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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 journal.

Reaching all Certified Financial Planners (CFPs) as well as other selected members of the Financial Planning Institute (FPI), Blue Chip provides high-quality editorial coverage from industry thought leaders on key topics of interest to financial planners.

The call is coming from inside the house

“The call is coming from inside the house” suggests a threat or danger that comes from someone close, not an outsider. I am borrowing that phrase but with the opposite connotation: celebrating 25 years of excellence.

Emerging markets tech: bubble or structural growth cycle?

Tom Wilson (Head of Emerging Market Equities at Schroders) writes that, while IT earnings momentum is strong, valuations and expectations are extended and forecast risk is high.

Personal advice needs a platform experience to match

Kapil Joshi, MD of Strategy and Proposition at Momentum Wealth, reminds us that financial advisers have always understood a simple truth: no two clients are the same.

Four questions on investing in a geopolitically uncertain world

John Gilchrist, CIO at PSG Asset Management, writes that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has raised multiple concerns for South African investors.

Where value meets macro

Leandro Gastaldi, Portfolio Manager at Blue Quadrant Capital Management, discusses Macrovalue investing and a probability-based approach to markets.

Amplify Investment Partners

Amplify Investment Partners recently celebrated nine top-tier awards for industry-leading performance.

Understanding you is where great advice begins

George Mahlakgane, Franchise Principal and Financial Adviser at Consult by Momentum, writes that choosing a financial adviser is about far more than qualifications or technical expertise!

A trusted partner

Conlias Mancuveni of Hollard Implemented Portfolio Solutions (IPS) writes about the importance of being a reliable partner that empowers advisors.

The quiet power of planting trees for tomorrow

Thando Gobe, CEO of Personal Trust, argues for a return to the straightforward principle of personal and professional service.

Using multiple financial advisors may hurt your wealth

Mark MacSymon (Wealth Manager, Private Client Holdings) writes that diversifying financial advice is not the same as diversifying your investment portfolio.
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The AM-ETF represents a shift in the South African investment industry.

The PROpulsion LIVE show is coming off the screen and into the room

PROpulsion Connect will bring financial planning professionals together in Cape Town on 19 August 2026 for an in-person experience built around practical conversations, sharper ideas, and meaningful connection.

Peregrine Capital

Peregrine Capital is South Africa’s longest-running and largest hedge fund manager, established on 1 July 1998.

Building belonging: Momentum Financial Planning’s leadership philosophy and the future of advice

At the heart of Momentum Financial Planning’s philosophy lies a simple belief: when financial advisers feel they belong, they perform at their best. Belonging, in this context, is about professional identity, shared standards and a community that elevates the work of advice. Blue Chip speaks to CEO, Aldert Brink, and Head of Enablement, Hennie Bouwer.

Disciplined hedging practices

Kim Zietsman, Head of SA Business Development and Marketing at Laurium Capital, explores diversification, alpha and risk management.
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