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Beyond the trophy: the invaluable lessons of a Financial Planner of...

Rudolph Geldenhuys shares his experience of winning the FPI Financial Planner of the Year 2024/25.

A changing world

This year, 2025, will go down in history as an important turning point for the world, writes George Herman, Chief Investment Officer, Citadel.

Protect yourself from financial fraud

Scams are becoming more frequent and increasingly sophisticated, with financial losses on the rise. Bryan Leach, a wealth manager at Private Client Holdings, gives practical advice on how to protect yourself.

The Crème de la Crème – meet our three finalists

The Financial Planner of the Year Award was launched in 2000 and is the most prestigious award in the industry. It recognises South Africa’s top CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® – a stellar professional who exhibits revolutionary ideas, consummate skill and unimpeachable ethics when dealing with clients. Meet our three finalists: Theoniel McDonald CFP®, Brendan Dunn CFP® and Nicola Langridge CFP®

The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal

The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.

For the people

At a time when South Africans are facing uncertain economic pressures, it is important for the insurance industry to shift what they provide and how they provide it. Creativity and innovation are key. Blue Chip speaks to Brandon Garbutt, an insurance entrepreneur, about securing the right cover for your unique lifestyle and risks.

Independent financial advice: the power of choice

Independent advisors offer unbiased recommendations, holistic planning across financial needs, support through life transitions and peace of mind. By Tishalan Pillay, Director of Sales and Marketing, ASI.
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Investing’s holy grail? 

Investors are often confronted with a range of considerations, from how to access hedge funds, to which strategies to choose and whether hedge funds are appropriate for their portfolios, writes Jean-Pierre Matthews of Matrix Fund Managers

‘Braaibroodjies’ are more important than you ever imagined

The standard basket of goods and services consumed by the average South African is not as accurate an indicator of inflation as the “Braaibroodjie Index", writes Guy Holwill of Fairbairn Consult.

Building value in a shifting landscape

Why financial advisers should take note of the Curate Momentum Flexible Property Fund. By Natalie Harrison, Head of Distribution at Curate.

The G20 dividend: Global status can help to secure SA’s economic future

By Hugh Hacking, Executive Head of Structured Investments and Annuities at Momentum Corporate.

Africa’s trillion-dollar decade: don’t miss the boat

Africa is building a momentum that has the potential to define the next decade, writes Moses Njuguna, Analyst at Mazi Asset Management.
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