
Alexforbes’ pivot to independent advisers starts paying off
Strong retail flows, rising adviser numbers, and expanding support capabilities suggest the group’s push to win over IFAs is beginning to deliver measurable results.

Strong retail flows, rising adviser numbers, and expanding support capabilities suggest the group’s push to win over IFAs is beginning to deliver measurable results.

Despite a decline in headline earnings, Alexforbes delivered strong underlying growth, with record assets, rising retail inflows, and expanding umbrella fund assets.

CEO Jeanette Marais says Momentum will ‘invest aggressively in advice’ in its effort to strengthen VNB and long-term competitiveness.

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’s Gielie de Swardt shares insights on optimising client engagement, leveraging partnerships, and adapting to tech advancements.

Alexforbes is enhancing its relationships with independent advisers through targeted partnerships and a focus on building trust and value.

Alexforbes’ recently launched Retail Manager Watch surveys provide a detailed analysis of the retail multi-asset class investment landscape.

Chief executive Dawie de Villiers is optimistic about the group’s DFM partnerships, where the target is to write R2.5 billion in the first year.

Investment Solutions by Alexforbes provides IFAs with access to previously inaccessible asset classes.