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From forecasts to probabilities: Why being ‘right’ matters less than being prepared
Investors have long accepted that markets are uncertain. What is becoming increasingly clear, however, is that uncertainty itself is changing – and with it, the way portfolios need to be

Surviving illness shouldn’t mean financial ruin
Why is critical illness and disability cover so important, and how can advisers best communicate this with their clients? For many South Africans, the greatest financial risk is not death

Reimagining retirement: It’s not the return you earn, it’s the return you need
Retirement income planning has long been framed as a question of returns. What investment strategy should you follow? How much risk should you take? Which funds should you select? But

Important points to note before changing medical aids
With rising living costs, growing health needs and increased pressure on household budgets, many South Africans are reassessing whether their current medical aid still meets their expectations. But switching schemes

South African-born titan becomes the world’s first trillionaire
Few business leaders have been as deeply embedded in popular culture as Elon Musk, the ambitious entrepreneur who has become a central figure in internet culture and amassed a fortune

SA’s fuel price forecast for June
South African petrol prices are set to rise in June, with diesel expected to become significantly cheaper, according to the latest Central Energy Fund (CEF) data. The daily snapshot shows

Building resilient short-term insurance portfolios
South African households are navigating one of the most challenging short-term insurance environments in decades. Climate volatility, rising claims costs, inflationary pressure and tightening household budgets have converged to create

Really bad news for medical aid members in South Africa
Young South Africans are increasingly dropping out of medical aid schemes, putting serious financial pressure on the remaining members and threatening the long-term sustainability of private healthcare in the country.

Building long-term wealth with tax-free investments
Tax-free investments are most effective when viewed not as short-term savings vehicles, but as intentional, long-term components of a well-structured financial plan. Their true strength lies in time, consistency and

94% of South Africans don’t have enough for retirement
While retirement seems far away, South Africa’s largest asset manager, Ninety One, has warned that a minuscule number of South Africans are prepared for retirement. Widely cited research from the National

In defence of doing nothing: The case for cash
When markets are rising, cash feels like a mistake. When they fall, it feels like foresight. The question is whether you have the discipline to hold it before you need

Clients shouldn’t have to fear outliving their money
For centuries, humans have grappled with mortality and the fears it brings. We have spent just as long seeking ways to mitigate this risk and prolong life. This quest has