Despite two decades of growing regulation, administration costs have fallen sharply, leaving more retirement contributions invested for members.
Another tragic fallout resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic is that a number of FSPs may be considering closing down. The FSCA published a Guidance Notice to assist such entities in complying with all […]
Guardrisk and Santam found themselves at the wrong end of the outcomes in two Cape High Court cases last week. On Tuesday, a full bench of the court ruled that Santam was liable […]
In a recent joint statement released by the South African Reserve Bank, Financial Sector Conduct Authority, Payments Association of South Africa and the Banking Association South Africa, all stakeholders are requested not to […]
In a recent joint statement released by the South African Reserve Bank, Financial Sector Conduct Authority, Payments Association of South Africa and the Banking Association South Africa, all stakeholders are requested not to […]
On Friday, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) published a draft declaration of crypto assets as financial products. “Globally there is rapid growing interest by retail investors to purchase crypto assets. South Africa […]
Following the Cape High Court finding that Santam was liable to pay qualifying policyholders under the Business Interruption clause related to contagious diseases, the biggest insurer indicated on Friday that it would appeal […]
One of the stories that trended in the media the past week was changes to exchange control regulations, with the 30% foreign investment cap effectively lifted in certain conditions and foreign exchange-traded funds’ […]
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the South African Short-Term Insurance market was on a strong growth trajectory, increasing by a solid 4.3% in insurance premium volumes, between 2018 and 2019. However, similar to the […]
2020 has been a tough year and many people are looking for ways to decrease their expenses. Many have considered it, and some have already cancelled their car insurance to ease the financial […]
As a result of increasing concerns that consumers are potentially experiencing poor outcomes emanating from the sale of add-on insurance policies at point of sale through motor dealerships or as part of vehicle […]
COVID-19 has impacted our everyday lives, from how we socialise, how we shop and even how we bank. According to health recommendations, one of the most effective ways to contain the current COVID-19 […]
On 17 November, the Cape High Court delivered a rather damning blow to the insurance giant’s hope of escaping liability under the business interruption clause, specifically as it relates to losses resulting from […]
The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) is calling for comments from accountable institutions, reporting institutions, supervisory bodies and other persons on the draft Public Compliance Communication 110 (draft PCC 110). According to the Consultation […]
In times of crisis, staying focused on the bigger picture is critical. “We too often see investors obsess over fund performance numbers. Yet, there seems to be little cognisance of the fact that, […]
In times of crisis, staying focused on the bigger picture is critical. “We too often see investors obsess over fund performance numbers. Yet, there seems to be little cognisance of the fact that, […]
A reader recently shared an example of one of the problems independent financial advisers face when attempting to provide holistic advice to a client. As often happens, clients have an array of products, […]
A reader recently shared an example of one of the problems independent financial advisers face when attempting to provide holistic advice to a client. As often happens, clients have an array of products, […]
