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.
Communication that feels relatable
Why emotional intelligence is a financial planner’s secret weapon. By Tim Slatter, Creator of Contatto and Director,
Slatter Communications
Offshore isn’t always greener: who would have thought it?
When it comes to investing, some voices cut through the noise with rare clarity. By Kopano Makhu and Shaun Bruyns:
Multi-Asset Co-Portfolio Managers at Mazi Asset Management
Altvest Capital transitions to Africa Bitcoin Corporation (ABC) – Africa’s first...
Altvest Capital announced its formal transition to Africa Bitcoin Corporation (ABC) on 1 September 2025, marking the beginning of a bold new chapter in African finance.
An introduction to financial wellbeing
What is financial wellbeing? And why do you need to care? By Chris Budd, former financial planner and founder of Ovation Finance Ltd, author and founder of the Institute for Financial Wellbeing.
The two-pot system: One year on
Across the 1.1-million actively contributing members administered by Alexforbes, more than 650 000 savings pot claims worth R9.5-billion were processed in the first year. Article by Vickie Lange: Head of Corporate Best Practice at Alexforbes
Quantum leap: how quantum computers are rewriting the rules of tech
The growing demands of AI, data science and global complexity are pushing classical computing to its limits. In this article, Peter Foster, Chief Investment Officer, Fundhouse, focusus on the development of quantum computing and explore the impact it can have across industries.
Are you feeling awkward… yet?
There’s plenty to feel awkward about this September, with a Capital Legacy advertising campaign showcasing strange, humourous ways in which people have died. But the reason they’re doing it is not what you might expect.
Records tumble in best year yet for South Africa’s hedge fund...
South Africa’s hedge fund industry had its best year yet in 2024, with assets under management (AUM) reaching a new all-time high of R152.7-billion, according to the 2024 Novare Hedge Fund Survey.
Charity begins at home
Women at Prescient Investment Management are shaping conversations across investments, client strategy and leadership teams. Blue Chip speaks to three women leaders at the helm of Prescient.
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Why are more South Africans returning to their retirement savings?
Why are more South Africans returning to their retirement savings?
Therese Grobler, Head of Wealth Management at Momentum Financial Planning (MFP) takes a closer look at the emerging patterns behind withdrawals and what they reveal about how people are navigating financial pressure today.
Modern portfolio thinking: How diversification is evolving for today’s markets
In today’s evolving investment landscape, diversification remains central to building resilient portfolios. While traditional portfolios, anchored in equities and bonds, still matter, recent shifts have encouraged investors to broaden their approach.
Listening: the financial planner’s “tape measure”
The key to ensuring the financial plan fits the client’s life, not just their wallet.
ABSA: Putting client needs at the centre of portfolio decisions
Investors and their advisors must first undertake a needs analysis in order to determine the investor’s investment objectives.
Future-proof your move: why your next qualification should be immersive
With AI, globalisation and rapid economic shifts reshaping industries overnight, the skills that guaranteed stability yesterday are quickly becoming obsolete and are being replaced by advanced technologies.
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