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The power of play in the workplace

The power of play in the workplace: how fun fuels success

According to Kruger, employees engaging in playful activities “experience a sense of freedom that allows fresh thinking, stronger connections with colleagues and increased motivation”.
Francois Olivier CA(SA), CFA, Portfolio Manager, Mazi Asset Management and Stephan Engelbrecht, Portfolio Manager, Mazi Asset Management

A shift up and to the left

By understanding their unique strategies and regulated nature, investors can leverage the true potential of hedge funds to achieve higher returns while effectively managing risk, writes Francois Olivier CA(SA), CFA, Portfolio Manager, Mazi Asset Management and Stephan Engelbrecht, Portfolio Manager, Mazi Asset Management.

South Africa’s Q1 GDP: A marginal win, but still a long...

South Africa's first-quarter GDP growth remained sluggish at 0.1%, narrowly exceeding market forecasts of a 0.1% contraction. Despite this slight improvement, Maarten Ackerman, Chief Economist and Advisory Partner at Citadel, cautioned that the uptick is "not something to celebrate," emphasising that the economy continues to struggle with an extended period of low growth.
John Robinson, DFM specialist, The Robert Group.

The Robert Group

According to John Robinson, DFM Specialist at The Robert Group, TRG Private Wealth is dedicated to the empowerment of financial advisors through innovative solutions that drive success.
Warren Wheatley CA (SA), CFP®, Founder, Altvest

Altvest Capital reports robust FY2025 growth: asset expansion, strategic investments, and...

Altvest Capital reports strong FY2025 results driven by asset growth and investment performance
Shaun Thompson, Financial Planner

Shaun Thompson | Financial Planner Profile

Blue Chip speaks to Shaun Thompson, Financial Planner at Asset Tree Financial Advisors, about his journey as a Financial Planner®.
Survival of the fastest

Survival of the fastest

With the arrival of Artificial Intelligence into the mainstream world, we find ourselves at a point of optimism over the future in this cycle of technology innovation, writes Doug Nicol, Investment Analyst at Fundhouse.
Luis Levy, CFA®, Chief Executive Officer, STRATEGIQ Capital

STRATEGIQ Capital

By prioritising independence, expertise, transparency and partnership, STRATEGIQ empowers financial advisors with cutting-edge tools and strategic insights, writes Luis Levy, CFA®, Chief Executive Officer, STRATEGIQ Capital.
Anton Swanapoel_Thought Leader Portrait

Record of advice: various definitions often lead to misinterpretation

Anton Swanepoel, Founder of Trusted Advisors, states that some advisors refer to the client proposal as the record of advice and others refer to a quotation as the record of advice, both of which are only partially correct.
Altvest Capital's banners on road

Altvest credit opportunities fund reports transformational year of growth and impact...

The Altvest Credit Opportunities Fund (ACOF), a specialist SME-focused private credit fund managed by Altvest Capital, today announced its audited financial results for the year ended 28 February 2025, marking a breakthrough year in its mission to democratise access to capital and drive inclusive economic growth across South Africa.
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Alexforbes named South African Manager of the Year at the Raging Bull Awards

Alexforbes were honoured at the Raging Bull Awards with two prestigious awards that highlighted the firms investment achievements and long-term performance.

What are the different types of structured products available to retail and institutional investors...

There is a limited range of structured products offered in South Africa compared to the rest of the world.

The 2026 guide to structured products in South Africa

Exclusive: The 2026 Structured Products Guide is now available as an eBook. This guide features a range of highly informative introductory articles about structured products in South Africa and provide profiles of leading companies offering structured products in South Africa.

Is everything becoming AI – and how can you respond without selling equities?

How can investors guard against the concentration risk of the technology/AI narrative without giving up equity exposure?

What is a structured product?

Structured products can offer investors a unique way to access market returns while managing risk with capital protection and tailored pay-offs. These innovative investments have evolved and can now offer the potential for enhanced or geared returns, with partial capital protection. Investors must weigh the trade-offs against the gains.
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