Financial Planning

Blue Chip is a Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa – approved Continuous Professional Development (CPD) provider, allowing members of the FPI to earn CPD points through the quarterly journal.

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South African equities: beyond the gloom

In this article, Wim Murray looks at some exciting long-term opportunities now on offer for discerning investors.

Marching to the beat of a younger generation’s drum

The FPI has launched the YFPO, a member-led FPI community, to make professional financial planning available to all South Africans. Jodrey Rossouw, Core Wealth Advisory Services and Chair, YFPO, FPI, says the focus is to unite and inspire the younger (under 40-year-old) CFP® professionals.
Giving technical information and advice to clients is one thing. Getting them to take appropriate action is another, writes Rob Macdonald, Independent Consultant.

Communication that feels relatable

Why emotional intelligence is a financial planner’s secret weapon. By Tim Slatter, Creator of Contatto and Director, Slatter Communications

The two-pot system: One year on

Across the 1.1-million actively contributing members administered by Alexforbes, more than 650 000 savings pot claims worth R9.5-billion were processed in the first year. Article by Vickie Lange: Head of Corporate Best Practice at Alexforbes

Quantum leap: how quantum computers are rewriting the rules of tech

The growing demands of AI, data science and global complexity are pushing classical computing to its limits. In this article, Peter Foster, Chief Investment Officer, Fundhouse, focusus on the development of quantum computing and explore the impact it can have across industries.

Are you feeling awkward… yet?

There’s plenty to feel awkward about this September, with a Capital Legacy advertising campaign showcasing strange, humourous ways in which people have died. But the reason they’re doing it is not what you might expect.

Charity begins at home

Women at Prescient Investment Management are shaping conversations across investments, client strategy and leadership teams. Blue Chip speaks to three women leaders at the helm of Prescient.

Goosebumps, growth and the future of financial planning

When was the last time you got goosebumps while working with a client? By Bronwyn Waner, CFP®, Growth Financial Planning

CPD: a cornerstone of excellence in financial planning

In the dynamic and highly regulated world of financial planning, Continuing Professional Development is not just a compliance requirement – it is a professional imperative. By Nici Macdonald, CFP®, Head of Certification and Standards, FPI
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Excellence is intentional: The 2025/2026 FPI Approved Professional Practice of the Year

In a year defined by rising expectations in the profession, Ascor Independent Wealth Managers emerged as a benchmark for what true excellence is. Awarded the 2025/2026 FPI Approved Professional Practice of the Year, the firm stands out for technical mastery and its philosophy rooted in ethics, independence and purpose-driven client service. Blue Chip caught up with the team.

Advising vulnerable clients

Globally, regulators are increasingly turning their attention to the protection of vulnerable customers writes Wessel Oosthuizen, Head of Financial Planning, Fiscal Private Clients.

Equilibrium Investment Management

Equilibrium provides discretionary fund management (DFM) services and investment solutions to help financial advisers and their clients achieve their desired investment objectives.

What to look out for in an offshore platform

For South African clients, Momentum Wealth International provides a gateway to global markets through a secure and flexible platform designed to meet diverse financial goals, writes Hymne Landman, CEO at Momentum Wealth.

Private Markets Outlook Q2 2026: five key takeaways for wealth investors

Private markets offer resilience and opportunity amid volatility, disruption and structural change, writes Nils Rode, Chief Investment Officer, Schroders Capital.
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