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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.

What makes a compelling offshore platform?

Momentum Wealth International empowers South African clients to invest globally with confidence, offering an investment platform that is secure, flexible and tailored to individual needs. Robert Rhodes, managing director of Momentum Wealth International, tells us more.

FPI Celebrates Excellence at the 2025 FPI Awards Ceremony and Gala...

The Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa (FPI) proudly announced the winners of the 2025 FPI Awards at its prestigious Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, held on the evening of 3 November 2025 at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. And the winners are...

Diversification is the only free lunch

Corion Capital is a pioneer of the South African hedge fund industry whose funds have been able to comfortably outperform their benchmarks since inception and with lower volatility. Blue Chip speaks to Garreth Montano, CEO, Corion Capital.

Corion Capital

Corion, previously a division of Brait Ltd, was founded in 2001 and continues to deliver market-leading risk-adjusted returns, nearly 25 years later.

Gold’s enduring value: Proof Krugerrands as a strategic asset

In an era of economic uncertainty and market volatility, your clients seek assets that provide stability and resilience. By Rael Demby, CEO, The South African Gold Coin Exchange and The Scoin Shop.

Offshore tax regulations: implications for South African investors, business owners and...

In addition to moving their wealth, many South Africans have physically moved overseas or own offshore businesses. Lance Lawson, Business Development Consultant, Sovereign Trust SA, explains some of the complexities of foreign tax regulations.

Reframing income and impact: the case for South African private credit

In an environment of high inflation, low growth and market uncertainty, financial advisors are being asked to find new ways to deliver consistent returns and manage downside risk. By Akshay Karan, Chief Investment Officer, Altvest.

The Crème de la Crème – meet our three finalists

The Financial Planner of the Year Award was launched in 2000 and is the most prestigious award in the industry. It recognises South Africa’s top CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® – a stellar professional who exhibits revolutionary ideas, consummate skill and unimpeachable ethics when dealing with clients. Meet our three finalists: Theoniel McDonald CFP®, Brendan Dunn CFP® and Nicola Langridge CFP®

The spirit of growth, generosity and renewal

The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.

Choosing the right hedge fund

Investment strategy, track record, risk management, investment team, fees and a thorough due diligence are key considerations when choosing a hedge fund.
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Is client agency the most important factor in successful financial planning? Independent consultant, coach and author Rob Macdonald shares his experience.

Reimagining retirement: Why rules of thumb matter more than we think

Martiens Barnard, Marketing Actuary at Momentum Investments, reveals the five crucial risks that determine whether retirement income lasts, as unpacked in Momentum's 'Reimagining Retirement’ campaign.

Building better futures 

The CEO of the Financial Planning Institute of Southern Africa shares the FPI’s latest news.

Certainty in volatile markets

In turbulent markets, structured solutions blend capital protection, defined outcomes and broader index exposure.

Global Financial Planning Conference ALL STARS

PROpulsion is hosting a one-of-a-kind Global Financial Planning Conference on 3 June 2026 featuring over 40 speakers from around the world in an ALL Stars event.
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