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At a time when South Africans are facing uncertain economic pressures, it is important for the insurance industry to shift what they provide and how they provide it. Creativity and innovation are key. Blue Chip speaks to Brandon Garbutt, an insurance entrepreneur, about securing the right cover for your unique lifestyle and risks.
Considerations for retail and institutional investors when incorporating hedge funds into...
A careful consideration of how hedge funds fit into an overall investment strategy is crucial for both institutional and retail investors, as is close attention to regulatory requirements.
Bitcoin in South African portfolios: Why a small allocation makes sense
This article explores why allocating a modest portion of client portfolios to Bitcoin could be prudent, and how to do so through accessible, regulated avenues in South Africa.
Bateleur Capital
Bateleur Capital has delivered 20 years of outperformance while protecting capital, with one of the longest-running hedge funds in South Africa.
The key factors that matter to financial advisers
Florbela Yates, Managing Director at Equilibrium explores seven key factors that can contribute to financial advisers' success.
The power of understanding financial behaviour
How Discretionary Fund Managers free advisers to focus on their clients. By Pat Magadla, Head of Distribution at Equilibrium.
Investment partnerships breed hedge fund excellence
Amplify Investment Partners’ managing director Wade Witbooi explains the value that Amplify brings to the table and predicts a bright future for both his business and the industry as a whole.
Amplify Investment Partners
Based in Tygervalley, Cape Town, Amplify Investment Partners is a registered discretionary Financial Services Provider, which holds a FAIS Category I, II and IIA licence (FSP No. 712).
The pros and cons of using a hedge fund
Hedge fund strategies are not guaranteed to outperform more traditional investments, but they can turn market downturns into value-generating opportunities.
Philanthropy in South Africa: evolving trends and its role in a...
Philanthropy is undergoing a significant transformation in South Africa. By Grant Alexander, Founder and Director, Private Client Holdings.
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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.
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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.
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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.



















