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Lessons in customer centricity

Teachings from the use of mobile apps in the insurance industry have given Yaron Assabi, the founder of the Digital Solutions Group (DSG), unique insights into how a frictionless commerce experience can improve customer retention.
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Navigating the cryptocurrency landscape

For those keen on delving deeper into the transformative journey of the cryptocurrency market, please download your free copy of CryptoMania.
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Portfolio implications of JSE de-listings

Sean Neethling, Head of Investments at Morningstar South Africa, debates Market Concentration and Investment Portfolios implication associated with JSE de-listings.
Sanisha Packirisamy, Economist, Momentum Investments

Top 10 trends shaping tomorrow

Sanisha Packirisamy, Momentum investments, shares 10 trends that are likely to shape the trajectory of global politics, economics and financial markets in the months to come. 
Cover of Rob Mac Donald's book, The 7 Pillars of financial health.

The 7 Pillars of Financial Health: Partnering with a Professional to...

Reg Thomson reviews Rob Macdonald's new book.
Safety can be enhanced using technology

Technology can transform South Africa’s mining sector

Sustainable mining needs sustainable practices, writes Rudie Opperman, Manager for Engineering and Training, Middle East and Africa at Axis Communications.
Duncan Lamont, Head of Strategic Research, Schroders

Investing in new highs.

While many investors may feel nervous about the potential for a fall, Schroders analysis of stock market returns since 1926 shows that investing at a new high can be profitable.
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Will financial planners ever be professionals?

The two most important professions of the 21st century are, undoubtedly, the medical profession and the financial planning profession, says Rob Macdonald, Head of Strategic Advisory Services, Fundhouse
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Worth its weight in gold

Blue Chip speaks to Michael Mgwaba, who heads up the ETP business at Absa.
Executive Director of Thapantha Financial Services, Tsotetsi Phoba

Demystifying financial products

Too many people are confused by financial services offerings, says the Executive Director of Thapantha Financial Services, Tsotetsi Phoba, whose firm works hard to match people and products.