ZAforexFirstRand share price chart
About FirstRand
FirstRand is one of South Africa's biggest banking groups, owning FNB, RMB, WesBank and Aldermore in the UK. It is consistently among the most profitable large banks in emerging markets.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| JSE code | JSE: FSR |
| Sector | Banking |
| Currency | Rand (the JSE quotes shares in cents: 12,345c = R123.45) |
| Trading hours | 09:00–16:50 SAST continuous trading, then a closing auction to about 17:00, Monday to Friday |
What moves the FirstRand share price?
- Interest rates and credit growth.
- Bad-debt trends in retail and vehicle finance.
- The UK business (Aldermore and MotoNovo) and any provisions for UK motor-finance commission claims.
- Dividend payout.
How to buy FirstRand shares in South Africa
You can buy JSE shares through any stockbroker or investing app, including bank share-trading platforms and low-cost apps. You can also hold them in a tax-free savings account (TFSA) if your provider allows direct shares. Check brokerage, the minimum order and annual custody fees, and remember that share prices can fall as well as rise. Dividends from SA companies are subject to 20% dividends withholding tax.
Frequently asked questions
What is the FirstRand share price today?
The delayed price in rand is shown at the top of this page, updated every 15 minutes during JSE trading hours (09:00–17:00 SAST on weekdays).
What is FirstRand's JSE code?
FirstRand trades on the JSE under the code FSR, often written "JSE: FSR" or "FSR:SJ".
Why is the FirstRand price shown in cents?
The JSE quotes share prices in South African cents (ZAc). Divide by 100 to get rand.