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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.

Celebrating Blue Chip’s 100th edition

Lelané Bezuidenhout, CFP®, CEO, Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa, pays tribute to Blue Chip's 100th issue.

Corporate activism: Unlocking value beyond traditional investing

Investing is not always about finding the next great company; sometimes it is about recognising the value the market has yet to see, writes Odirile Sebolao, Fund Specialist at Curate Investments.

What matters most to investors during “permanent” volatility? 

Uncertainty is becoming the norm, say investors, as they adjust their strategies to navigate – and exploit – persistently higher volatility, writes Phil Robotham, Head of South Africa, Client Group, Schroders. 

Economic resilience despite geopolitical fragility

Maarten Ackerman, Chief Economist, CAM Asset Management, details how the global economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of a fragile geopolitical landscape.  

Terebinth Fixed Income Macro FR Retail Hedge Fund

Fixed-income hedge funds are becoming an increasingly valuable portfolio tool as investors contend with stubborn inflation, shifting interest-rate cycles and geopolitical uncertainty, writes Mario Schoeman of Terebinth Capital.

Delivering consistent outcomes through hedge fund solutions

Suvira Bodha, Head of Strategic Investment Capability at Symmetry, shares insights on delivering consistent hedge fund outcomes.

The best financial advice starts with your goals, not a product

Momentum Financial Planning CEO Aldert Brink explains why advisers need to move beyond products and help clients navigate increasingly complex financial lives.

Selectivity and discipline matter in 2026

Improving economic fundamentals in emerging markets are beginning to show a more favourable investment environment. It is critical to focus on value and diversify with purpose rather than relying on broad market exposure alone.

The Investment Think Tank

The Investment Think Tank is a must-attend event for financial advisors advising clients on their asset allocation and investment management selections.

IRFA 2026 Conference

The IRFA 2026 Conference will address the dual transformation facing African retirement funds.
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Real assets: the strategic case for inflation defence

Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specialising in real assets and alternative income, focused on delivering attractive returns, income and diversification. Blue Chip finds out more in this interview with Sean Cooney, Head of UK Wealth, Global Wealth Management at Cohen & Steers.

A legend in the financial world retires

"Thank you, Momentum, for 34 unforgettable years," said Danie van den Bergh, one of the great characters of the financial planning industry, when he retired at the end of August.

Building a financial planning practice that outlasts its founders

Many advice practices depend heavily on a small group of leaders. The challenge with that model is that knowledge, relationships and decision-making become concentrated in too few people, writes CEO Craig Kiggen, CEO of Consolidated Wealth Group.
Rob Macdonald, Independent Consultant

The client is the person, not their money

Independent Consultant Rob Macdonald reflects on the 100th edition of Blue Chip magazine.

Is your financial plan written for the woman you used to be?

The woman you are today has different priorities, responsibilities and ambitions. Your money strategy should reflect that, writes Laetitia Olivier, Financial Adviser at Momentum Financial Planning.
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