Editor's Thoughts.

In a throwback to times gone by, many of us will be working from home today. Maybe it’s not a bad thing to use the end of H1 2026 as a reflection point. As we all keep on eye on the March and March developments and the other on tomorrow’s petrol price drop, it feels like a good “pause and reset” moment.

Which makes Kamal Patel’s (Old Mutual) mid‑year money check‑in feel spot on. Our clients and our retirement fund members (and ourselves) have the opportunity for a quick check in to make sure our daily choices and habits are still pointing the goals set.

We’re also going into the start of tax season and Medshield’s piece is a good reminder not to leave money on the table. Understanding how medical tax credits actually work – and what can still be claimed – can make your tax bill a little less painful.

Add in Lerato Lamola’s (Webber Wentzel) write up on why cash still matters in a tap‑to‑pay world, and Ninety One’s take on emerging markets finally being backed by real fundamentals, and you’ve got a challenge (or is it an opportunity?): when you view clients or fund members holistically – cash, savings, investments and tax – integrated advice starts turning scattered decisions into one coherent plan. The question is: will you read something a little outside your comfort zone today to ready yourself for the next evolution of our industry?

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