FTSE/JSE All Share Index — Live Data, Constituents & Performance
Live DataJSE All Share index today — Africa's largest stock exchange by market capitalization. Track the ALSI level, daily change, sector breakdown and top constituents in real time.
What is the JSE?
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is Africa's largest stock exchange by market capitalization. Founded in 1887 during the Witwatersrand Gold Rush, it is home to gold miners, major banks, and global multinationals. The FTSE/JSE All Share Index (ALSI) tracks approximately 130 companies across 10+ sectors, serving as the primary benchmark for South African equities and one of the most-watched indexes on the continent.
Top 10 Constituents
By Market Cap| # | Company | Sector | Market Cap ↓ | YTD % ↕ | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richemont Luxury goods — Cartier, Montblanc, IWC brands | Luxury | R2.1M | -- | Luxury goods — Cartier, Montblanc, IWC brands |
| 2 | Prosus Global consumer internet — classifieds, food delivery, payments | Technology | R1.4M | -- | Global consumer internet — classifieds, food delivery, payments |
| 3 | AngloGold Ashanti Global gold miner — operations across 9 countries | Mining | R767,353.09 | -- | Global gold miner — operations across 9 countries |
| 4 | Gold Fields Global gold producer — SA, Australia, Ghana, Peru, Chile | Mining | R539,963.46 | -- | Global gold producer — SA, Australia, Ghana, Peru, Chile |
| 5 | Naspers Internet & tech investor — major stake in Tencent via Prosus | Technology | R528,937.35 | -- | Internet & tech investor — major stake in Tencent via Prosus |
| 6 | Capitec Disruptive low-cost digital bank — fastest growing in SA | Banking | R522,533.4 | -- | Disruptive low-cost digital bank — fastest growing in SA |
| 7 | Standard Bank Africa's largest bank — operates in 20 African countries | Banking | R504,117.43 | -- | Africa's largest bank — operates in 20 African countries |
| 8 | FirstRand SA banking group — FNB, RMB, WesBank brands | Banking | R501,810.46 | -- | SA banking group — FNB, RMB, WesBank brands |
| 9 | MTN Group Africa & Middle East telecom — 280M+ subscribers | Telecoms | R358,233.44 | -- | Africa & Middle East telecom — 280M+ subscribers |
| 10 | Valterra Platinum Platinum group metals producer (formerly Impala Platinum) | Mining | R323,611.85 | -- | Platinum group metals producer (formerly Impala Platinum) |
JSE Sector Breakdown
Market capitalization by sector across FTSE/JSE All Share constituents, in ZAR billions.
FTSE/JSE ALSI — 12-Month Performance
Closing index level of the FTSE/JSE All Share Index over the trailing 12 months.
All Constituents
20 Companies| # | Company | Sector | Market Cap ↓ | YTD % ↕ | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richemont Luxury goods — Cartier, Montblanc, IWC brands | Luxury | R2.1M | -- | Luxury goods — Cartier, Montblanc, IWC brands |
| 2 | Prosus Global consumer internet — classifieds, food delivery, payments | Technology | R1.4M | -- | Global consumer internet — classifieds, food delivery, payments |
| 3 | AngloGold Ashanti Global gold miner — operations across 9 countries | Mining | R767,353.09 | -- | Global gold miner — operations across 9 countries |
| 4 | Gold Fields Global gold producer — SA, Australia, Ghana, Peru, Chile | Mining | R539,963.46 | -- | Global gold producer — SA, Australia, Ghana, Peru, Chile |
| 5 | Naspers Internet & tech investor — major stake in Tencent via Prosus | Technology | R528,937.35 | -- | Internet & tech investor — major stake in Tencent via Prosus |
| 6 | Capitec Disruptive low-cost digital bank — fastest growing in SA | Banking | R522,533.4 | -- | Disruptive low-cost digital bank — fastest growing in SA |
| 7 | Standard Bank Africa's largest bank — operates in 20 African countries | Banking | R504,117.43 | -- | Africa's largest bank — operates in 20 African countries |
| 8 | FirstRand SA banking group — FNB, RMB, WesBank brands | Banking | R501,810.46 | -- | SA banking group — FNB, RMB, WesBank brands |
| 9 | MTN Group Africa & Middle East telecom — 280M+ subscribers | Telecoms | R358,233.44 | -- | Africa & Middle East telecom — 280M+ subscribers |
