AI: an approach that will power change in almost every industry
Chris Willis, a Research Analyst at Melville Douglas, states that although artificial intelligence (AI) has long been a prominent topic, it seemed distant to many until it became widely accessible in 2023.
Making a positive impact
Blue Chip speaks to Nonhlanhla Nxele, CFP®, founder and CEO of Esteemed Financial Solutions, who has participated in a business development and growth support programme run by the Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA).
The pinnacle of wealth curatorship
True wealth management is a subtle transformative process that connects a unique combination of elements to create a powerful outcome. It requires a specific mindset, a distinct philosophy and a true depth of expertise. Private Clients by Old Mutual Wealth has mastered these elements. We speak to the Head of Proposition and Business Development, Jaco Gouws.
Cryptocurrency’s evolution
The cryptocurrency market’s journey underscores its transition from a speculative novelty to a complex financial ecosystem, writes Kobus Kleyn of Kainos Wealth.
It is the team that wins the tournament
According to Darren Burns from Graviton, if a financial advisor isn’t acting as a financial coach for their clients, what other role do they play?
Diversifying personal share portfolios in a growing $12-trillion global ETF opportunity
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) are innovative investment vehicles that have gained significant traction amidst high US interest rates an devolving market conditions, writes Michelle Noth.
Where to tech, and when to human
Technology is transforming the financial advice industry and the financial planning profession, writes Francois du Toit, Founder of PROpulsion.
Enhancing client well-being through holistic planning
Kim Potgieter CFP®, Director at Chartered Wealth Solutions, discusses ways that planners can adequately equip their clients for a life that is financially and mentally healthy.
Practice makes perfect
Blue Chip caught up with managing director and co-founder, Craig and Sue Torr, winners of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa’s (FPI) 2023 Approved Professional Practice of the Year Award. Crue Invest, founded in 2004, provides expert advice on all aspects of financial planning.
Who do you trust with your digital information?
Who do you trust to access your digital information, if something happens to you? A question posed by Sarah Love, CFP®, FPSA®, TEP, Fiduciary Practitioner at Private Client Trust.
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The Investment Forum 2027 is now open
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