Construction hotspots
Infrastructure, renewable energy and hospitality are driving renewed growth in the African construction sector. By John Young
Demand for financial advice up 20% in year – what’s driving...
The rising cost of living, economic uncertainty, and geopolitical issues have driven-up demand for financial advice by 21.2% over the last year, according to...
How should investors respond to the stock market’s dwindling status?
Companies are abandoning the stock market in their droves, yet this is the main place where savers have put their money for long-term growth, says Schroders
High-net-worth sector rife with opportunity
Wealth management is an ever-changing industry and the businesses and advisers that are adaptable enough to these changes are far better positioned to provide clients with the best advice to manage their wealth, writes Eugene Taljaard, Regional Manager at Momentum Wealth International.
How ESG missteps impact future performance
Research supports the view that companies that neglect stakeholders pose greater risks to investors. In this article, Katherine Davidson, Portfolio Manager and Global Sector Specialist at Schroders, expounds on the research and emphasises why 'corporate karma' is crucial for your investment returns.
New global report reveals evolution of the family office ecosystem
Key findings from Ocorian’s new report – an international study with more than 130 family office professionals responsible for around $62.425 billion assets under...
Leverage the looming two-pot system to boost your retirement savings
It’s evident that many South Africans are not saving adequately for retirement given that average replacement ratios are between 25-30% says Nkululeko Kunene, Institutional Client Specialist.
Helping South Africans ride out the interest rate rollercoaster
With the interest rate at its highest in 14 years, the financial strain on South Africans is immense. As people look to reduce expenses, advisers are likely to see an increase in requests to relook or cancel cover. Lee Hancox, Head of Channel and Segment Marketing at Sanlam, explains why it is important for intermediaries to help clients reprioritise their finances to better manage their current financial obligations and plan for the future.
More than just a bridge over troubled water
Jason Horn, Execution Trader and Macro Analyst at Steyn Capital Management, explains how hedge funds are more than just a useful alternative to traditional balanced fund allocations.
FTX revisited: how could it happen, and the rules of investing
In many ways, the story of the failed crypto exchange platform FTX and its founder, Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), provide us with the quintessential example of what has come to be known as the Icarus Syndrome says Matthew Molyneux, Investment Analyst at Fundhouse
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2025 FPI Professional’s Convention
The 2025 FPI Professional’s Convention, will be taking place on the 3rd and 4th of November at the prestigious Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
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ABSIP Financial Services Symposium 2025
We have collectively championed transformation across our institutions. But what has been the tangible impact of our efforts on the broader South African economy? The 2025 Symposium is conceived as a definitive moment to answer this question—to assess our progress, acknowledge our challenges, and strategically define the path forward.
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