| 10 | Valterra Platinum Platinum group metals producer (formerly Impala Platinum) | Mining | R323,611.85 | -- | Platinum group metals producer (formerly Impala Platinum) |
| 11 | Vodacom Mobile comms — Vodafone subsidiary, SA & East Africa | Telecoms | R307,961.63 | -- | Mobile comms — Vodafone subsidiary, SA & East Africa |
| 12 | Discovery Health & life insurance innovator — Vitality programme | Insurance | R182,650.45 | -- | Health & life insurance innovator — Vitality programme |
| 13 | Absa Group Major SA bank — Barclays Africa successor | Banking | R180,930.54 | -- | Major SA bank — Barclays Africa successor |
| 14 | Shoprite Africa's largest food retailer — 3,000+ stores across 12 countries | Retail | R180,140.77 | -- | Africa's largest food retailer — 3,000+ stores across 12 countries |
| 15 | Sanlam Life insurance & financial planning — pan-African reach | Insurance | R179,718.83 | -- | Life insurance & financial planning — pan-African reach |
| 16 | Harmony Gold SA gold miner — deep-level operations, Papua New Guinea | Mining | R172,935.86 | -- | SA gold miner — deep-level operations, Papua New Guinea |
| 17 | Sasol Integrated energy & chemicals — coal-to-liquids tech | Energy | R164,656.94 | -- | Integrated energy & chemicals — coal-to-liquids tech |
| 18 | Nedbank Full-service SA bank — Old Mutual subsidiary | Banking | R132,059.23 | -- | Full-service SA bank — Old Mutual subsidiary |
| 19 | Old Mutual Insurance, banking, asset management — 178-year history | Insurance | R56,358.52 | -- | Insurance, banking, asset management — 178-year history |
| 20 | Woolworths Premium food & clothing retailer — David Jones in Australia | Retail | R36,254.15 | -- | Premium food & clothing retailer — David Jones in Australia |
Why the JSE Matters
Africa's Largest Exchange
The JSE has a combined market cap exceeding $1 trillion, making it the largest stock exchange on the African continent and among the top 20 globally.
Gold & Mining Story
South Africa is home to mining giants like Anglo American, Gold Fields, and AngloGold Ashanti. Gold and platinum group metals remain a core pillar of JSE listings.
SA Banking Giants
FirstRand, Standard Bank, Absa, and Nedbank are among the largest banks in Africa, all listed on the JSE with strong dividend histories.
The Rand Effect
Currency movements between ZAR and KES can amplify or dampen returns for Kenyan investors. A weakening rand reduces KES-denominated returns, and vice versa.
How to Access
Kenyan investors can access JSE stocks via platforms like EasyEquities, Interactive Brokers, or Satrix ETFs that track the ALSI and Top 40 indexes.
JSE vs NSE
The JSE's market cap is approximately 40x that of the Nairobi Securities Exchange, offering far greater liquidity, sector diversity, and international exposure.
Accessing the JSE
JSE ETFs via Broker
Buy Satrix Top 40, Satrix ALSI, or CoreShares ETFs through EasyEquities or a South African broker. Low-cost, diversified exposure.
Direct SA Brokers
Open an account with a South African broker (e.g., FNB Securities, Standard Online). Requires SA bank account or foreign investor registration.
Dual-Listed Stocks
Some JSE stocks trade on other exchanges: Anglo American (London), Naspers/Prosus (Amsterdam), Sasol (NYSE). Buy via international brokers.
Pan-African Funds
Invest in Africa-focused ETFs or funds that include JSE stocks: RisCura MSCI Africa, Sanlam Africa, or ABSA Africa Equity Fund.
Costs & Tax Notes
- JSE ETF total expense ratios (TERs) range from 0.10% to 0.45% annually.
- South Africa levies a 20% dividend withholding tax on non-residents (reduced to 15% under the Kenya-SA tax treaty).
- Capital gains tax applies at 18% for SA-resident individuals; non-residents are generally exempt on listed shares.
- Currency conversion fees (KES → ZAR) typically add 0.5%–2% depending on your broker.
JSE — Frequently Asked Questions
- Much larger and more liquid market than the NSE
- Exposure to mining, global consumer brands (Naspers/Prosus), and world-class banks
- However, currency risk (KES/ZAR) adds volatility
- Consider starting with JSE ETFs for broad exposure
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