MitonOptimal South Africa
For over 25 years, Cape Town-based MitonOptimal has established enduring partnerships with advisors by emphasising innovation, adaptability and a steadfast client-centric approach.
A major milestone in the evolution of professional certification in financial...
The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first CFP® Capstone and Financial Plan assessment, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of professional certification in financial planning.
Forged by fire: where futures take flight
Gareth Collier, CFP®, one of the 2024 Financial Planner of the Year Award runners-up, recently opened his own financial planning practice, Firecrest Modern Capital. Blue Chip spoke to Collier about the intricacies of this inception.
Altvest Capital reports robust FY2025 growth: asset expansion, strategic investments, and...
Altvest Capital reports strong FY2025 results driven by asset growth and investment performance
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.
A Coaching Way of Being
Blue Chip explores the role of coaching in unlocking financial potential. Behavioural coaching expert, Rob Macdonald, unpacks what it is and why it is important to the work of a financial planner.
The succession plan dilemma for financial advisors
Marc Wiese, Managing Director at Warwick Wealth's explores key challenges and solutions for a seamless transition.
Portfolios built for prosperity
Capital Internationals Group's collaborative approach enables them to better understand your business, adapt to its unique requirements and ensure that your client needs come first.
Cutting out the noise
The FPI Harry Brews’ Award recognises an individual who has made a significant contribution to the financial planning profession through service to society, academia, training, government, media and any other professional activities. Blue Chip speaks to Bruce Whitfield, winner of the FPI Harry Brews’ Award, 2024.
Alexforbes strengthens investment capabilities
Alexforbes announces significant enhancements to its investment team, aimed at delivering superior outcomes for clients across various regions.
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The Crème de la Crème – meet the three finalists
The Financial Planner of the Year Award was launched in 2000 and is the most prestigious award in the industry. It recognises South Africa’s top CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® – a stellar professional who exhibits revolutionary ideas, consummate skill and unimpeachable ethics when dealing with clients. Meet the three finalists.
Reimagining retirement
Historically, clients had to choose between the certainty of a life annuity and the flexibility of a living annuity. Now they can get the...
The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal
The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news in the new issue of Blue Chip.
Choosing the right hedge fund
Investment strategy, track record, risk management, investment team, fees and a thorough due diligence are key considerations when choosing a hedge fund.
Midlife recalibration: guiding clients through the midlife transition
Between 45 and 60, many clients feel a growing pull to recalibrate. It’s not a crisis, but a shift – a phase where priorities change, purpose is reassessed and conversations with financial planners take on a different tone.

















