Ran from 19 Jun 2024 to 25 Jun 2024
Which aspect do you think is most critical for the future success of financial advisory firms?
Results
| Embracing technological advancements (69.23%) |
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| Rethinking fee structures (19.23%) |
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| Focusing on inter-generational wealth transfer (11.54%) |
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Ran from 13 Jun 2024 to 18 Jun 2024
Have you seen insurers implementing rate adjustments / risk management around climate change?
Results
Ran from 20 May 2024 to 12 Jun 2024
What do you consider the most significant challenge in implementing the Two-Pot Retirement System?
Results
| Coping with new, unfinalised legislation, leading to uncertainty in implementation (6.3%) |
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| Adapting to brand new claim types, requiring the development of digital, member-initiated claims capabilities (5.51%) |
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| Addressing member education and awareness to correct misconceptions and ensure understanding of the system, including tax implications (32.28%) |
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| All of the above (55.91%) |
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Ran from 14 May 2024 to 19 May 2024
Which aspect of divorce and retirement fund savings do you find most challenging?
Results
| Understanding legal frameworks (9.52%) |
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| Ensuring proper wording in divorce orders (4.76%) |
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| Explaining matrimonial property regimes (23.81%) |
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| Navigating payment and tax options (4.76%) |
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| All of the above (57.14%) |
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Ran from 29 Apr 2024 to 14 May 2024
SA medical schemes expect members, or members’ gap insurance providers, to pay an ever-bigger share of the costs of in-hospital procedures and specialist fees. Is this fair treatment?
Results
| Do not fret, NHI will solve this. (5.04%) |
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| It is fair, medical aids cannot cover 2x or 3x the reasonable tariff. (8.4%) |
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| It is not fair, medial aids should cover these costs. (37.82%) |
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| Regulators should rein in healthcare costs, problem solved. (48.74%) |
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Ran from 24 Apr 2024 to 29 Apr 2024
Considering the current economic and geopolitical landscape in South Africa, what is your outlook on investment opportunities in the country?
Results
| Optimistic: I see potential for growth in 2024 (13.04%) |
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| Cautiously optimistic: I believe there are opportunities, but one needs to be cautious and selective in investment choices (39.13%) |
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| Neutral: I'm taking a wait-and-see approach, staying neutral until more information is available (8.7%) |
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| Pessimistic: Given the current risks, I'm reducing my exposure to South Africa or avoiding investments in the region (39.13%) |
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Ran from 10 Apr 2024 to 24 Apr 2024
The shocking crime and motor vehicle accident statistics shared during a recent SHA presentation suggests that group personal accident and personal accident cover are a no-brainer. Do you agree?
Results
| Yes (68.37%) |
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| No (11.22%) |
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| Not sure (20.41%) |
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Ran from 28 Mar 2024 to 09 Apr 2024
Does it matter how many ombudsman schemes South Africa has?
Results
| Yes, having just one would simplify things (53.66%) |
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| No, the number doesn't really make a difference (29.27%) |
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| I'm not sure (17.07%) |
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Ran from 27 Mar 2024 to 14 Apr 2024
Which aspect of the investment landscape in 2024 concerns you the most?
Results
| Elevated uncertainty due to global elections and geopolitical tensions (20%) |
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| Potential impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on market dynamics (80%) |
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| Challenges related to the energy transition theme and climate change mitigation (0%) |
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| Emerging risks such as the rise of passive investment vehicles and delisting (0%) |
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| Structurally low volatility and its implications for market stability (0%) |
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Ran from 12 Mar 2024 to 26 Mar 2024
Do you believe there should be mandatory professional indemnity cover for healthcare practitioners in South Africa?
Results
| Yes (61.93%) |
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| No (1.38%) |
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| Unsure (36.7%) |
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