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Partner with Glacier Invest to unlock infinite investment opportunities for your...
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MitonOptimal South Africa
For over 25 years, Cape Town-based MitonOptimal has established enduring partnerships with advisors by emphasising innovation, adaptability and a steadfast client-centric approach.
The Robert Group
According to John Robinson, DFM Specialist at The Robert Group, TRG Private Wealth is dedicated to the empowerment of financial advisors through innovative solutions that drive success.
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.
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.
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 just add to costs?
Nadir Thokan, Senior Discretionary Fund Specialist at Alexforbes, on the downward trend of DFM fees.
Award-winning pedigree
Leigh Kohler, head of DFM at INN8 Invest, explains why the company has an award-winning performance track record.
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