Quarterly Update | Q3 2026
“Connecting people, developing talent, and strengthening the integrity of financial markets through collaboration, education, and professional engagement.”
The second quarter of 2026 marked an exciting new chapter for ACI FMA South Africa, as we officially relaunched the association with a networking session and an engaging fireside chat hosted JS JS at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). The event brought together senior market leaders from Absa, Nedbank, RMB and Standard Bank, offering valuable perspectives on the opportunities and challenges shaping South Africa’s financial markets.
The programme also featured insights from the regulator, alongside Roy Daniels Chairman of ACI FMA, reinforcing the importance of collaboration between market participants, regulators and the wider global ACI community.
As we look ahead, this newsletter looks to provide a platform to reflect on these conversations, highlight developments across our community, and share our continued focus on education, professionalism, market integrity and meaningful connections.
KEY INSIGHTS FROM FIRESIDE CHAT
REGULATORS & MARKET PARTICIPANTS
Strengthening collaboration
The panel highlighted the importance of open, ongoing dialogue to ensure regulation evolves alongside market innovation while maintaining stability and integrity.
Closer collaboration strengthens shared understanding of risks, market developments and industry challenges.
ACI FMA provides a neutral platform for engagement, supporting knowledge sharing and the continued development of South Africa’s financial markets.
CONNECTIONS BEYOND THE TRADING FLOOR
Strengthening the community
While technical capability is essential, strong relationships are equally important.
Many of the most valuable networks are built outside formal settings through events, sport, social interaction and community engagement. These interactions break down barriers, encourage collaboration and create lasting professional connections.
ACI FMA will continue to create opportunities for members to connect, collaborate and strengthen the financial markets community.
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT & EDUCATION
Education is a core value of ACI FMA South Africa and a key pillar in building a stronger financial markets community. This was strongly reinforced at our relaunch event, where continuous learning and skills development were highlighted as critical to the future of our markets.
While qualifications and technical knowledge provide an essential foundation, practical experience, mentorship and exposure to real market conditions are equally important in developing sound judgement, adaptability and resilience.
As technology, automation and Al reshape financial markets, strong fundamentals remain essential. Through its certification programmes, training and educational offerings, ACI FMA South Africa is committed to lifelong learning and equipping both front-office and support professionals with the technical expertise, practical skills and ethical awareness needed to thrive.
THE TAKEAWAY
Knowledge builds capability. Dialogue builds understanding. Trust builds markets.
Connections build community.
Upcoming Events
03 September 2026
ACI FMA Webinar: Replacing the US Dollar
17 September 2026
ACI New dealing certificate Webinar with training partner Peter Skerrit
