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