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Sasfin Wealth is now Otto1890

IFAs are the backbone of independent advice in this country, and Otto1890 sees itself as their institutional partner. Otto1890 brings execution, custody scale and global investment capability across asset classes and an open architecture. Blue Chip speaks to Flynn Robson, director and head of private clients, Otto1890.

Same trusted engine; a sharper partner

Because Otto1890’s solutions are modular, a practice can start small and layer on capability as it grows without re-papering clients or rebuilding processes each time. Blue Chip speaks to Claudius Rostoll, head of private client enablement at Otto1890.

The right expertise makes all the difference

How experience, fresh thinking and sophisticated investment tools come together to build portfolios designed for long-term outcomes. By Craig Pheiffer, Chief Investment Strategist, Otto1890.

Regulators in action: Strengthening consumer protection together

With so many financial products and services available, it is important for consumers to know their rights and where to turn when they have a problem.

Seven financial planning lessons from Leaderex 2026

Financial planning goes beyond saving and investing. At Leaderex 2026, FPI MyMoney123 speakers shared practical insights on protecting wealth, investing wisely and planning for the future.

A legend in the financial world retires

"Thank you, Momentum, for 34 unforgettable years," said Danie van den Bergh, one of the great characters of the financial planning industry, when he retired at the end of August.

Is your financial plan written for the woman you used to...

The woman you are today has different priorities, responsibilities and ambitions. Your money strategy should reflect that, writes Laetitia Olivier, Financial Adviser at Momentum Financial Planning.

Celebrating Blue Chip’s 100th edition

Lelané Bezuidenhout, CFP®, CEO, Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa, pays tribute to Blue Chip's 100th issue.

What matters most to investors during “permanent” volatility? 

Uncertainty is becoming the norm, say investors, as they adjust their strategies to navigate – and exploit – persistently higher volatility, writes Phil Robotham, Head of South Africa, Client Group, Schroders. 

FPi announces 2026 Financial Planner of the Year finalists

South Africa’s leading financial planning professionals to be recognised at 2026 FPi Professional's Convention.
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Optimising hybrid retirement strategies

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Arista Networks: Connecting AI Infrastructure 

Why the world's largest AI and cloud companies rely on Arista to keep their networks running. By Devon Smithers, global equity analyst at Mazi Asset Management.

US midterms: what will the outcome mean for US assets and the dollar?  

Schroders looks at how outcomes might impact US debt and thus the markets’ response to US assets and the dollar. 
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