Amplify Investment Partners
Based in Tygervalley, Cape Town, Amplify Investment Partners is a registered discretionary Financial Services Provider, which holds a FAIS Category I, II and IIA licence (FSP No. 712).
The pros and cons of using a hedge fund
Hedge fund strategies are not guaranteed to outperform more traditional investments, but they can turn market downturns into value-generating opportunities.
Types of hedge funds offered in South Africa
All hedge funds in South Africa are classified according to four tiers. Each tier addresses one of four key questions that any hedge fund investor should consider when deciding to invest.
The role of Absa Prime Brokers in the hedge fund industry
Prime brokers play a vital role in supporting hedge funds by providing essential services and resources. By Chris Edwards, Managing Director and Head of the Prime Services, and the Index & Structured Solutions businesses at Absa Bank Ltd.
What is a hedge fund?
Hedge funds employ investment strategies that aim to outperform in both rising and falling markets. This article is the first in a series of introductory articles on hedge funds, written by Rob Macdonald, an independent consultant, author and CFP® Professional.
A guide to Hedge Funds and Hedge Fund Managers in South...
The 2025 Blue Chip Hedge Fund Guide is the launch edition of a special annual supplement designed to provide useful information to the South African financial planning community on these investment vehicles.
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Causeway Securities
Founded in 2016, Causeway Securities is a global independent securities brokerage headquartered in Belfast, with offices in London and New York.
IRFA 2026 Conference
The IRFA 2026 Conference will address the dual transformation facing African retirement funds: navigating a fundamentally changed global order while meeting dramatically evolved member expectations.
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As DFMs grow in scale and influence, the debate around flexibility and customisation in their investment offerings intensifies.
Meet the Managers 2026
Meet the Managers is considered the “Ted-Talk” in investment management, where financial advisors can access a vast array of investment managers, covering all types...
Offshore investment gains momentum in SA
Blue Chip speaks to Hymne Landman, CEO at Momentum Wealth, about offshore investing for South Africans.















