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Survival of the fastest

Survival of the fastest

With the arrival of Artificial Intelligence into the mainstream world, we find ourselves at a point of optimism over the future in this cycle of technology innovation, writes Doug Nicol, Investment Analyst at Fundhouse.
Luis Levy, CFA®, Chief Executive Officer, STRATEGIQ Capital

STRATEGIQ Capital

By prioritising independence, expertise, transparency and partnership, STRATEGIQ empowers financial advisors with cutting-edge tools and strategic insights, writes Luis Levy, CFA®, Chief Executive Officer, STRATEGIQ Capital.
Brandon Zietsman, CEO and Founder, PortfolioMetrix

Pioneer in the DFM space

PortfolioMetrix was one of the first DFM firms in South Africa. Brandon Zietsman tells us more about their current offering.
Fay Khan, Senior Discretionary Fund Management Specialist at Investment Solutions by Alexforbes

Well positioned to thrive

Fay Khan, Senior Discretionary Fund Management Specialist at Investment Solutions by Alexforbes, offers her thoughts on the current DFM landscape.
do dfms add to costs?

Do DFMs just add to costs?

Nadir Thokan, Senior Discretionary Fund Specialist at Alexforbes, on the downward trend of DFM fees.
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Looking forward to a RAG-based future

Professor Evan Gilbert and Paul Nixon, Momentum Investments, provide answers to why AI is going to be a part of the future of financial advice.
Leigh Kohler, head of DFM, INN8 Invest.

Award-winning pedigree

Leigh Kohler, head of DFM at INN8 Invest, explains why the company has an award-winning performance track record.
investment solutions

Investment Solutions by Alexforbes

Based in Sandton, Johannesburg, Investment Solutions by Alexforbes is a newly established division of Alexforbes, South Africa’s leading investments multi-manager, entering the Discretionary Fund Management (DFM) market.
Vuyo Nogantshi, Head of Distribution: Index and Structured Solutions, Absa Group

Client confidence beyond the wrapper: engaging investors on investment safety

According to Vuyo Nogantshi, Head of Distribution: Index and Structured Solutions, Absa Group, financial planners need to demystify an increasingly complex array of products in today’s investment landscape.
INN8 Invest

INN8 Invest

INN8 Invest leverages global expertise and a disciplined, research-driven approach to deliver consistent, long-term investment performance while empowering financial advisors and investors through best-in-class discretionary fund management solutions.
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Join Money Maestros- ‘Retirement Income Workshops’ on the 28 July 2025, Middelburg

Attend the Money Maestros 'Retirement Income Workshops' on the 28th of July 2025 in Middelburg- Nest Egg To Paycheck: Managing Withdrawals & Avoiding Ruin In Retirement.
Francois Olivier CA(SA), CFA, Portfolio Manager, Mazi Asset Management and Stephan Engelbrecht, Portfolio Manager, Mazi Asset Management

A shift up and to the left

By understanding their unique strategies and regulated nature, investors can leverage the true potential of hedge funds to achieve higher returns while effectively managing risk. 
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