawn some concerns and questions.

Orion taps Envestnet vet Chris Shutler as head of strategy
YOUR PRACTICE FINTECH DEC 05, 2024
Orion taps Envestnet vet Chris Shutler as head of strategy

Meanwhile, Orion's former COO and wealth division president has emerged to become CEO of wealth technology consultancy firm F2 strategy.

Interest rates, tax uncertainty driving a surge in estate planning
RETIREMENT TAX DEC 04, 2024
Interest rates, tax uncertainty driving a surge in estate planning

New BofA survey report unpacks trends around high-net-worth individuals' trust and estate strategies, including insights on business succession and incapacity planning.

Donald Trump taps ex-SEC commissioner Atkins as next chair
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 04, 2024
Donald Trump taps ex-SEC commissioner Atkins as next chair

The president-elect's nominee, whose regulatory stance contrasts sharply with outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler, drew cheers from voices in the crypto and investment industries.

Dynasty announces wealth advisory tie-up with Nasdaq Private Market
NEWS RIAS DEC 04, 2024
Dynasty announces wealth advisory tie-up with Nasdaq Private Market

The strategic partnership will help employees of non-public companies navigate secondary liquidity events with comprehensive investment and tax planning services.

Mariner adds $878M in bicoastal double-deal
NEWS RIAS DEC 04, 2024
Mariner adds $878M in bicoastal double-deal

The PE-backed RIA colossus with $245 billion in assets under management has just expanded its footprint in Florida and California.