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Editor’s Thoughts.

It’s Budget Speech day and we’re hours away from hearing the Finance Minister’s thoughts and financial context for the coming year! Over the past few days we’ve been publishing content from different POV’s on how today is expected to play out. Today, Free SA looks at the broader imperatives and Old Mutual Wealth unpacks what BS 2026 means for the SA household’s budget. We’re bringing the main event closer to you by livestreaming the Speech together with commentary from a panel of investment and tax experts – please join us on our socials to enjoy personalised budget feedback specific to your role in our industry.

Before the Budget, we’re also hosting a live webinar at 10am on the Future of Asset Consulting (sponsored by Seshego Consulting). This is a conversation I know Leon has been very keen to surface and explore with professionals in the industry as well as get feedback from the decision makers out there. As the world is changing around us, what does relevant and impactful look like? Register here.

EBnet.Stream is also brimming with great content – this time on medical benefits – with two new episodes of Industry Insights dropping today. The first is a discussion with Yashtil Moodley (Discovery Health) on what to think about when choosing a medical aid plan, the pricing methodology applied by medical aids and some of the innovations in this space. The other, is Karin Mitchelmore (NMG Benefits) who gives an update on NHI. Let’s see if we get an update on this in today’s Budget.

As the world unfolds live in front of us, and however today pans out, Warren Buys (Private Client Holdings) reminds of the basics and disciplines that will move investors closer to their goals. And, while the advice may be “standard” the FAIS Ombud’s recent ruling drives home the message that each investor is unique and their personal circumstances must be considered before a solution (product) is put in place.

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Top Picks.

EBnet.Stream Industry Insights: NHI – Noble but nowhere

With Karin Mitchelmore, Executive Head: Healthcare Consulting, at NMG Benefits

Consumers face mounting pressure under quiet fiscal tightening, by Lizl Budhram, Old Mutual Personal Finance

by @Lizl Budhram, Old Mutual Personal Finance | Feb 25, 2026

Retirement decisions under the spotlight

by Adv John Simpson, FAIS Ombud | Feb 25, 2026

Anchor’s 2026 Budget wish list, by Nolan Wapenaar at Anchor Capital

by @Nolan Wapenaar, Anchor Capital | Feb 24, 2026

EBnet.Stream Industry Insights: Medical schemes – Why are costs increasing?

With Yashtil Moodley, Chief Product Officer, at Discovery Health

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