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Emerging and developed markets: a mix of risk and reward

Andrew Dittberner, CIO at Old Mutual Wealth Private Client Securities, provides perspective on the risks and rewards to consider between developed and emerging market equities.

When direct investing isn’t an option

Direct investment, while generally being the preferable means of investing offshore, is not for everyone. In many cases, indirect investment vehicles available to investors can offer the same diverse exposure to offshore markets with many of the same benefits.

Making funeral claims easier

Kobus Wentzel, Executive Head at 1Life Distribution, provides insight into results of human–technological collaboration in helping financial advisers to meet their clients' needs more efficiently.

A lens on financial markets in 2021

Mark Lovett, Head of Investments at Stanlib Wealth Management, provides us with a balanced perspective on what looks to be a challenging year for financial practitioners from an economic standpoint.

The wisdom of wealth – an interview with Martin Riekert

Blue Chip speaks to Martin Riekert, Executive Head of Retail Investments at Momentum Investments, about his success and the success that follows him.

Guernsey Finance appoints first dedicated South Africa representative

Guernsey Finance, the promotional body for the island’s financial services industry, has appointed Grant McLeod as its first dedicated representative in South Africa. 

Offshore investing as a diversifier

Michael Dodd, Head of Equities at Old Mutual Multi-Managers, explores a vital ingredient when it comes to investing and risk management, and what should drive investors' needs when considering investing offshore.

Unpacking financial emigration

South African financial planners are regularly presented by clients with the same conundrum: Should I leave South Africa… or take all of my money out of the country?

Have you thought of your 2021 plan?

It is about time that we start doing things differently, the same way we tell our clients to review their financial planning yearly.

What holds South Africans back from investing offshore?

Your offshore investing questions answered by Ebeth van Heerden, Head of Intermediary South Africa, Schroders.