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.
The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal
The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.
For the people
At a time when South Africans are facing uncertain economic pressures, it is important for the insurance industry to shift what they provide and how they provide it. Creativity and innovation are key. Blue Chip speaks to Brandon Garbutt, an insurance entrepreneur, about securing the right cover for your unique lifestyle and risks.
Philanthropy in South Africa: evolving trends and its role in a...
Philanthropy is undergoing a significant transformation in South Africa. By Grant Alexander, Founder and Director, Private Client Holdings.
Capital Protector: A practical approach to retirement certainty
The Capital Protector from Momentum Wealth provides income stability and legacy assurance in a single, integrated offering. Fareeya Adam, CEO of Structured Products and annuities at Momentum Wealth explains.
South African equities: beyond the gloom
In this article, Wim Murray looks at some exciting long-term opportunities now on offer for discerning investors.
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.
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Index methodologies in structured products
This piece aims to provide an understanding of how issuers select and
build indices for structured products, writes Fundiswa Pikashe, Head of Structured Products Distribution at Absa.
VISION 2030
Blue Chip speaks to the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa’s CEO, Lelané Bezuidenhout, about winning the FPSB 2025 Noel Maye Award for outstanding contributions to the profession as well as the FPI’s new Vision 2030 strategy.
Enter adviser practice buy-and-sell conversations with confidence
Blue Chip speaks to Brokerspace and Commspace to find out why understanding the full picture before choosing a path forward might change your succession and sale conversations for the better.
Why blending unit trusts remains essential
In an environment where opportunity and uncertainty coexist, blending unit trusts is not about being cautious. It is about being prepared. By Natalie Harrison, Head of Distribution at Curate Investments.
Blue Chip DFM Guide 2026
Welcome to the 2026 edition of the Blue Chip DFM Guide, a guide to Discretionary Fund Managers in South Africa.



















