
Manager Watch: Strong year, weaker long-term outlook
Alexforbes’ latest survey shows robust 2025 performance but highlights weaker 10-year returns and rising dispersion in equity returns.

Alexforbes’ latest survey shows robust 2025 performance but highlights weaker 10-year returns and rising dispersion in equity returns.

Early disclosure to a financial adviser can help secure liquidity, reduce delays, and spare families unnecessary administrative stress.

Withdrawal activity has spiked again at the start of the new tax year, with data showing repeat claims are becoming entrenched and raising concerns about long-term retirement outcomes.

Sasfin and Sygnia were the runners-up.

South Africa’s removal from the EU’s high-risk list eases regulatory friction, but economists caution that rebuilding investor confidence will be gradual.

Alexforbes’ new digital storybook helps children to build confidence in saving, planning, and making smart financial choices.

The three-year countdown starts only when SARS formally recognises you as a non-resident – a difference of months can affect access and tax outcomes.

The industry is moving beyond sales models towards relationship-led, purpose-driven engagement built on trust, transparency, and technology.

Industry experts say that small, unclaimed pots left behind by members pose a growing challenge that must be managed to protect long-term retirement outcomes.

The High Court freezes payouts from the late former Deputy President’s R44.7m annuity amid a family dispute.

Alexforbes has launched Alexforbes One, a new umbrella fund aimed at providing a unified solution for employers, intermediaries, and members.

Marriage, divorce, children, or business changes – life doesn’t stand still, and neither should your will. Wills Week is a reminder to act now.

Despite high voluntary disclosure, challenges such as resource constraints and complex standards highlight the need for government-led guidance and skills development.

Alexforbes has launched Alexforbes One, its third umbrella fund and first designed for both internal consultants and IFAs, marking a major step in its strategy to strengthen ties with advisers.

Alexforbes’ latest annual Manager Watch Survey also shows the trend of increasing allocations to multi-managers.

From trusts to tax-smart retirement planning, here’s how to protect your estate, reduce taxes, and prepare the next generation to manage and grow your wealth.

Industry leaders such as AlexForbes, Avoir Corporate Healthcare, and Hippo Advisory shone bright at the third annual Top Broker Awards.