The fundamental role of the JSE is to bring together in one market place providers of capital and organisations that require capital. The listed entity finds an opportunity to raise primary capital to fund acquisitions and/or organic growth in the market.

Why does a company want to get listed?

Listing stimulates liquidity, giving shareholders the opportunity to realize the value of their investments. It allows shareholders to transact in the shares of the company, sharing risks as well as benefitting from any increase in the organizational value.

Why do companies list on the stock market?

Stock market listing is a way of raising long-term equity finance for your company by offering shares to potential investors. Listing on a stock market is unlikely to be suitable for smaller businesses, as the process involved can be time-consuming and costly.

Why is the JSE important for South African investors?

Its main function is to facilitate the raising of primary capital by re-channelling cash resources into productive economic activity, and building the economy while enhancing job opportunities and wealth creation. The JSE also provides an effective price determination facility and price risk management mechanism.

Who is the CEO of JSE?

Leila Fourie
Johannesburg Stock Exchange/CEO
Dr Leila Fourie is the CEO of the JSE With over 25 years of international experience, primarily in financial services, Leila Fourie has served on multiple boards and held senior roles in banking, capital markets and payments. Leila was appointed as CEO of the Johannesburg Stock Exchange effective 1 October 2019.

How much does it cost to list on the JSE?

All new listings are subject to a New Listing documentation fee of R72 526.32, with additional documentation fees being applicable to Mining and REIT companies.

What happens when a company gets listed?

Listing means the formal admission of securities of a company to the trading platform of the Exchange. It provides liquidity to investors and ensures effective monitoring of compliance of the issuer and trading of the securities in the interest of investors.

What is the best shares to buy in South Africa?

Best Performing South African Shares to Consider Investing in…

  • Gold Fields Limited. Gold is one item that you can always count on.
  • British American Tobacco. Despite the fact that smoking tobacco and cigarettes is not a healthy practice, the sector is on the rise.
  • Grindrod.
  • Tesla.
  • Naspers.
  • Curro Holdings.

Who is the owner of JSE?

JSE Limited

Founded8 November 1887
Key peopleNonkululeko Nyembezi-Heita (Chairman) Leila Fourie (CEO)
CurrencyRand
No. of listings442
Market capUS$1,005 billion (August 2020)

How much is JSE worth?

As of August 2020, the market capitalisation of the JSE was at US$1,005 billion.

Who regulates the JSE?

financial sector conduct authority
The JSE currently acts as the frontline regulator, setting listings requirements and enforcing trading rules, while the financial sector conduct authority (FSCA), supervises the JSE in the commission of its regulatory duties.

Can a private company be listed on the JSE?

A Private Company ((Pty) limited) cannot, therefore, be listed on the stock exchange. A private company cannot issue share warrants or bearer shares.

Is delisting good or bad?

Causes for delisting may include failure to file timely financial reports, lower-than-required stock price, or insufficient market capitalization. In the end, companies can have a clear bottom-line incentive for delisting their stock from public exchanges — it’s not necessarily a bad thing!