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Cutting costs sparks a new debate in retirement reform

10 September 2013 | Featured Story

The South African financial services industry is going through some significant changes with the Financial Services Board (FSB) and government implementing laws which they hope will bring South Africa on par with international market. These changes will a

Consumer education will play a significant role in addressing industry challenges

05 September 2013 | Featured Story

As we wind down towards the end of the year, one thing is certain: the South African financial services industry is going through uncertain times. However, the sustainability of the industry depends on stability and the industry is waiting with baited bre

Pension fund board’s duty regarding divorce order

26 August 2013 | The Stage

The issue of divorce is always a sensitive subject and not one anyone wants to think about. However, divorce is not as taboo as it was in the 1970s and 1980s and the acceptance of it as being a part of life is unfortunately growing. The 2011 data (publis

The FPI takes a proactive role in addressing industry challenges

26 August 2013 | Straight Talk

Although South Africa suffered little ill effects of the 2009 global financial crisis, when compared to other markets, it did experience some significant challenges as no financial market can operate in isolation. Fast forward to 2012 and it turned out to