ZAforexGlencore share price chart
About Glencore
Glencore is a Swiss-headquartered commodity producer and trader with a primary listing in London and a secondary listing on the JSE. It mines copper, cobalt, zinc, nickel and coal (including in South Africa) and is one of the world's largest commodity traders.
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| JSE code | JSE: GLN |
| Sector | Mining & commodity trading |
| 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 Glencore share price?
- Copper and thermal coal prices.
- Trading division profits, which benefit from volatile markets.
- Shareholder returns.
- Legal and regulatory issues.
How to buy Glencore 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 Glencore 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 Glencore's JSE code?
Glencore trades on the JSE under the code GLN, often written "JSE: GLN" or "GLN:SJ".
Why is the Glencore price shown in cents?
The JSE quotes share prices in South African cents (ZAc). Divide by 100 to get rand.