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A changing world

This year, 2025, will go down in history as an important turning point for the world, writes George Herman, Chief Investment Officer, Citadel.

The liquidity advantage: why ETFs should play a bigger role in...

ETFs are proving to be a powerful tool for modern portfolio management. By Duma Mxenge, Head of Business and Market Development, Satrix.

The hidden dangers of being a trustee: are you or your...

The old excuse that the Master’s Office is a mess and that nobody’s checking won’t protect you any more. By Nikki Moore, Director and Business Manager, Mella Fiduciary.

Brittle financial health: the male crisis hiding in plain sight

Financial distress does not manifests in the same way and this is especially true for men. By Prof. Prince Sarpong, PhD, CFP®, Associate Professor, School of Financial Planning Law, Faculty of Law, University of the Free State.

Blending families, balancing futures

The case for collaboration between financial planners and family legal practitioners. By Kyle Abrahams, In-house Attorney, BDO Wealth.

A conversation for perspective: the first step in influencing client decisions

Many factors influence clients’ perspectives when they make decisions. Rob Macdonald believes the key is to help the client develop an awareness of their perspective, which is easier said than done.

Protect yourself from financial fraud

Scams are becoming more frequent and increasingly sophisticated, with financial losses on the rise. Bryan Leach, a wealth manager at Private Client Holdings, gives practical advice on how to protect yourself.

Why starting at the end is so important

Financial advisors who understand the impact of well-considered estate planning can better serve and protect their clients against the financial and administrative challenges of every life stage.

The pros and cons of using a hedge fund

Hedge fund strategies are not guaranteed to outperform more traditional investments, but they can turn market downturns into value-generating opportunities.
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From policy to people: How the Two-Pot System is reshaping retirement

Rob Southey, head of asset consulting at Momentum Consultants & Actuaries, reflects on how the Two-Pot System is driving the retailisation of South Africa’s institutional retirement landscape.
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How and why a financial planner should incorporate structured products into an investment plan

Join us for an exclusive round table discussion on structured products with four of the country’s top investment and financial planning professionals.

Protea Capital Management

Protea Capital Management is an investment management firm domiciled in South Africa, investing globally.

FPI and Financial Advice New Zealand form international partnership to strengthen financial planning profession

The FPI and Financial Advice New Zealand have signed a five-year partnership to advance professional standards, share expertise and strengthen financial planning across both regions.

JD Jacobs, RFP® | Financial Planner Profile

Blue Chip speaks to JD Jacobs, RFP®, Registered Financial Practitioner at Old Mutual in Upington, about his journey as a Financial Planner.

Concentration, credibility and the importance of understanding risk

Johanna Kyrklund, Group CIO and CEO Public Markets at Schroders, delves into the credibility of the Federal Reserve and debt sustainability, as well as artificial intelligence (AI).
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