Consumers are confused about the impact of paper on forests
The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) analyses the results of an international survey into environmental perceptions and finds that many South Africans don’t know about the sustainability credentials of the country’s forestry sector.
Interest rates may be coming down but the era of free...
Marriott responds to the downward trajectory of inflation by launching two new portfolios within the International Investment Mandate as a tax efficient investment option.
Jana Human, CFP® | Financial Planner Profile
Blue Chip speaks to Jana Human CFP® of the JWR Group, about her journey as a Certified Financial Planner®
Unlocking hyper personalisation: AI’s role in redefining customer experience
Artificial intelligence (AI) is helping us to gain a deeper understanding of investors to provide a better customer experience, writes Paul Nixon, head of behavioural finance at Momentum Investments.
Kenny Rabson: the visionary leader behind Discovery Invest’s growth and success
Look back at the 24 year career trajectory of Discovery Invest's CEO, Kenny Rabson. A CEO that has led the company into becoming one of SA's fastest growing active unit trust investment managers.
Technology can transform South Africa’s mining sector
Sustainable mining needs sustainable practices, writes Rudie Opperman, Manager for Engineering and Training, Middle East and Africa at Axis Communications.
Psychology and AI in investments
AI has emerged as a game-changer in the realm of investments, but its relationship with psychology is equally intriguing. Psychology and AI share a...
Proper planning can ease the financial burden
Brian Harris, General Manager: Operations at Turnberry, outlines the many benefits of gap insurance cover, not least at the time of bereavement.
Investing in new highs
While many investors may feel nervous about the potential for a fall, Schroders analysis of stock market returns since 1926 shows that investing at a new high can be profitable.
Thriving in Finance: Mastering Client Engagement and Technology in Financial Advisory
Hermione Fry, Chief Operations Officer for Seed Analytics, provides financial advisors with practical tips on how to elevate their services.
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Running a financial planning business is more than serving clients well. True sustainability comes from working on the business, not only in it, writes Kevin Feather, Head, Galileo Financial Planning.
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appropriate for their portfolios, writes Jean-Pierre Matthews of Matrix Fund Managers
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