By James George, Compli-Serve
The Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill continues to dominate the conversation in regulatory and compliance circles across South Africa. First introduced as a draft in 2018 and revised in 2020, the Bill has yet to make its way to Parliament. However, the fog surrounding its ...
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As regulatory reform sweeps through global financial services, South Africa’s FSCA and the UK’s FCA are both redrawing the rules – but with different approaches and emphasis. A recent vodcast hosted by Citywire South Africa’s Ruan Jooste and New Model Adviser editor Jack Gilbert sheds light on the evolving regulatory philosophies ...
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By Compli-Serve
As global financial advice frameworks continue to evolve, Australia’s corporate regulator, ASIC, has outlined clear expectations around industry conduct, qualifications, outsourcing and client protection. Delivered at the 2025 Professional Planner Licensee Summit, Commissioner Alan Kirkland’s keynote is as relevant to South African licensees and compliance professionals as it ...
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By Lee Rossini
In the current volatile, rapidly changing and uncertain climate, clients are looking for more than just investment advice from their financial planners. The lack of certainty and safety in the markets tends to make investors more anxious and reactive. In this environment, financial planners must act not only as strategists but also as guides and confidants. Here’s what clients are increasingly expecting.
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